Talking to a Loved One Battling Substance Abuse: Staying Positive Is Key
SATURDAY, Sept. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A conversation with a family member or loved one struggling with addiction can be the catalyst for getting help.But it’s important to choose your words carefully when discussing possible addiction to contro…
Learn MoreFentanyl: What It Is, Uses, Side Effects & Drug Interactions
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid used to treat severe pain. But more than 150 people die every day from overdoses related to synthetic opioids like fentanyl, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Here is what you need t…
Learn MoreFentanyl: What It Is, Uses, Side Effects & Drug Interactions
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid used to treat severe pain. But more than 150 people die every day from overdoses related to synthetic opioids like fentanyl, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Here is what you need t…
Learn MoreMDMA/Éxtasis ofrece mayor posibilidad de aliviar el síndrome de estrés postraumático
LUNES, 18 de septiembre de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Un nuevo estudio suma evidencia al hecho de que la metilendioximetanfetamina (MDMA), conocida como la droga recreativa “éxtasis” puede potenciar los beneficios de la terapia verbal para las personas …
Learn MoreBoth Maternal, Paternal Substance Use Disorder Tied to Offspring Intellectual Disability
MONDAY, Sept. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Both paternal and maternal substance use disorder (SUD) are associated with an increased risk for intellectual disability in offspring, according to a study published in the September issue of eClinicalMedici…
Learn MoreMDMA/Ecstasy Shows Even More Promise in Easing PTSD
THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A new study is adding to evidence that the party drug “ecstasy” can boost the benefits of talk therapy for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).In a clinical trial, researchers found …
Learn MorePíldoras falsificadas elevan el número de sobredosis mortales
MARTES, 4 de Septiembre, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Un número creciente de muertes por sobredosis en los Estados Unidos se debe píldoras falsificadas, informaron funcionarios de salud.Las muertes por sobredosis relacionadas con píldoras falsificadas fue…
Learn MoreMarijuana Edibles Are Sending Kids to the ER: Here’s Tips to Keep Them Safe
MONDAY, Sept. 4, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Drugs and children don’t mix, so it’s important to keep little ones safe by storing any marijuana edibles out of reach from small hands.The New Jersey Poison Control Center is offering warnings that can apply …
Learn MoreCounterfeit Pills Fuel Rising Number of Fatal Drug Overdoses
FRIDAY, Sept. 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A growing number of overdose deaths in the United States involve counterfeit pills, health officials reported Thursday.Overdose deaths involving counterfeit pills were twice as common in the latter half of 202…
Learn MoreEcstasy: What It Is, Side Effects, Precautions & Abuse
Ecstasy is a synthetic drug with a reputation: Once popular at nightclubs and all-night “raves,” it now has a much broader use. As with other recreational drugs, it comes with serious health concerns.Learn about ecstasy, what it is, what it’s used for…
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