H.I.V. Is Spreading in New York City at Three Times the National Rate, a Study Finds Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:02:47 -0000 The virus that causes AIDS is spreading in New York City at three times the national rate — an incidence of 72 new infections for every 100,000 people, compared with 23 per 100,000 nationally.
Well: Regrets After Prostate Surgery Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:47:36 -0000 Many men may have unrealistic expectations about life after prostate surgery, leading to high levels of regret.
Diabetes Drug Tied to New Deaths Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:00:16 -0000 The diabetes drug Byetta was linked to four more deaths in patients with pancreatitis, adding to two deaths announced by federal regulators last week.
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Social factors key to ill health Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:02:49 -0000 Social factors - rather than genetics - are to blame for huge variations in ill health and life expectancy around the world, a report concludes. Gene therapy 'may repair hearing' Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:20:17 -0000 Scientists claim gene therapy has the potential to restore hearing in mice, offering hope for humans as well. Map highlights 'obesity hotspots' Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:06:13 -0000 Shetland and parts of Wales and north England are Britain's obesity hotspots, according to a map compiled from GP records.
500 Adolescents Recovering Together Successfully - Fighting the teen alcohol and drug epidemic one family at a time.
Meta Description: [ Free Service. Help for families dealing with alcohol and drugs. Teen and family support groups. Parent education. Meetings held throughout San Diego County. Community resource and referrals. ]
Addaction - A UK based drug and alcohol treatment charity. Includes drug information, parent section, publications and links.
Dear Daughter - An open letter to a daughter about the effects of drugs, drinking and death.
Meta Description: [ Drugs, Drinking, and Death: Can we break the cycle? ]
Drugs Bite - Stephen Arrington is an anti-drug and motivational speaker that has spoken at over 500 schools.
Meta Description: [ Multimedia program about positive lifestyle choices. Stephen Arrington is an anti-drug and motivational speaker that has spoken at over 500 schools. From Navy frogman to drug user to prisoner to chief diver for Jacques Co
steau to a dynamic speaker against drugs. ]
How Stuff Works: How Alcohol Works - In-depth partial graphic tutorial about alcohol examines all the ways in which alcohol affects the human body.
Meta Description: [ Alcohol is one of the most commonly used drugs around. Find out what alcohol actually is and how it affects those who drink it. ]
Inhalant Abuse - Guide to preventing inhalant abuse.
Meta Description: [ Characteristics and treatment of inhalant abuse ]
Interview with Howard A. Liddle, EdD, - Answers to questions about the state of the science of adolescent substance abuse treatment and research.
Meta Description: [ Research and treatment of adolescent substance use disorders-- ]
Mind Over Matter - Series explaining how the brain responds to different drugs. From the National Institutes of Health.
Meta Description: [ The Mind Over Matter portion of the NIDA for Teens Web site provides illustrated material for many drugs. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) created the NIDA for Teens Web site to educate adolescents ages 11 through 15 (as well as their parents and teachers) on the science behind drug ab... ]
Monitoring the Future - An ongoing study of the behaviors, attitudes, and values of American students and young adults funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Partnership For a Drug-Free America - Tips on talking to kids about drugs, as well as information on specific drugs, slang names for drugs, what they look like, and frequently asked questions.
Meta Description: [ Obtain pertinent Drug Abuse and Substance Abuse Information for the Partnership For a Drugfree America. ]
Safety First - Resources for parents about teens, drugs, and drug education. Strategies for home and school.
Meta Description: [ To improve outreach to parents, the Drug Policy Alliance created the Safety First project. Safety First is dedicated to providing parents of adolescents with honest, science-based information about drugs. ]
Teens With Problems - Information to help parents spot substance abuse in their teen, including over the counter medications, huffing of inhalants, and use of illegal drugs.
Meta Description: [ Information for parents regarding teen substance abuse, including alcohol, marijuana and other illegal drugs, huffing - inhalant abuse, and abuse of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications ]
The Mendez Foundation - A substance abuse and violence prevention organization, focuses on alcohol, tobacco and drug prevention education among children and teenagers.
Meta Description: [ The Mendez Foundation offers drug and violence prevention education and training to students, teachers and other educators. Our curriculum includes drug prevention education, violence prevention education, substance abuse prevention education, alcohol abuse prevention education and tobacco use p... ]
Tips for Teens about Crack and Cocaine - Overview, quick facts and risks associated with crack and cocaine from the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information.
Meta Description: [ SAMHSA's NCADI effects of crack cocaine. Information about cocaine, cocaine effects, signs of drug abuse. ]
What's Your Anti-Drug? - Interactive site focusing on ideas to keep teens from using drugs. Includes polls and e-cards.
Meta Description: [ Whatsyourantidrug.com is part of the Freevibe site for teens to get scientifically accurate drug information, games, and tips for leading healthy lifestyles and rejecting drugs. Share your Anti Drug with the world, play games, shout out on our message boards and get the latest info. about music,... ]
Willow Tree, Inc. - A prevention and wellness agency that provides workshops, conferences and programs empowering youth and adults and to create a kinder, more caring and drug-safe world.
