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Budweiser Not Thrilled About 'Flight,' Doesn't Appreciate Being Linked to Alcoholism

Nick Romano — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:35:15 +0000

The Budweiser brewing company is learning a valuable lesson about free publicity. 'Flight,' which hit theaters this past weekend to an impressive $25 million at the box office, is facing some drama with the Anheuser-Busch beer company in light of the fact that the product placement of Budweiser can arguably be linked to drunk driving. Talk about a big whoops!

Unsurprising New Research Finds Bar and Restaurant Employees at High Risk for Alcoholism

Mike Adams — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 19:41:02 +0000

Bartenders can make a lot in tips, one of the upsides to working in the bar or restaurant industry. However, a new study suggests there is a major pitfall to employment in a business where booze is served: it is a common breeding ground for alcoholism.

LSD Is the New Cure For Alcoholism?

Danny Gallagher — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:00:36 +0000

Alcoholism isn’t something that should be laughed at, but a possible cure could make at least the patient giggle — it’s LSD. A new study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology looked at the results of some alcohol treatment programs in the late 1960′s, in which some of the participants were given a [...]