Gene may protect against alcoholism

Gene may protect against alcoholism
Some people possess genetic characteristics that give them a low level of response to alcohol. That means they have relatively little reaction to booze and need a lot of drinks to begin feeling an effect. These people — sometimes described as folks who can drink everyone else under the table — are also more susceptible to developing alcohol addiction.
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La Hacienda considers building new detox center
La Hacienda addiction treatment center may see an overhaul and expansion of its detox facility for the first time in nearly 40 years.
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Thomas Vinterberg’s ‘Submarino’ Wins Scandinavia’s Top Film Award
Scott Roxborough Danish director’s look at drug and alcohol addiction awarded Nordic Council Film Prize read more
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