Yearly Archives: 2012
These are some basics about alcohol dependence or abuse…..
These are some basics about alcohol dependence or abuse. Alcoholism or Alcohol Abuse is a progressive disease like Diabetes. It cannot be cured, only treated with ongoing support, AA and relapse prevention. Denial or about severity of impairment or underestimating … Continue reading
What Happens to Your Body When You Get Alcohol Poisoning?
Alcohol depresses nerves that control involuntary actions such as breathing and the gag reflex (which prevents choking). A fatal dose of alcohol will eventually stop these functions. It is common for someone who drank excessive alcohol to vomit since alcohol … Continue reading
The Healthiest States in the U.S.: Where Does Yours Rank?
An alarming proportion of Americans are living with chronic illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes, and many are also struggling with unhealthy factors—ranging from poverty to air pollution—in their communities. The likelihood of experiencing these and other problems varies … Continue reading
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How Well Do You Rise From Sitting on the Floor? December 14, 2012 | By Health Editor THURSDAY, Dec. 13 (HealthDay News) — The ability to sit and then rise from the floor is a strong predictor of the risk of … Continue reading
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Lindsey Vonn: 5 Things to Know About Depression December 18, 2012 | By Amanda Gardner Getty Images Last week Olympic ski sensation Lindsey Vonn revealed that she suffers from depression, which for us, just underscores the fact that it can really happen … Continue reading