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3 ways to start a conversation with your teen about mental health and drug use

Talking to your teen about mental health and drug use can feel challenging — one wrong move and the conversation ends as soon as it begins. But it is possible, and taking that leap can make all the difference in your teen’s life. As a parent or caregiver, it’s important

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Alcohol-Related Organ Complications Increasing in Teens, Young Adults — The most affected organ was the pancreas

A photo of a male physician pointing to an anatomical model of the pancreas and gall bladder.

Alcohol-associated pancreatitis and liver disease have been increasing among adolescents and young adults, according to a retrospective population-based cohort study from Canada. Rates of pancreatitis and liver-related complications from alcohol have increased in teens and young adults.  Males were most affected, yet young females had changes in rates that were

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