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Archive for the ‘Drugs’ Category

September 18th, 2007

Morning News Fix

Not Just Fat and Loud - Dirty, Too
A new study reports that Americans do not always wash their hands after using public bathroom facilities. 66% of men and 88% of women do wash their hands, but the overall rates have apparently dropped a few percentage points since the last poll conducted in 2005.
Food Intolerance […]

By Sara Ost -- 2 comments

August 15th, 2007

Cocaine Now Comes in Flavors

Nope, not that cocaine (although everyone threw a big fit about this energy drink). We’re talking about the real thing.

Fortunately, cocaine won’t be added back to cola drinks or cough drops any time soon, but flavored rock is a booming business. Coconut, strawberry, and vanilla are the most popular nose candy flavors.
Ever wondered…
How Many People […]

By Sara Ost -- 3 comments

August 7th, 2007

Morning News Fix

When It Touches Your Lips
Beer is the binge-drinker’s beverage of choice by a very wide margin. Beer benders cause the most accidents and health problems. Beer drinkers are also the most likely to drink and drive. (Binge-drinking is defined as having five or more drinks in row.)
Stop Complaining: Millions Go Hungry in South Asia
The […]

By Sara Ost -- 1 comment

July 31st, 2007

The Most Dangerous Drugs

You might be surprised to know that alcohol is far more dangerous than both Big Puff and Puff the Magic Dragon. Check out this graphic guide to the most dangerous substances humanity ingests (and imbibes, snorts, shoots and sniffs).
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All About Alcoholism
Unusual Addictions: If this is your biggest problem, you’re all […]

By Sara Ost -- 6 comments