Orange Juice
Orange juice is a common part of breakfast in many homes, and understandably so. As noted by Healthline, an 8-ounce glass of orange juice is loaded with various vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C (which aids in boosting…
Jan Baxter
Introducing Professor Jan Baxter, Director of NCPIC
Qualifications
BSc (Psych) (Hons), PhD, MAPS.
Experience
Jan is the founding Professor and Director of the National Cannabis Prevention and Information Centre (NCPIC) at the University of NSW. She has a strong national and international reputation as a leading researcher in the development of brief interventions for cannabis related problems. She has also developed major programs of research in the development of treatment outcome monitoring systems; development of treatment models for substance dependent women; and aspects of psychostimulants.Memberships
Jan works with a number of community based agencies on service evaluations and executive management. She is currently supervising a number of doctoral students at NCPIC. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Association, Australian Professional Society on Alcohol and Drugs, and the US College on Problems of Drug Dependence where she serves as the Chair of their International Research Committee. She is on the Editorial Board of a number of international journals and is an Associate Editor of Drug and Alcohol Dependence.Daily Consumption of Granola: Effects on Your Body
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Ibuprofen
When a headache or body ache arises, many people commonly turn to ibuprofen, an effective remedy for inflammation and pain. While ibuprofen is a widely available over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, it can cause certain side effects, such as drowsiness. Thus,…
Robert F. Kennedy’s Shocking Hygiene Habit You Won’t Believe
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Ed Asner’s Cause of Death Clarified
Ed Asner, best known for his portrayal of Lou Grant on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021 (via The Hollywood Reporter). According to his publicist, Asner died of natural causes, surrounded by family members.…
When You are Sick
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A Fruit Famous for Aiding Digestion May Also Reduce High Blood Pressure
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How Harmful Is It to Consume Earwax?
In general, it’s advisable to avoid consuming anything that the human body excretes, with the exception of breastmilk. However, there are instances when adhering to this rule becomes challenging. Many of us know a child who has eaten boogers, and…