Bone Health Update Now on CD
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases is offering a CD-ROM that provides health professionals and the general public with easy access to the latest information on bone health and diseases. The CD, titled Bone Health Information for You and Your Patients, includes a collection of PDF files of patient education brochures, professional education resources, and Web links to current clinical trials and other useful resources. Free copies are available on request by calling 877-226-4267.
Substance Abuse in Young Adults
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has released a national survey short report titled, “Depression and the Initiation of Cigarette, Alcohol, and Other Drug Use Among Young Adults.” The report is based on statistics gathered in adults aged 18-25 and suggests that mental disorders can cause substance abuse and vice versa. For free copies, log onto