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Why Is Nicotine So Addictive?

February 04, 2019 / The NIDA Blog Team

Tobacco use kills about 1,300 people every day. What makes nicotine—a main ingredient in tobacco—so addictive?

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What Is Drugged Driving?

January 28, 2019 / The NIDA Blog Team

It isn’t safe to drive after drinking alcohol—or after using illicit drugs or misusing prescription drugs.

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NIDA Director Kicks Off NDAFW and Chat Day

January 22, 2019 / The NIDA Blog Team

More than 50 scientists chat live with teens across the country on National Drugs & Alcohol Chat Day.

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Good Tunes, Smart Choices: “Teens Make Music Contest” Winners To Be Announced

January 14, 2019 / The NIDA Blog Team

Teens are using the power of music to reflect on the consequences of drug use. Listen and learn more.

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The Year in Drugs and Health News: 2018 Blog Roundup

January 07, 2019 / The NIDA Blog Team

Check out this list of blog posts from the past year, complete with facts, tips, and even a few quizzes to test your knowledge.

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