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  • Alcohol for Kids


    Do you know how beer and other alcoholic drinks affect the body and mind? Find out in this article for kids.

  • Vaping: What You Need to Know for Teens


    E-cigarettes (or “vape pens”) heat a liquid until it becomes a vapor that's inhaled. Vape juice can contain nicotine or marijuana distillate or oil. Here are the facts on vaping and its many health risks.

  • Cocaine and Crack for Teens


    Cocaine is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant drug. Find out more about cocaine and its effects.

  • Using Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy for Parents


    Most FDA-approved low-calorie sweeteners are OK to use in moderation during pregnancy. Find out more.

  • What Are Amphetamines? for Parents


    Amphetamines (including prescription diet pills) are highly addictive stimulants that accelerate functions in the brain and body.

  • Amphetamines for Teens


    Amphetamines are stimulants that speed up brain and body functions. Find out how these drugs can affect you in this article for teens.

  • PCP for Teens


    PCP use is pretty rare these days, mostly because of the drug's scary side effects. Find out more about the drug phencyclidine in this article for teens.

  • Giving Opioid Prescription Pain Medicine: What Parents Need to Know for Parents


    If your child’s health care provider prescribed a prescription pain medicine that contains an opioid, you probably have many questions about how to use it safely. Get answers here.

  • Heroin for Teens


    Heroin is a highly addictive drug made from the seed pod of the opium poppy plant. Learn more about heroin and its effects in this article for teens.

  • What Is PCP? for Parents


    PCP abuse is less common these days, mostly because of the drug's scary side effects. Find out more about the drug phencyclidine.