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Drug Overdose Basics

Learn how to recognize a drug overdose - either intentional or accidental - and what to do about it.

Where Can I Get Free Drug Intervention Help?

The bottom line is you can't force someone to quit abusing drugs if they aren't ready to. It is their choice if they are over 18 years old. And these days even teenagers will find ...

Binge Drinking: Some Things You Should Know

A drunk person wastes money, exhibit harmful if not shameful behavior and shows irresponsibility when binge drinking. Such a person also goes to the extent of going against authorities or emergency medical workers.

The American Alcohol Epidemic

America's drinking problem has been growing for years. The number of adults who die every year from alcohol poisoning is too high, especially when all of these deaths are preventable. The widespread occurrence of alcohol abuse in America is something to take seriously.

College Campuses and the Need for Drug Testing

College years are a time for meeting new people, learning about the world, and having fun. Most students are serious about their studies and they know how to have fun without binge drinking, taking prescription drugs, or using illicit drugs. Data from the Harvard School of Public Health's Colle

What Is Tolerance?

Tolerance is the adaptation of the body to a drug, resulting in more being required for the same effect.