Children who sleep badly are more likely to take drugs and binge drink when they grow up, according to a study. Poor sleeping patterns in youth could also lead to drink driving, smoking and blackouts, researchers claim. They found that children who had trouble sleeping between the ages of three and five were more likely to sleep badly between the ages of 11 and 17. This in turn was linked to higher drug use between the ages of 18 and 21, the stu ... Jump to full article >>

Some women avoid drinking calorie-filled cocktails, wine, and beer because they’re worried about packing on the pounds. Now, a new study suggests that women who are moderate drinkers actually tend to gain less weight over time than teetotalers. The risk of becoming overweight or obese falls as alcohol consumption rises, even when factors such as smoking, fruit and vegetable consumption, and physical activity are taken into account, the study f ... Jump to full article >>

The legendarily hedonistic Rolling Stones guitarist reportedly stopped drinking a few months ago over health concerns, but is refusing to listen to medical risks and quit his favourite cigarettes. A friend said: “Keith simply can’t start the day without a cigarette. Smoking is now Keith’s one and only vice and he isn’t stopping.” Keith, 66, was initially warned by doctors that his rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle ... Jump to full article >>

AFP – Growing stress from the economic slump led South Koreans to smoke and drink more last year, a news report said Monday, quoting a health ministry survey. The survey found 47.7 percent of male adults and 7.4 percent of female adults smoking last year, up from 45 and 5.3 percent respectively a year earlier. Some 74.6 percent of males and 44.9 percent of females drank twice or more a month last year, up from 73.5 and 41.5 percent a year ... Jump to full article >>