alcohol

The labels will alert consumers to health risks, including cancer

The U.S. Surgeon General is recommending warning labels be put on alcohol to let people know the risk of getting cancer by consuming it.Alcohol consumption is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the United States.

As family and friends gather for the holidays, health officials are reminding people to watch their alcohol intake, especially if they’re on medication.

Wausau Police Chief Matthew Barnes recommended making it permanent, and said it's helped the department and the community a lot in the last year

Underage drinking rates in Wisconsin are slowly dropping, though at a much slower rate than the national average.The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says it’s seen success with the Small Talks method.

Often celebrated in popular culture, Wisconsin's relationship with alcohol continues to give way to troubling statistics that center around excessive drinking and there are calls to step up prevention efforts

People tend to drink a bit more during holiday periods, which can lead to problems

A pair of wedding barns sued the state of Wisconsin on Tuesday seeking to block enactment of a new law requiring them to get liquor licenses similar to other establishments that host events.

Linda Larson Schlitz works with women across Central Wisconsin to reverse this disturbing trend, and said the biggest problem that women in the area face, is a lack of adequate resources

As many as 70% of adults in the U.S. use prescription medications.Many of those people will also be upping their alcohol intake over the holidays.