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A menudo, adolescentes con adicciones pasan por el proceso de desintoxicación sin medicamentos

Denver, Colorado.— Cuando Denver Health quiso abrir una unidad de desintoxicación para adolescentes que sufren adicción a los opioides, los médicos buscaron por todas partes un modelo a seguir, pero no encontraron ninguno. Los adolescentes que llegan a salas de emergencia por una sobredosis de opioides generalmente reciben naloxona para revertir los efectos de las […]

Published on August 11, 2023

Tackle football linked to increased risk of Parkinson’s disease

Discovering the factors that contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease is crucial for early detection. In the history of this debilitating condition, boxers have been known to experience symptoms similar to those seen in Parkinson’s disease. In a similar vein, the repeated blows to the head endured in tackle football can lead to long-term […]

Published on August 11, 2023

Perils of not being attractive or athletic in middle school

Middle school can be tough for those who don’t conform to society’s expectations of attractiveness and athleticism. Recent research reveals that students who are deemed less attractive or less athletic by their peers face increasing unpopularity as the school year progresses, leading to feelings of loneliness and a higher risk of alcohol misuse. It’s as […]

Published on August 10, 2023