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More research chemical guides, lab safety notes and compound handling articles, continued from the full knowledge base index.

Jan 26, 2023Lauren Smith

Canada Reduces Alcohol Consumption Recommendations

CanadaΓÇÖs new guidelines on drinking are substantially more stringent than those endorsed by other countries such as the United States.

Jan 22, 2023Lauren Smith

What Is Heroin Tapering?

To minimize withdrawal symptoms from heroin and reduce the chances of relapse doctors will often recommend tapering doses of the substance to reduce dependency.

Jan 17, 2023Lauren Smith

Reminder Letters Encourage Doctors To Use Prescription Monitoring Program

Reminder letters sent to doctors have helped increase the use of prescription monitoring programs to avoid giving harmful drugs to those with addiction.

Jan 11, 2023Lauren Smith

Substance Use Among Adolescents Remains Low in 2022

Studies show rates of substance abuse among young people fell dramatically during Covid-19 and have remained lower despite the world returning to normality.

Jan 2, 2023Lauren Smith

Benzodiazepines Have Highest Overdose Risk of Sleep Drugs Among Adolescents

Research has shown that the use of benzodiazepines as a treatment for insomnia in young people increases the risk of accidental overdose compared to other z drugs.

Dec 27, 2022Lauren Smith

How Long Does CBD Stay in Your System?

CBD, like other cannabinoids, is fat-soluble, meaning it stays in the system for longer than water-soluble substances.

Dec 21, 2022Lauren Smith

Tips For Dry January 2025

Dry January has gained popularity in the last decade as a way to reset after the holiday period. These tips can help you stay sober for January.

Dec 18, 2022Lauren Smith

Largest Study Yet to Trial Ketamine As A Treatment For Alcoholism

A trial in the UK will see if ketamine combined with therapy can prevent relapse in people being treated for severe alcohol use disorder.

Dec 11, 2022Lauren Smith

Staying Sober For Christmas & New Year

Christmas and New Year can be tempting for those in recovery. Having a plan for approaching social events can help you to stay strong during the holidays.

Dec 10, 2022Lauren Smith

People With Disabilities Who Misuse Opioids Are 73% More Likely to Attempt┬áSuicide

A report has found that those who misuse opioids such as painkillers or heroin and who have a disability are at risk of suicidal ideation and suicide attempts.

Dec 4, 2022Lauren Smith

Deadly Infections Linked To Opioid Injection Have Tripled Among Young Americans

Research has found a correlation between injecting opioids such as fentanyl and heroin to endocarditis, a deadly infection that forms in the heart.

Nov 27, 2022Lauren Smith

Vaccine Could Prevent Fentanyl from Entering the Brain and Prevent Relapses and Overdoses

A pioneering new vaccine developed by the University of Huston could be a breakthrough treatment for preventing fentanyl overdose and relapse.

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