Drug Facts
Treating Addiction With Medication
January 31, 2012
Most people are familiar with taking prescription medications like antibiotics when they get sick. Some people also are prescribed medication to help with a problem like depression or ADHD. Read More »
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Smoking Stinks!
October 12, 2011
You probably know that smoking is NOT cool—and that it’s really dangerous, too. Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, and kills nearly a half a million people each year. Read More »
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Keep "Bath Salts" in the Tub
September 16, 2011
Bath salts. The name sounds innocent enough, like an old-fashioned cure for tired feet. But these days, “bath salts” are far from what you would find in your local soap aisle at the grocery store or day spa. Read More »
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Not LOKO for Alcoholic Energy Drinks
August 26, 2011
You may remember that a while back, SBB addressed an unhealthy new fad—energy drinks. Read More »
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Risky Behavior Leads to Emergency Rooms
April 21, 2011
When you ask friends what they’re going to do for homecoming or the prom or graduation, spending the night in the local emergency room probably isn’t on their list. Unfortunately, for many young people, alcohol may change their plans. Read More »
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