Genetics May Determine Your Risk of Alcohol Abuse

Genetics May Determine Your Risk of Alcohol Abuse

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"Over 50% of the likelihood that a person is going to end up with addiction has to do with their genetic history," said Seppala, Chief Medical Officer at the Hazelden Foundation. The risks increase exponentially if one or both of your parents are …
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Fight vs. Rx abuse sees progress

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Polk's office had already established relationships with some groups through Yavapai County's substance-abuse coalition, but the prescription-drug initiative brought an even more diverse group together. They quickly realized they shared a common …
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Female drug addiction on the rise

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It is a problem that requires concerted efforts,” the report said, adding that factors causing child addiction can be imitating others, being falsely led to believe that drugs would make them more vigilant during exam periods and not being monitored by …
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Hopkins researchers trying to curb milk allergies

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He can consume unlimited amounts of milk or dairy without a problem. The soon-to-be 11-year-old counts ice cream and tacos … Researchers were alarmed to learn that six children had suffered serious allergic reactions and three needed the drug …
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