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8/12/05 - "A gene that could lead to alcohol addiction has been identified by scientists studying the effects of the drug on fruit flies. The researchers, who have called the gene 'hangover', believe that a similar version may exist in humans and could help explain why alcoholism tends to run in families. A study published in the journal Nature has found the gene helps fruit flies to develop a tolerance to alcohol, a condition in humans that leads to dependency..."

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Docs Miss Teen Substance Abuse CBS News Article discusses studies that suggest pediatricians are failing to disagnose substance abuse in large numbers of teens.
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Drug Abuse Holds Steady in U.S. CBS News article discusses a recent government drug survey which suggests amount of substance abuse has remained steady in past years.
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