Abuse of Drugs or Alcohol Linked to Stroke Early in Life
Drug abuse or heavy drinking can cause long-term changes in the heart, arteries or blood that increase the risk of stroke in young adults, a new study finds.
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Smoke-Free Workplace Laws Linked to Reduced Risk of Heart Attacks
Laws that mandate smoke-free workplaces are associated with a significantly reduced risk of heart attacks, according to a new study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic.
50-Cent Rise in Cigarette Tax Could Result in 3 Million Fewer Smokers by 2085
The Congressional Budget Office estimates a 50-cent hike in the U.S. cigarette tax could result in a decrease of more than three million smokers by 2085. The tax increase would either encourage people to quit, or would keep people from starting to smoke, the researchers say.
Commentary: Research on Recovery Residences is Critical
Recovery residences, particularly recovery homes, are understudied in scientific literature and are often regarded with skepticism by community members, say researchers at the Treatment Research Institute.
Detox Center Can Be As Good As Emergency Room for Some Drunk Patients
Some inebriated people picked up by emergency medical service ambulance crews can be treated effectively at a detoxification center, instead of an emergency room, according to a new study. Increasing the use of such centers could reduce costs, and lessen crowding of emergency rooms, the researchers note.
Secondhand Smoke Levels High in Airports That Aren’t Smoke Free
Secondhand smoke levels outside designated smoking areas in airports are five times higher than levels in airports that are smoke free, according to a new government report. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says these high levels endanger the health of travelers and airport employees.
Study Links Marijuana Psychosis With Genetic Variation
A new study suggests a specific genetic variation may increase the risk of developing marijuana-related psychosis.
Ecstasy May Help Treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
A new study suggests Ecstasy may help treat post-traumatic stress disorder, according to The New York Times.
Moderate Levels of Drinking in Pregnancy Linked With Lower IQ in Children
A new study suggests even moderate drinking in pregnancy can result in lower IQ levels in children.
Many Americans Consume Large Number of Calories From Alcohol, Study Finds
Alcohol accounts for a large number of calories consumed by many American adults, a new government study concludes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study found 19 percent of men and 6 percent of women take in more than 300 calories daily from alcoholic drinks.
