Submitted by Thalia Williams on 07/31/2017
Submitted by Thalia Williams on 06/20/2017
A new study finds that more than 35% of Canadian high school students admit to having been in a car with a driver who had been drinking, while 20% reported ever riding with a driver who had been using marijuana. “These numbers are concerning,” said study author Leia Minaker of the University of Waterloo. “A significant proportion of car-crash deaths are related to alcohol and drug impairment.” Read more about 35% of Canadian Teens Admit to Riding with Driver Who Had Been Drinking
Submitted by Nora Lozano on 05/04/2017
When we think about the drugs our youth are exposed to, addictive drugs like heroin and cocaine often come to mind. However, the prescription drugs stored in our medicine cabinets, night stands, and kitchen counters are as addictive, dangerous, and deadly as these street drugs.
Prescription painkillers are as addictive as heroin because they are opioids, just like heroin. To help prevent abuse and misuse, it’s advisable to keep all medicines stored in a safe and locked compartment and out of the reach of children, youth and pets. Read more about Highly addictive drugs: Heroin, Cocaine and...Prescription Drugs?
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