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Substance Abuse

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Health / Medical

Kush: what is this dangerous new west African drug that supposedly contains human bones?

DeanP/Shutterstock Michael Cole, Anglia Ruskin University A new drug called kush is wreaking havoc in west Africa, particularly in Sierra Leone where it is estimated to kill around a dozen people each week and hospitalise thousands. The drug, taken mostly by men aged 18 to 25, causes people to fall asleep while walking, to fall over, to bang their heads against hard surfaces and to walk into moving traffic. Kush […]

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Alcohol Free Future Support Group founder spared some time to share insights with us

Alcoholism represents a persistent condition marked by excessive alcohol consumption and a strong fixation on alcohol. One of the most critical concerns is its potential adverse impact on heart health, contributing to issues like high blood pressure and stroke. Keshia Damases Ipinge, a survivor of addiction and the creator of the Alcohol Free Future Support Group, graciously spared some time to share insights with us.  

todayJanuary 9, 2024 6

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Initiative to Combat Alcohol Abuse: A Conversation with Keshia Damases Ipinge

In a recent interview, Keshia Damases Ipinge, founder of the Alcohol-Free Futures Support Group, shed light on her motivations and the impact of her initiative aiming to assist individuals struggling with alcohol abuse. During the discussion, Ms. Ipinge shared her personal journey, revealing that her past experiences with alcoholism prompted her to create the support group. Having battled with alcohol abuse since the age of 16, she realized the destructive […]

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