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Drug-Related Death, Illness Statistics Grim in Mercer, McDowell

Drug-related death, illness statistics grim in Mercer, McDowell
PRINCETON — Southern West Virginia’s persistent drug-abuse problem is now evident in state statistics: Both Mercer County and neighboring McDowell County have some of the highest rates for drug overdoses and drug-related health problems.
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REGION: State police among law enforcement agencies doing National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
WASHTENAW COUNTY — Michigan State Police, among other local law enforcement agencies, is… Continue reading

What Is the Life Expectancy of an Individual With Down Syndrome, Autism and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder.?

Question by : What is the life expectancy of an individual with Down Syndrome, Autism and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder.?
I’ve recently moved, and I’ve met the sister of one of my friends who is 21 years old and has Down Syndrome, Autism and CDD. She is completely incapable of caring for herself in any way, and my friend describes her as being “A 21 year old baby” mentally. What would her life expectancy be???????
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Is There a Concrete Link Between Smoking (Nicotine Addiction) and Mental Health Problems?

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Question by senorcofee: Is there a concrete link between smoking (nicotine addiction) and mental health problems?
For years ive noticed a definite link between people diagnosed with a mental disorder and the fact that they smoke cigarettes…. I realize cigarettes may not cause the disorder, but does it exacerbate an already present disorder? Is there any concrete evidence linking the two?

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Answer by Baybee Face
People smoke to relieve stress and… Continue reading

Lemon Detox Diet and Alcohol?

Question by andrew johansen: Lemon Detox Diet and alcohol?
I want to do the lemon detox diet for the week that I am on vacation, since ill have time to follow the diet. However, there might be a night or two where I will want to go out drinking with friends.

Will alcohol cause me any health problems since my body wont have anything in it besides the diet?

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What Negative Effects Does Marijuana Have on the Body?

Question by borgel: What negative effects does marijuana have on the body?
At school they said that on joint will have 4 times the negative effects on your lungs as 1 cigarette. Is this true? Are there any other PHYSICAL dangers of smoking marijuana?

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Answer by Amy V
Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in North America. Yet, myths continue regarding its effects on the body and brain. In… Continue reading