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Phil Collins, 75, reveals a brutal health scare linked to his alcoholism, including a seven-month hospital stay in 2023 after stopping a drug that made him ill when he drank; doctors warned he could die, his kidneys and pancreas were affected, and he faced life-support decisions, but he recovered, has stayed sober since, and remains set for Rock Hall induction with ongoing medical care.
Phil Collins, 75, reveals in a Times of London interview that in 2024 he was on his deathbed due to alcohol abuse, with kidneys failing and organs seizing as his manager gathered his five children to say goodbye. He has been sober since a seven-month hospital stay, now living with a 24/7 nurse and coping with diabetes, nerve damage, and mobility issues, while gearing up for his Rock Hall of Fame induction and reflecting on rehab and past relationships.
Phil Collins has revealed that in April 2024 he was hospitalized unconscious after years of alcohol abuse, with his family summoned as doctors faced life‑or‑death decisions; after seven months in hospital, he’s been sober since discharge, but his pancreas is scarred, kidneys barely function, he has type 2 diabetes and nerve damage requiring crutches, and a 24/7 live‑in nurse stays by his side; he says he’s very lucky to be alive and cherishes time with his family.
Phil Collins says a 2024 hospitalization in Switzerland due to alcohol abuse left his kidneys failing and his organs seizing, a near-death experience that followed years of drinking; after a prolonged ICU stay, he has been sober for two years and now relies on a live‑in nurse while managing lasting health issues as he prepares for his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction and works to mend strained relationships.
Phil Collins reveals a near-fatal health crisis in late 2023 linked to alcohol abuse, including kidney failure and organ issues; he faced life‑support decisions, spent months in the hospital, and says he hasn’t had a drink since, as he remains healthier and moves toward a solo Rock Hall induction.
Phil Collins told The Times of London that he nearly died in 2024 due to complications from alcohol abuse after a 2023 hospital admission for addiction; he described kidney failure and seized organs, recalled his five children rushing to his side and the worry over life-support decisions, and said he hasn’t had a drink since. He has since undergone knee surgeries and has hinted at a possible return to recording.
Phil Collins has disclosed in a Sunday Times interview that a late-2023 health crisis linked to alcohol abuse left him on life support as his kidneys and other organs began failing, a scare he says nearly killed him in 2024. He had previously stopped drinking after a 2012 pancreatitis episode but relapsed by 2023 and has since abstained again; he continues to cope with nerve damage, Type 2 diabetes and kidney issues, and he also discusses reconciling with Paul McCartney and his upcoming 2026 Rock Hall induction.
A man who drank excessively developed aspiration pneumonia and accidentally ingested a wooden toothpick, which perforated his duodenum and caused sepsis. Doctors identified the toothpick via endoscopy, removed it, and he recovered fully, highlighting the dangers of hidden ingestions and alcohol-related health risks.
Billy Joel reflects on his 2005 rehab stint prompted by his then-wife Katie Lee's ultimatum to address his drinking, which strained their marriage and contributed to their eventual divorce in 2009. He admits he didn't want to go to rehab and struggled with loneliness and drinking again after their separation. Both have since remarried, and the documentary details his journey through addiction and relationships.
Researchers have identified a small group of neurons in the mouse brain's medial orbitofrontal cortex that suppress binge drinking; turning these neurons off increases alcohol consumption, suggesting potential targeted treatments for alcohol use disorder in humans, though further research is needed to confirm similar mechanisms.
A man is concerned about his intoxicated girlfriend's behavior, as she often has sex while drunk without remembering it, which he believes is non-consensual. He seeks advice on whether to ask her to get help, but the response suggests addressing the issue gently by expressing how her drinking affects him and discussing potential changes, rather than demanding.
Laura Prepon has accused her ex-husband Ben Foster of alcohol abuse amid their contentious custody battle following their September divorce. Prepon claims Foster's drinking habits pose a risk to their two children, citing incidents of inebriation and demanding court intervention to restrict his alcohol consumption during visitations. Foster's lawyer refutes these allegations, calling them false and harmful to the children. The couple, who married in 2018, are in dispute over custody arrangements and the enforcement of their prenuptial agreement.
Pete Hegseth, Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, faces allegations of alcohol abuse that have impacted his professional conduct, complicating his confirmation prospects. Reports from former colleagues and past incidents suggest a history of problematic drinking behavior, including a drunken sexual assault allegation and disruptive conduct at work events. Hegseth denies having a drinking problem but acknowledges using alcohol to cope with post-war experiences. His nomination is under scrutiny as he promises to abstain from alcohol if confirmed.
A new study from the University of Nottingham suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists, diabetes medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, may help reduce alcohol consumption by targeting the brain's reward center. The effect is particularly notable in obese individuals with a BMI over 30. The study reviewed data from six prior studies, including two major clinical trials, and found that GLP-1 medications could potentially serve as a treatment for excessive alcohol use, potentially reducing alcohol-related health issues and deaths.
Binge drinking is increasingly prevalent among older adults, with 20% of those aged 60-64 and 12% of those over 65 engaging in the habit, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. This trend poses significant health risks, as older adults metabolize alcohol differently, leading to intensified effects and increased susceptibility to injuries, especially from falls. The growing number of older adults could exacerbate healthcare burdens. Factors contributing to this trend include changing attitudes towards alcohol and the potential for alcohol to interact dangerously with medications commonly used by older adults.