Drunk Driver 'sorry' for Crash That Killed Woman and Paralysed Pal
Drunk driver 'sorry' for crash that killed woman and paralysed pal Because she is still in treatment at the National Rehab Clinic in Dublin, Ms Petford was unable to attend the court in person. "I was 22 and my future was bright with promise. I was a final year degree student at UCC where I was studying (BA) French … Read more on Irish Independent NY man arrested amid Hoffman probe seeks treatment NEW YORK — A musician arrested on heroin-possession charges amid an investigation into Philip Seymour Hoffman's death hopes to resolve the case with treatment, according to a court filing Tuesday. Saying that his heroin addiction was a major factor in … Read more on Bradenton Herald Read more... ...
One Snapshot in a Tragic National Picture: Long Island Sees Exploding Heroin Use
One snapshot in a tragic national picture: Long Island sees exploding heroin use Chris, now 17, is in treatment at Outreach House, a long-term substance abuse program on Long Island, New York, for youths ages 12 to 17. His road to … That is not uncommon, said John Venza, vice president of adolescent services at Outreach. "It … Read more on CNN Is The Teen Brain More Vulnerable To Addiction? DS: We have an opportunity to empower adolescents and adults to understand the truths about adolescence in a way that can really change the way we have this cultural conversation about this important period of time. So, looking at substance abuse is … Read more on Huffington Post Read more... ...
Should Marijuana Be Legalized?Would the Legalization Help or Hurt the Economy?
by marsmet522 Question by Andre A: Should marijuana be legalized?Would the legalization help or hurt the economy? Present your argument in favor or against the legalization of marijuana from an economic stand point. Don’t give me an answer like “It’s not as bad as cigarettes or alcohol.” Have facts to back up your information. Best answer: Answer by Drew KolbIt would probably help the economy people have been bringing up the subject of industrial hemp for years. Someday it will most likely be legalized. Answer by tod mlegal in your home only. the gov will get more taxes. Read more... ...
Risks of Drinking Alcohol: the Notices of Drinking Beer
Many people like to drink beer. In fact, drinking beer moderately can be beneficial to human body. Beer contains abundant sugar, vitamins, amino acid, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and so on. Drinking beer can supplement much water and eliminate weariness for human body. When we drink beer, our high pressure can be alleviated and digestion can be effectively improved. In addition, beer contains low contents of sodium, alcohol and nucleic acid. The absorption of sodium, alcohol and nucleic acid can increase the blood supply for the brain, expand coronary artery and accelerate metabolism. Read more... ...
Will Medicaid Pay for Alcohol Rehab in Utah?
Question by Angie: Will medicaid pay for alcohol rehab in Utah? If you had a brother, sister, son, or daughter that needs help. Would you do anything you could to help them? This is a disease! Best answer: Answer by raysnyNo. Although alcoholism is considered a disease by some, it is treated as a behavior by the government. http://askjan.org/media/alcohol.html#ADA Read more... ...
NSW Worst for Alcohol Harm
by alsis35 (now at ipernity) NSW worst for alcohol harm The National Alliance for Action on Alcohol scorecard released on Sunday gave the state only 31 per cent on a report card measuring a range of factors including clear plans to reduce alcohol-related harm, transparent policies and restrictions on … Read more on Sydney Morning Herald Binge drinking rates lower in states with strong alcohol policies States with lower rates of binge drinking have stronger policies toward alcohol, a new study suggests. This is the first study to relate alcohol policies within each U.S. state to the levels and likelihood of binge drinking in adults. "We found that … Read more on Fox News Read ...