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Is Alcohol A Problem? Online Tool Helps Assess Risk And Find Help

ALLISON AUBREY, NPR

Posted on January 8, 2018 · Treatment for alcohol problems isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. The NIH has launched a navigator site that can help figure out the scope of the problem and find evidence-based treatment options

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Rice University suspends campus parties, will review alcohol policy after ‘Night of Decadence’ marred by hospitalizations

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on November 3, 2023 · The Houston private school is cancelling campuswide public parties through spring break. And the Night of Decadence event featuring scantily clad students is being placed on probation, meaning it will operate at significantly reduced capacity next year and with enhanced safety protocols.

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Rice University’s ‘Night of Decadence’ ends early after seven students hospitalized for intoxication

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Posted on November 2, 2023 · More than two dozen students required on-site medical treatment at Saturday night's underwear-themed party, held annually at the private university in Houston.

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Houston Astros extend alcohol sales through end of games as pitch clock shortens game length

Ariel Worthy / David Brandt, AP

Posted on April 13, 2023 · Length of games is down by a half-hour across Major League Baseball with the addition of the pitch clock. The Astros join a growing list of teams extending sales time for alcohol.

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An alcohol-free St. Patrick’s Day: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week

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Posted on March 17, 2023 · The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.

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