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… Physical Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder On this page: Overview Overview The physical signs of alcohol use disorder can be vague in the early stages of the … you lose consciousness. You don't pass out when you have an alcohol blackout. But you do lose your memories of the …
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… Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cold Injury On this page: Overview Overview Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of injury from cold exposure. Alcohol: Changes your body's ability to regulate body …
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… Making a Plan to Cut Back on Alcohol Use On this page: Overview Overview If you think you are drinking too much alcohol and want to cut back, having a plan can help you get … cut back on drinking. If your current life revolves around alcohol use, you might need to choose new friends or a new …
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… Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol and Managing Your Weight On this page: Getting … portions. If you're still struggling at the scale, alcohol might be the reason. A few glasses of wine or a … your drinking. Here are some tips to help you decide how alcohol may fit in with your weight management plan. Know …
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… How to start a conversation with teens about alcohol Last updated March 31, 2015 Talking openly and honestly about alcohol and other drugs can help children understand your family’s values. It …
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… Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) On this page: … Basics What is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the term for …
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… Alcohol and Substance Use in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder … from friends or loved ones. Some people use alcohol or drugs to help relieve their symptoms. This can lead to … symptoms when you stop using the substance or use less (withdrawal). Caring for yourself If you have been diagnosed …
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… of all ages who are directly or indirectly affected by alcohol and other drug use. For more information call the 24-hour BC Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service in the … Be drug smart if you are taking or planning on taking drugs, or know someone who takes drugs. Be drug smart: Make …
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… Form for Identifying Reasons to Cut Down On or Stop Alcohol Use On this page: Overview Overview If changing your alcohol use is a goal, then knowing what you'll gain by … with: My health _____I'd like to be at a healthy weight. Alcohol is adding too many empty calories to my diet. …
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… be allergic to that drug. You can also be allergic to other drugs that are like it. A drug allergy is one type of … Aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If you are allergic to one medicine, you may be … be allergic to that drug. You can also be allergic to other drugs that are like it. A drug allergy is one type of …
