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Simulator shows up the effects of alcohol
A unique test in a high-tech driving simulator has highlighted the dramatic impact that alcohol can have on a motorist. Rhianna King, a reporter for The West Australian, drove the $ 1 million simulator before and after drinking enough wine to put her …
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5 side effects of alcohol consumption –

Office Hours: Effects of Alcohol on the Human Body – Guest: Kevin Strang, faculty associate in physiology.

Effects of alcohol on the human body
Ada — Alcohol is often considered an essential element of adult social functions, but adults who overindulge in alcohol are likely doing themselves a significant disservice. Alcoholic beverages can negatively impact a person's physical and cognitive …
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Let's Tackle The Excessive Intake Of Alcohol And Its Effect In Ghana And Africa
Alcohol the substance consumed freely by some people is fast assuming he character of deadly drugs. Some medics and religious bodies condemn the excessive intake of alcohol which is said to be on the increase in Ghana which may not be the leading …
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'Drunk Gene' in Mice May Lead to Treatment for Humans
Three or more drunk mice may yield clues to why some people struggle with alcohol abuse and others don't. Scientists in Britain have discovered a gene mutation that regulates alcohol consumption and identified the mechanism that made the critters tipsy.
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A&E departments treat children for effects of alcohol
Dr Russell McLaughlin said: "There are a lot of other issues that go along with alcohol intoxication in adolescence such as injury, hazardous behaviour, and it makes them more likely to be the victim of a crime, makes them more likely to perpetrate a …
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Question by Alex: How can I make a good powerpoint on teen use of alcohol?
I really need advice! Instead of taking an exam in my class for our final, our teacher is making us give an 8 minute power point on teenage use of alcohol with 4 people in a group. We have to write about the history, teenage use, statistics, and short and long term affects of alcohol among teenagers. I have to do the teenage use of alcohol and I really don’t know what to write about. I really don’t know how to start of my part of the power point. Please help!

Best answer:

Answer by Casey
You start with research. Get all your info . then work on the PP.

Google “Teens and alcohol”

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Question by Bob B: What are the negative effects of drinking alcohol with ambien?
Alls it says is “intensified effect” What are the other negatives? Why do they advise you on not drinking alcohol with admbien

Best answer:

Answer by Tracie
It is bad for your liver.

Answer by Heather
Very bad choice!
You could die from it of course. I totally do not recommend it!

Holiday Drinking: How 8 Common Medications Interact with Alcohol
Drinking while on other types of medications might have a negative effect on your symptoms or the disease itself. For example, consuming alcohol can reduce blood-sugar levels, leading to poor control of diabetes. [7 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Health].
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