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Service keeps you sober — Research is proving this age-old slogan

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Melissa Killeen

Ever since I walked into the rooms, I heard the phrase “Service keeps you sober.” I already knew I was a helping type of person, in fact in my addiction it was called being a rescuer. So I stayed away … Continue reading →

Alcohol Kills One Person Every Ten Seconds

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Melissa Killeen

The misuse and abuse of alcohol affect the lives, health and well-being of billions of people. A World Health Organization 2014 report stated the consumption of alcohol led to 3.3 million deaths around the world. In essence, the report says … Continue reading →

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