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Alcohol
Most Canadians at one time or another, have consumed alcohol. The Health Unit collaborates with other substance abuse partners in the community to promote responsible use of alcohol for those of legal drinking age.
Marijuana and Driving
Some people believe it is safe to use marijuana and then get behind the wheel. That is just not true. Learn the facts of how marijuana really affects driving skills.
Juice, and we're not talking oranges
An HIV/AIDS prevention and Steroid Awareness resource developed by the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and AIDS Committee of Windsor.
Are Energy Drinks Safe?
"Energy drinks" are currently available at corner stores, gas stations and bars, usually displayed alongside soft drinks, juices and sports drinks and water.
Supplements: Do You Know what You're Getting?
Bodybuilding or performance enhancing supplements are now widely used among teenage athletes. The problem is that these athletes never really know what is contained in the small capsule that holds the key to their “athletic success”.