Articles tagged with medical issues

• Heart Problems Related to Cocaine Use

  Cocaine is a drug derived from the coca scrub leaf, a plant found in regions of South America. Its use through snorting, injection or smoking can provide immediately pleasant sensations and effective pain relief, but its long-term effects can be devastating. Highly addictive, cocaine causes multiple physical problems, including increasing the risk of stroke and producing flu-like symptoms with prolonged use. more...