People who smoke marijuana or consume marijuana edibles on a daily basis are a third more likely to develop coronary artery disease (CAD), a new study has revealed. The study, performed by researchers at The American College of Cardiology, is one of the largest of its kind into the long-term toll of marijuana use on […]
When Maxine* began suffering with painful symptoms three years ago, including abdominal pain, bleeding, and severe bloating, she was at a loss to explain it. By the time her pain had worsened, and paramedics were called to her home, she was hopeful that answers would be found. Sadly, though, this was not the case. “The […]
Vending machines that dispense lifesaving overdose drug, naloxone, are on the rise across the country in the wake of the national opioid crisis. In the past year alone, there have been nearly 110,000 deaths in the US attributed to opioids, with many being caused by fentanyl: a synthetic opioid up to 50 times stronger than […]
Today (February 12) marks the start of International Children of Addiction (COA) Awareness Week, designed to raise awareness of how children are affected by parental addiction problems. The international campaign, now in its 14th year, was founded by the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA): a membership organization that supports and advocates for people […]
New guidelines on alcohol consumption published in Canada have sparked a fresh debate on alcohol consumption and what it really means for people’s long-term health. The guidelines, funded by Health Canada and published by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) recommend that Canadians limit themselves to just two drinks a week or, […]
When we talk about the reasons why people might want a paternity test, the first thought that probably comes to mind is confirming paternity for the purposes of child support. However, there are many reasons for ordering a paternity test that go beyond ensuring a child is cared for financially. In this blog, we look […]
Drug overdose deaths have doubled among US teens from 2019 to 2021, according to figures released by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Overall teenage drug overdoses increased by 109%. However, officials have warned that this rise has been impacted significantly by the nationwide fentanyl crisis, with fentanyl-related deaths alone having increased by […]
The holidays are often a time of year when drinking alcohol is often encouraged and almost expected, whether it be at the office party, in the comfort of your home, or at family events. However, this can also make it an extremely challenging time of the year if you are trying to cut down on […]
Celiac disease is among the most common autoimmune diseases worldwide, affecting around 1 in 133 Americans (about 1% of the population). But how much do people really know about celiac disease? And how is it different from food allergies and other sensitivities/intolerances? In this blog, we explore celiac disease, what it is, and the facts […]
Misusing alcohol as a teenager can increase the risk of developing drinking issues in your 20s and 30s, and damage health in the long-term, according to new research. The study, titled ‘Exploring the relationships between adolescent alcohol misuse and later life health outcomes’, was conducted by Rutgers University and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), and published […]
