Tim Stockwell

scientist at the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research

Tim Stockwell on KCRW

Some health officials want the current alcohol consumption guidelines — two drinks a day for men, one for women — reduced to two drinks a week.

How much can you drink? New federal guidelines are brewing

Some health officials want the current alcohol consumption guidelines — two drinks a day for men, one for women — reduced to two drinks a week.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

For decades, studies suggested moderate drinking might have some health benefits, like red wine boosting heart health. Now new analysis debunks those myths.

Bad news? There are no health benefits to consuming alcohol

For decades, studies suggested moderate drinking might have some health benefits, like red wine boosting heart health. Now new analysis debunks those myths.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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