Dr. Barry Dworkin

Headline misrepresents the conclusion in this study on alcohol consumption and cardiovascular disease risk.

Health Headlines Commentary for July 30, 2019

Source:
Five alcoholic drinks a week could mean a shorter life, study says

Reference:
Risk thresholds for alcohol consumption: combined analysis of individual-participant data for 599 912 current drinkers in 83 prospective studies

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