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… people is car crashes related to alcohol. Drinking also can lead young people to have … to drink alcohol. They should follow the laws for the legal drinking age where they … effects of alcohol or sober them up before driving, but this is not the case. So they may …
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… emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to … emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to … or other treatment. Help set up community services in the home, if needed. Older adults …
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Overview Stopping substance use, whether you use alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs, is very hard. Very few people succeed the first time they try to stop. A lapse or relapse is likely. A lapse …
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… alcohol or drugs while you're pregnant can cause serious problems. It can cause problems … the sooner you can stop, the better. Risks of substance use during pregnancy Substance … problems Low birth weight Physical and mental development problems Inhalants …
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… known cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, … known cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, …
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… the Directory of Alcohol and Drug Treatment Services online at www.health.gov.sk.ca/treatment-services-directory for a phone number in your … drug use on your own, or if these support services don't help, you may need medical …
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… per week can put you at risk for health problems. Negative impacts begin with any … safe to drink during pregnancy, so pregnant women are advised not to drink at all. You're … pressure , depression, stomach problems, or sexual problems. Contribute to the development …
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… (FASD) is a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental … how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop …
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… What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking … there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your developing baby … see your doctor, nurse, or midwife Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of …
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… changes These may include: Changes in sleeping or eating habits or having less … changes These may include: Changes in sleeping or eating habits or having less …