Thursday, June 26, 2008

Report: Pot Eases Pain

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Report: Pot Eases Pain
Why It Matters: According to a new report from the Journal of Pain, low doses of marijuana work for relieving nerve pain. Get the details on this news.
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Underage Drinking: Are Parents to Blame?
Why It Matters: A new report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration indicates that parents and guardians are the source for alcoholic beverages for one in 16 underage drinkers.
Also See:
 Teens' Drinking Habits Tough to Swallow
 How to Stop Drinking Alcohol
Message for Moms-to-Be: Treat Addictions Now
Why It Matters: According to a new report in the Journal of Perinatology, the sooner the better for treating substance abuse during pregnancy -- news that could help many struggling with addictions who become pregnant.
New Vaccines Approved
Why It Matters: Kids hate getting shots. Now, the CDC has approved a number of new vaccines that are administered in combination, reducing the number of shots given to kids.
Also See:
 WebMD FAQ: 10 Questions About Vaccines
CDC Reports HIV Numbers Rising
Why It Matters: An upward trend in HIV cases in young men has health officials questioning whether education efforts need to be redoubled.
Also See:
 New HIV Drug Curbs Drug-Resistant HIV
 AIDS in America
Injuries From 'Silent Stroke' Common
Why It Matters: A new study from the journal Stroke reports that about 10% of apparently healthy people have experienced "silent stroke" and don't even know it, putting them at greater risk for another stroke and dementia. Get the details on this news.
 Also See: Few Aware of Stroke Symptoms
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