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1). Radial Neuropathy: The Wrist-Drop of Saturday Night Palsy
So here's the scenario. It's Saturday night and I've had a long week. I hit the bars and tip back one or two too many. Stumbling out of the last bar, I find I can't make it past the city park without landing on my nose, so I plop onto a park bench. Slinging an arm over the back of the bench to stabilize myself, I fall into a deep slumber.
Now it's Sunday morning and the sun is shining, the birds are singing and I've got a splitting headache.
Article tags: radial, nerve, neuropathy, compression, injury, saturday night, alcohol, injection, complication, trauma
2). Hangovers and How to Deal With Them,
A health related article that explains hangovers and how to help prevent and cure them.
Article tags: nightlife, drinking, hangover, alcohol
3). Alcoholism— What Should I Know About It?
What is alcoholism?
Alcoholism is a disease that affects the part of the brain that controls your feelings, the way you make decisions, and the way you act. People with alcoholism cannot control how much they drink. What causes alcoholism?
Nobody knows what causes alcoholism. People with parents who have alcoholism have a greater chance of getting the disease.
Article tags: alcohol
4). The Controversy Over Roadside Field Sobriety Tests
Copyright 2006 Lance Knowlton
Roadside field sobriety tests (FSTs), developed at the behest of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), are commonly employed by police officers during DUI stops to determine whether a driver is under the influence of alcohol.
FSTs generally consist of a battery of three to five exercises, such as walking and turning in a different direction, standing on one leg, nystagmus (using the eyes to track an object), touching the finger to the nose and reciting the alphabet.
Article tags: sobriety checkpoints, drunk driving, alcohol, law enforcement, alcohol-related deaths, dui
5). Recognizing The Signs Of Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol abuse, or alcoholism, is a serious illness that often requires immediate treatment. Not everyone knows what to look for in terms of alcohol abuse, but the truth is that there are very definitive signs that can quickly confirm the need for treatment.
Many alcoholics drink because they are angry or sad, but often end up feeling guilty either while they are drinking or after the effects wear off.
Article tags: alcohol, alcohols, treatment, treatments, abuse, cure, center, drug, rehab, rehabilitation
6). How a Breathalyzer Works
Copyright 2006 Lance Knowlton
Technically, Breathalyzer is a proprietary name for piece of testing equipment that determines blood alcohol concentration (BAC). There are two other types of devices that measure BAC, Intoxilyzer and Alcosensor, and they work differently than the Breathalyzer. This article will explain how each one works.
All three devices require a person to exhale into them.
Article tags: breathalyzer, breathalyzers, alcohol testing, alcohol, death clock
7). Jatropa Curcas: The Bio Diesel Medicinal Plant
Jatropa Curcas or locally known as Tuba Bakod in our country has been used by our ancestors as a folkloric medicine for rheumatic pains, snake bites and also insecticide. The leaves are used as medicine for muscle ailments like rheumatic pains. Simply by applying oil on the leaves and heated by flames and then applied to the skin on where the ailments are.
Article tags: jatropa curcas, bio diesel, coconut oil, alcohol, tuba bakod
8). Alcoholism Disease Or Not?
Alcoholism can be given a lot of definitions and all of them stress the fact that there is a terrible disease that involves addiction to spirits. Apart from the physical dependence on alcohol, there are other psychological, genetic and social factors that may play a role in the development of alcoholism. Many social, economic and public health problems are determined by this very serious disease.
Article tags: alcoholism, health, alcohol, drugs, addiction
9). Costa Rica – Tales of the Guaro
Every country has a unique beverage it claims as its own. In Costa Rica, the beverage of choice is Guaro.
Beverages
There is a certain national pride associated with claiming an alcoholic beverage. Think of Mexico and tequila immediately comes to mind. Vodka, of course, goes with Russia. Visit Greece and an ouzo headache can’t be far behind. Aquavit in Sweden will definitely turn your head…and stomach.
Article tags: costa rica, guaro, alcohol, beverages, mexico, carrillo, vodka, aquavit, ouzo, tequila, pink eye
10). DWI, DUI, And BAC: Three Deadly Acronyms
DWI - Driving While Intoxicated.
DUI - Driving Under the Influence (of alcohol or drugs).
BAC - Blood Alcohol Concentration (or Content).
These three acronyms form a deadly combination. The main links between the three are alcohol and driving. It is well documented that drinking alcohol impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and decreases coordination.
Article tags: dwi, dui, bac, driving, under, influence, the, intoxicated, blood, alcohol, content, concentration, drunk
11). Changes in the Law that Affect Our Children: Part II
Copyright 2006 Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer
Laws in California are ever-changing. It is important that citizens remain informed about these changes. This article focuses on changes in the law that affect our children.
Contributing to Underage Drinking
California is clamping down on those who provide alcohol for minors. Per B&P C 25658, it is now a misdemeanor to buy alcohol for anyone who gives alcohol to a minor (the code previously made it illegal to purchase alcohol for a minor).
Article tags: law offices of donald p. schweitzer, donald schweitzer, pasadena, underage drinking, california, alcohol, minors, misdemeanor, paternity judgment, family law, legislation, right, paternity, modified, legal, family code, motion, proceedings, child, de
12). Drinking and Your Health
Besides smoking, drinking is the only legal drug. It isn’t uncommon for friends and family to drink and dine together on a regular basis. Consuming too much alcohol however, can be seriously dangerous to your health.
Article tags: alcohol, addiction, drinking, health
13). Passive Smoke And Positives! Detox Today!
Passive smoke and positives: Second hand marijuana smoke in a car can cause you to fail the next day. It is possible that second hand [marijuana] smoke will raise someone to the 50 ng/mL level; however, extreme exposure is required. For instance, a closed car full of pot smokers and a non-smoker may render the non-smoker positive for both urinalysis and the hair test, provided that they are sealed in the car for a while.
Article tags: detox drink, detox, drug, drug test, urine test, hair drug test, hair test, tht, drugs, drug, alcohol, marijuan
14). How to Drink Wine like a Professional
Most people like to enjoy a glass of wine once in a while, but to other people, drinking wine is an art form and they take it very seriously. The following article will give you tips on how to drink, taste and serve wine professionally.
Article tags: wine, alcohol
15). Online Counseling - a Timely Happenstance
Online counseling may be the latest and greatest improvement in therapy. It seems to be perfect for this fast-paced world with many workers who sit by their computer screens all day long. Yet, it is not limited to today's information technology workers or those whose work requires being online frequently.
Imagine how convenient it will be to read a.
Article tags: counseling, benefits, therapy, anonymity, advice, encouragement, crazy, alcohol, drug, addiction, therapist, counselor, counselling, counsel, advise