KROKODIL
Krokodil is the street name for a drug called desomorphine that first appeared in Russia around 2002. It is made up of codeine-based headache pills and household ingredients like gasoline, iodine, hydrochloric acid, paint thinner, and red phosphorus from matchboxes. These are mixed together and then injected. Some of its other names are zombie drug, […]
THE METH EFFECT
Crystal Meth is rising in popularity in use simply because of its quick high and low price tag. Unfortunately, meth is manufactured by street criminals and contains several poisonous chemicals. Not only can these chemicals pose a serious threat to your health immediately, they can have a lasting negative effect on your mind, body, and […]
THE REALITY OF CRYSTAL METH AND AMPHETAMINES IN OHIO
Overall, Ohio is a state renowned for many amazing things. Fans of football will instantly be reminded of the famous (and sometimes infamous) Ohio State Buckeyes, one of the most renowned college teams. Others might enjoy the wildlife and scenic resorts across Lake Erie, Zanesville, or Cincinnati. Perhaps you are a fan of the Columbus […]
DRUGS AND MALE FERTILITY
Apart from the many other reasons people shouldn’t do illegal drugs, studies show that certain substances can affect the male reproductive system, lessening the chances of having offspring. Some drugs affect sperm count, sperm motility (movement), and the testes, and can even pass on damaged genes to children. Anabolic steroids (also called anabolic-androgenic steroids) are […]
DO I NEED REHAB?
One of the hardest questions that a person who is struggling with abusing drugs or alcohol is first, do I have a problem, and second, do I need outside help to solve it. Although whether or not you need to enter into a rehab facility is ultimately a personal decision, at the time, you may […]
CRACK ABUSE: SYMPTOMS AND HEALTH EFFECTS
Crack is an inexpensive form of cocaine that provides a fast acting high to users. This power stimulant can rapidly induce a euphoric high that affects the body by altering both the physical and mental state of users. Individuals that use this drug often experience: A sudden burst of energy with intent focus Insomnia Suppressed appetite Muscle […]
DRUGS THAT INCREASE THE RISK OF CANCER
Addictive drugs can inflict severe damage on the human body, but perhaps one of the most tragic of these effects is the onset of cancer. A debilitating and fatal disease, cancer causes trauma not only for the victim but also for the loved ones and friends surrounding them. What is particularly frightening is that 100 […]
HOW MARIJUANA CAN BE USED AS A MEDICATION FOR NAUSEA AND VOMITING
If you have been keeping up with marijuana in medical news, the chances are strong that you are aware of the plant’s use as an accompaniment medication for cancer patients. Back in 1975, one doctor initiated the first independent study of the little green plant’s effects on nausea and vomiting. Once the 1990s rolled around […]
HOW LONG DO OPIATES STAY IN YOUR SYSTEM?
The past few years have demonstrated an unpleasant rise in both opioid and opiate addiction and abuse. This major increase in use is largely due to the misuse of prescription medications, due to opiates being extremely habit-forming. Opiates are often prescribed to individuals as a method for pain management. Doctors routinely prescribe them to individuals […]
THE UNNERVING CASE OF DRUG OVERDOSE DEATHS AND ORGAN TRANSPLANTS
Would you ever imagine that a drug addict’s organs could be used for a transplant procedure? As bizarre as that sounds, the fact of the matter is that these contaminated body parts are just as viable to save lives as clean organs. So how is this possible? As a direct result of the growing Opioid […]