Prescription Drug Abuse Climbing Globally

Prescription drug abuse climbing globally

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“A pharmacist plays an important role in educating patients, especially teenagers, about a drug's abuse potential and the consequences and symptoms of medication abuse.” She explained that some of the side-effects of prescription drug misuse could be …
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Could A Dopamine Gene Be the Answer to a Longer Life?

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People with ADHD, for example, are often unable to sit still, and the constant fidgeting and activity may end up having a net positive effect on their ability to avoid chronic diseases associated with being sedentary. Even thrill-seeking behavior often …
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Naloxone Needs To Be More Accessible

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Research from the National Institute on Drug Abuse shows it to be a genetic disease needing treatment and years of recovery support. If this bill … It has no addictive properties and few side effects, making it safe for laypeople to administer …
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SIGN ME UP: Substance abuse topics covered in Share series

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16: Medical aspects and effects of alcohol and drug abuse. What happens to the body and mind under the influence. • Jan. 23: Alcohol — How dependence develops; controlled using; effects on pregnant women. • Jan. 30: Cocaine and crystal meth — the …
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