Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Drug Use: What ’s the Connection?
It's important to be smart about your health. Take care of your lungs: Avoid smoking or vaping any substance.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - April 27, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
COVID-19 and Drug Use: What ’s the Connection?
It's important to be smart about your health. Take care of your lungs: Avoid smoking or vaping any substance.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - April 27, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
“Safe Station”: A Fire Chief’s Compassionate Response to the Opioid Crisis
A fire chief in New Hampshire is helping people who misuse opioids. His example is inspiring fire departments around the country to do the same.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - April 20, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Does Your Family Know the Risks of Misusing Opioids?
Misusing opioids can have serious health consequences.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - April 13, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
The Latest on Vaping-Related Illness and Deaths
If a person heats vitamin E acetate and inhales it (breathes it in), it may damage their lungs. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - April 6, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® Celebrates Its 10th Year
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® goes virtual! NIDA Director Dr. Nora Volkow celebrates 10 years of #NDAFW and shares how you can get involved online.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - March 30, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Marijuana Withdrawal Is Real
Marijuana withdrawal can lead to symptoms like depression, anxiety, irritability, trouble sleeping, and more.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - March 23, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
What Triggers a Relapse? “Cues” Give Clues
By learning more about how drug cues work, scientists might gain insights into how to prevent relapses and help people stay in recovery.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - March 16, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Can Too Much “Screen Time” Change Your Brain?
Scientists are reviewing brain scans from ABCD Study participants to see how developing brains change over time. Screen time is just one of the things scientists are exploring.Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - March 9, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
Methamphetamine (Meth): Just the Facts
Methamphetamine (meth) is a stimulant drug that can cause more serious problems than just "meth mouth". Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - March 2, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
A Day in the Life of a Chat Day Question
One day a year, scientists answer thousands of questions —live—from teens around the world for National Drugs and Alcohol Chat Day. Read More » (Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog)
Source: NIDA Drugs and Health Blog - February 24, 2020 Category: Addiction Source Type: blogs
