Posts Tagged ‘Alcohol’

Alcohol abuse ‘a Highland curse’
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Irresponsible drinking has been described as a “curse”, by a councillor during a presentation on the health of Highlanders.
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US teen cigarette, alcohol use falls: survey
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Cigarette and alcohol use by US teenagers are at their lowest point since the mid-1970s, but marijuana use remains steady, according to the findings of a national survey released Wednesday.
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State launches anti-alcohol campaign
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The government has launched an anti-alcohol and substance abuse campaign, Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini said on Wednesday.
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Homeless Interview: Interview we shot with a homeless man living in Las Vegas.

Drugs, alcohol fuel child abuse and neglect in Kentucky
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A Lexington Herald-Leader review of files released this week on children killed or nearly killed because of abuse or neglect over a two year period found that more than half mentioned suspected or confirmed substance abuse by parents or caregivers.
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Alcohol Use Down, Pot Use Up Among U.S. Teens
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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 14 (HealthDay News) — Alcohol use by American teens has dropped to historic lows, but more of them are using marijuana and don’t believe it’s a dangerous drug, according to an annual national survey conducted by the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse and the University of Michigan.
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Cigarette and alcohol use at historic low among teens
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Marijuana use up, alcohol use down among US teens: Report – CBS News
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Marijuana use up, alcohol use down among US teens: Report CBS News Alcohol use continued its steady decline since 1980s and hit a historic low for the survey, which began in the 1970s for 12th-graders. Forty percent of 12th-graders reported drinking in the previous 30 days during the 2011 survey, compared to 54 … Teen drinking, smoking continue to decline, but pot use is upLos Angeles Times Survey: Teen pot use rises, alcohol use declinesUSA Today Alcohol Use Down, Pot Use Up Among U.S. TeensU.S. News & World Report Chicago Sun-Times –AFP all 450 news articles »

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New strain of lab mice mimics human alcohol consumption patterns – HealthCanal.com
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South Africa : NW Communities Urged to Restrain From Alcohol Abuse – AllAfrica.com
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North West Department of Human Settlements, Public Safety and Liaison in partnership with criminal justice stakeholders have called upon communities from across the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati to restrain from alcohol abuse mostly during this festive season …
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Drugs, alcohol fuel child abuse in Kentucky – McClatchy
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When a little boy reportedly fell off the deck of a house in Lincoln County in July 2009 and hit his head, his mother and her boyfriend were drunk, according to a report by a state child-protection worker. There was no food in the filthy house …
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Drunk Driving-Related Deaths Surge During the Holidays – Metapsychology
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Signs Of Alcohol Problem in the News

Economic development leads council meeting
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Before approving incentives for renovations of the former Solo Cup plant, council members held public hearings on a plan to offer lower electric rates to new or expanding businesses and another that would allow alcohol to be served at the Ozark Empire …
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Community Watch
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As officers were talking to the two males, Thompson interrupted the investigation and asked what the problem was. Police discovered that Thompson was the host of the party where alcohol was being served to some minors. Thompson showed signs of …
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Alcohol ban in Raccoon River Park fails to gain support
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New strain of lab mice mimics human alcohol consumption patterns – Medical Xpress
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New strain of lab mice mimics human alcohol consumption patterns Medical Xpress Animal models previously available to alcohol abuse and alcoholism researchers do not get as drunk as the new strain, unless alcohol is the only choice of fluids, or alcohol is administered by the experimenter. When given the option, previously bred … Binge-drinking MiceScientist all 2 news articles »

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Recovering alcoholics challenged at holidays – Jackson Clarion Ledger
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Recovering alcoholics challenged at holidays Jackson Clarion Ledger •Reach The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence of the Central Mississippi Area at (601) 899-5880. The website is www.ncaddcenms.org. •The state Department of Mental Health's toll-free help line for any addiction is 1-877-210-8513. …

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HEALTH MATTERS: Staying sober during the holiday season – Packet Online
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