Dangerous myths compel authorities to reemphasize alcohol's risks

Abstract

At a time when social media buzz takes full advantage of people's suddenly surplus idleness, dangerous myth often can overtake sound science. Despite compelling research evidence that alcohol consumption, particularly at high doses, compromises immune function (see “Effects on lung, immune function offer warning for drinking in crisis,” ADAW, April 20; https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/adaw.32693), health authorities still are finding it necessary to counteract messaging that could move some individuals toward greater alcohol use during the novel coronavirus crisis.