ARTICLES RELATING TO DRUGS

Diet drinks 'as bad as meth addiction'

2013-05-24 09:36

A study claims that heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine.

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Zuma tackles drug issues in Eldorado Park

2013-05-15 09:10

During a visit to Eldorado Park in Johannesburg, President Jacob Zuma promised to tackle the drug problem rampant in the community. Watch.

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Addiction harder to treat in teen girls

2013-05-06 09:10

A small study suggests better methods needed to help teen girls addicted to meth.

'WTF, you’re dealing drugs?'

2013-04-26 11:32

Teens pretend to sell drugs to test their parents' reactions.

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Addicted to Tik

2013-02-25 13:18

Shaun Maxim was addicted to Tik for seven years. After a wake up call and months of treatment he now lives a happy life with his wife and children.

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13 ways to spot drug use

2012-11-15 10:32

Do you suspect your child of drug abuse? Every parent should know the signs.

8 healthy baby tips

2012-09-05 14:47

Want a healthier baby? Check out these immunity boosting tips.

Cipla mum on why it suspended CEO

2012-08-16 13:06

Drug maker Cipla Medpro says the suspension of its chief executive is not based on any major financial wrong-doing, even as nervous investors dumped shares.

Aspen buys GSK Aussie drugs for R2.2bn

2012-08-15 12:31

GlaxoSmithKline has advanced its clear-out of non-core drugs with a deal to sell 25 older brands marketed in Australia to South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare.

Charlie Sheen’s comeback

2012-06-27 08:41

The former Two and a Half Men star is now off drugs and has a new show. Think it’ll work this time?

'Synthetic' marijuana a problem for US military

2011-12-31 09:20

U.S. troops are increasingly using an easy-to-get herbal mix called "Spice," which mimics a marijuana high, is hard to detect and can bring on hallucinations that last for days.

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Different drugs found in Jub Jub's urine

2011-12-02 09:13

A mix of conflicting drugs was found in urine samples given by musician Molemo 'Jub Jub' Maarohanye and his co-accused Themba Tshabalala. Witness Thembela Mahlati, the head of pharmacy at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, said these contained cocaine, morphine, paracetamol, doxylamine, tobacco and caffeine.

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Does dagga make you a bad parent?

2011-08-22 13:35
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Does marijuana use mean you’re a bad parent? Add your vote below.

Are parents to blame?

2011-08-02 14:51

When a tragedy like the Norway killings happens, should we look to the killer’s childhood?

The hazards of huffing

2011-07-19 14:29

It may seem harmless, but sniffing of glue or other substances can have serious and permanent effects.

Global war on drugs 'a failure'

2011-06-02 14:27

A high-level international commission declared the global "war on drugs" a failure and urged nations to consider legalizing cannabis and other drugs.

Enormous run on iodine pills in US

2011-03-17 08:23

The main US manufacturer of potassium iodide tablets has run out of stock after a massive demand generated by the Japanese nuclear crisis, says the company's head.

Pot causes long term problems

2011-02-09 13:57

Smoking pot may hasten the onset of mental illness in kids.

Teens lie about drug use

2010-11-09 12:24

Not only do teens lie about using drugs, but so do their parents.

Hidden dangers of the herbal high

2010-10-19 11:07

It’s not just the well-known drugs that pose a threat to teens. Look out for these seemingly harmless names.

The question parents fear the most

2010-08-27 12:24

There are some unanswerable questions that even the most experienced parent would rather not face. Add yours.

Mexico may legalise drugs

2010-08-04 09:20

Mexican President Felipe Calderon has said he would consider a debate on legalising drugs as his government announced the numbers of those killed in drug violence.

Is your teen on tik?

2010-06-18 14:37

Would you be able to tell if your teen was on drugs?

Is Kirsten Dunst a druggie?

2010-05-28 16:08

Seems like Kirsten is having a crappy week. First her purse is stolen, then the guy who stole it claims he found her drugs.

 

The pharmaceutical industry at a glance

2013-05-21 13:36

Read up on these interesting facts about the pharmaceutical industry.

Vaccine for heroin addiction promising

2013-05-13 08:20

A vaccine that could help fight heroin addiction shows promise in early tests in rats, researchers report.

Drugs assessed for radiation treatment

2013-05-02 13:10

The FDA will assess new drugs for the treatment of radiation exposure.

Fish in drug-tainted water suffer

2013-02-15 10:48

Research adds to the mounting evidence that minuscule amounts of medicines in rivers and streams can alter the biology and behaviour of fish and other marine animals.

Snoop Dogg smokes weed with his son

2012-10-03 15:27

Snoop Dogg's eldest son posted photos of them smoking cannabis together. Does this make Snoop a bad father?

10 mistakes drug mules make

2012-08-31 11:50

Thinking of earning a quick buck? Here are 10 shocking things drug dealers never tell the prospective drug mules, writes Susan Erasmus.

Mom wants drug addicted son jailed

2012-08-16 08:41

A Cape Town mother says she is better off with her son in prison as he turns into a “devil” each time he uses drugs.

Aspen unit to buy drug portfolio from GSK

2012-08-15 08:53

Aspen Pharmacare's subsidiary, Aspen Global, will pay £172m for GlaxoSmithKine's pharmaceutical products distributed in Australia.

“Choking game” shocks researchers

2012-04-20 15:33

Research on dangerous game popular amongst teens has produced shocking findings.

Snoop Dogg arrested on marijuana charge

2012-01-10 08:07

Rapper Snoop Dogg has reportedly been arrested for cannabis possession after his tour bus was stopped by law enforcement officers.

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SA trafficker caught in Thailand

2011-12-14 10:20

23-year-old Nolubabalo "Babsi" Nobanda, from Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape, was caught by Thai authorities for trying to smuggle 1,5 kg of cocaine matted in her dreadlocked hair.

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Synap Forte "potentially deadly"

2011-11-16 10:02

Popular painkiller “may cause heart problems”.

Living with Epilepsy

2011-08-16 09:05

One in every 100 people has epilepsy, making it one of the most common neurological conditions.

Childhood trauma affects adults

2011-08-02 14:44

Researchers use 9 potentially negative childhood experiences to predict possible long-term negative effects.

ANC mulls state drugs firm

2011-07-19 11:30

The feasibility of a parastatal pharmaceuticals firm is being investigated, says ANC secretary general Gwede Mantashe.

CSIR to research safety of vitamins

2011-03-28 13:00

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research says it will probe food supplements as part of an EU consortium looking at market regulation.

GSK offers rebate if rival drug is better

2010-12-24 11:24

The UK’s state-run health service will get a partial rebate from GlaxoSmithKline if its new kidney cancer drug Votrient fails to match up to a rival medicine.

Kings of Leon can’t get it up

2010-10-26 15:15

Did the rockers really used to get so high that they couldn’t perform in the bedroom?

Whitney's back on drugs. Jeez!

2010-10-07 13:16

The songstress is reportedly hooked on drugs again. Is there hope of ever recovering or is Ms Houston doomed to be a junkie for the rest of her life?

Journos under threat in Mexico

2010-08-05 11:27

Mexico's journalist association has adopted a new "security protocol" for Chihuahua state, including body armor and helmets, in the wake of attacks on media workers.

Ecuador seizes drug submarine

2010-07-05 20:08

Ecuadorean authorities have seized a submarine capable of ferrying 12 tons of drugs near the border with Colombia, police sources say.

Is Kirsten Dunst a druggie?

2010-05-31 16:08

Seems like Kirsten is having a crappy week. First her purse is stolen, then the guy who stole it claims he found her drugs.

Sting: Legalise the spliff

2010-04-08 13:31

Sting insists America should spend the money it uses jailing users of the drug on tackling poverty and global warming.

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