Editor's Special Interest Articles Female Drinkers at Greater Risk Than Men Some female alcoholics experience more severe cardiovascular effects from heavy alcohol drinking than those observed in male alcoholics. The study, published in Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, found that these effects are noted earlier and at lower consumption levels than those noted in men. "This work adds to the growing body of literature that confirms what many researchers in the field have suspected," said study author Nancy C. Bernard, a research psychologist at the National Center for PTSD in White River Junction, Vermont. "The use of drugs, such as alcohol and nicotine, has a greater adverse impact on women than on men. "Additionally, I think that this work adds to growing evidence that there are subtle differences in the cardiovascular systems of women in general compared to those of men." According to Bernard, one or two drinks a day may be beneficial for the cardiovascular system. "While that may be true, we don't know if these social-drinking women may be prone to developing chronic heavy drinking down the road," she said. Copyright 2003 by United Press International. All rights reserved. - Updated: November 2, 2003   Mustain Family Health & Home, along with all information provided, is for educational purposes only and is not an attempt to replace the need to seek healthcare services or to provide specific healthcare advice. We strongly encourage users to consult with their chiropractor or other qualified healthcare professionals for personal healthcare attention and answers to personal questions. Mustain Family Health & Home 11201 N. May Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Rick Mustain Mustain Chiropractic Clinic E-Mail: info@mustainhealth.org Phone: 405-751-0848 Fax: 405-752-5839 Published by Healthy Practices, Inc.     © 2001-2003 Healthy Practices, Inc. All rights reserved.