Alarming Number of Teens Use Opioids Nonmedically

Just more than 1 in 6 high school seniors has used prescription opioids, says a study in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. That 17.6 percent have used opioids for any medical reason is scary enough, but 12.9 percent say they have used opioids nonmedically. It's terrifying to think that kids can access strong mind-altering drugs and use them recreationally. It's worrisome that they would even want to. Sure, kids are curious. But this goes beyond a little alcohol pot experimentation (both of which are bad enough). Opioids affect thinking and development. Even just one use can have disasterous, long-term consequences.  Do I sound paranoid? I am, with good reason. You should be too. Read on. Study Finds Alarming Number of Teens Use Opioids Nonmedically

Birth Control Pill: Hormonal Imbalance and Irregular Periods

Birth Control Pills, Hormonal Imbalance and Health Concerns
I object to birth control for ethical and religious reasons. But I also object to birth control pills in general on the basis of the numerous hormonal and health issues that they cause.
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Abortifacient Birth Control Pills

Abortifacient Methods of Birth Control and Contraception
If you are pro-life and on birth control, please get the facts about the kind of contraceptive that you use. Some forms of the birth control pill are abortifacients. If you believe life begins at conception, please read this.
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Alteril Sleep Aid Scam

Alteril Warnings: Internet Sleep Aid Scam Alteril (Somnia Lateril) an apparently natural OTC sleep aid is marketed on television and on the internet with infomercials.Supposedly containing L-tryptophan, Alteril also induces sleep with Melatonin; dangerous! Dozens of reports call Alteril a scam. Alteril has dangerous reported side effects. Caveat Emptor!Read more