Drug and alcohol abuse double risk of ICU admission
Thursday, December 4, 2008 - 17:49
in Health & Medicine
While the personal health and safety risks of drug and alcohol abuse are well-documented, a new study by researchers at LDS Hospital and Brigham Young University suggests substance dependence increases medical costs by way of the intensive care unit...
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