By Kate Rope
If you’re living with COPD, you may have already made some lifestyle changes to stay healthy and make it less likely that your condition will get worse, which is great. And you might wonder if alcohol could prevent, improve, or make COPD worse. Here’s what the science says about drinking alcohol when you have COPD.
Could Drinking Alcohol Prevent COPD?
Some studies suggest that moderate alcohol use may be linked to a lower risk of COPD. The most recent was published in the
American Journal of Epidemiology in 2019. Scientists surveyed over 40,000 Swedish men about how much alcohol, and what kind, they drank and then watched to see who developed COPD. They found that, compared to those who drank liquor, men who drank a moderate amount of beer or wine had lower rates of COPD.
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Getty After getting a diagnosis of leukemia, you may very well feel a range of emotions and have a lot of questions. You will probably need help and support, not only from your doctor, but from loved ones as well. However, creating a treatment plan, putting together a support team, and learning more about leukemia will help you feel more confident. Here are some things to think about and steps you may want to take. Everyone reacts to learning they have cancer. You may feel afraid, confused, sad or even completely shocked. Your feelings may change from day to day. It s normal to have a lot of questions. You may want to know details about your type of leukemia, your prognosis, and possible treatments. Answers are available from a lot of places. Before you head to the internet, talk with your doctor and care team about the best sources of information to help you learn about the specific type of your leukemia