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Archive for February, 2010

Michael Jackson’s Doctor Charged

Monday, February 15th, 2010

michael jacksonDr. Conrad Murray pleads not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges in the death of the King of Pop.

In a Los Angeles courtroom on Jan. 9, 2010, Dr. Conrad Murray pleaded not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter in the death of pop star Michael Jackson. His bail was set at $75,000 and the judge restricted the doctor’s medical practice, saying, “I don’t want you sedating people.”

Many Jackson family members were present at the proceedings, including matriarch Katherine Jackson. Of the charges being brought, the family told cameras outside the courthouse, “it’s not enough.” (more…)


Legal Liability

Friday, February 12th, 2010

conrad murrayMichael Jackson’s personal physician faces charges in the pop star’s death, but you don’t have to be a medical professional to be held liable when drugs kill.

As prosecutors in Los Angeles prepare to file charges against Michael Jackson’s personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, it again raises the debate over who is responsible for the drugs an individual knowingly allows in their system.

Murray has always claimed that Jackson requested or even demanded he administer the powerful anesthetic propofol, in order to help the King of Pop overcome his insomnia. (more…)


Zolpidem Facts

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

ZolpidemWhat does this generic sleep aid offer those looking for a quick high and what are the dangers involved?

It may not be a household word, but zolpidem is a tongue twister of a term and is causing quite a stir in addiction circles. A generic version of the drug used in brand-name medications like Ambien and Zolpimist, zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedatives or hypnotics and is closely related to a family of sedatives called benzodiazepines, according to prescribing information provided by the FDA. These drugs cause sedation, muscle relaxation, act as anti-convulsants (anti-seizure), and reduce anxiety. (more…)


Your Brain On Cocaine

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Cocaine effects on brainA new study suggests cocaine may not just provide a high but alter the way your brain operates.

“Though we think about our genes mostly in terms of the traits we pass on to our children, they are actually very active in our lives every day, regulating how various cells in our bodies behave,” Time Magazine recently reported. They were talking about a new study that seems to prove the use of cocaine doesn’t just provide a high, it also changes the way your brain functions.

Published in the Jan. 8 issue of Science magazine, the study used mice to do research in the up-and-coming field of epigenetics, an area of science that explores how experiences and environmental exposures affect genes. (more…)


Is Heidi Addicted to Plastic Surgery?

Friday, February 5th, 2010

heidi montagWhen does over-indulging cross the line into addiction? Heidi Montag’s recent plastic surgery binge has some fearing she could overdose on self-improvement.

Heidi Montag may have been looking for attention when she agreed to appear on the cover of a January 2010 issue of People magazine to talk about her recent plastic surgeries. In the eyebrow-raising article, the 23-year-old reality star and aspiring singer admitted to undergoing a whopping 10 cosmetic procedures in one day, prompting the headline “Addicted to Plastic Surgery.” (more…)


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