Key points Effects of substances on driving Safe driving requires focus, coordination, good judgment, and quick reactions to the environment. Any alcohol or other drug use impairs

KEY POINTS Overview Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among those aged 1-54 in the United States, and most people who are

Key points Overview Droughts can last from a single season to many decades and can affect from a few hundred to millions of square miles.

Key points Overview Distracted driving is doing another activity that takes the driver’s attention away from driving. Distracted driving can increase the chance of a

KEY POINTS Symptoms Adenoviruses can cause a wide range of signs and symptoms, such as: Less common symptoms include: How it spreads Adenoviruses are usually

Key points Overview Your kidneys play a vital role in cleaning your blood, eliminating waste from your body, and supporting other important functions. Dialysis is

Key points Overview Signs and symptoms The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is coughing with or without mucus. Symptoms of acute bronchitis last less

Key points What it is Heart valve disease is when any valve in the heart has damage or is diseased. There are several causes of

Purpose Opioid addiction, also known as opioid use disorder (OUD), is a chronic and relapsing disease that can affect anyone. As with most other chronic

Key points Overview Opioid use during pregnancy can affect mothers and their babies. Opioids prescribed by a doctor may be used during pregnancy to manage