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About inhalants 
Details the short and long term effects of purposely inhaling toxic fumes and chemicals from products like cooking sprays, disinfectants, felt-tip markers and others. Highlights how these inhalants can cause death.
Source: Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS)
AFM library bibliography of book & video resources on: inhalants  PDF
Lists books and videos available for loan from the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) on inhalant abuse. Includes borrowing instructions. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM)
Beyond the ABCs - solvents/inhalants 
Provides information about solvent abuse, the chemical ingredients of solvents (inhalants), short-term effects, and long-term effects on the nervous system, kidneys, liver, lungs, cardiovascular system, bone marrow, and blood. Discusses tolerance and dependence, who uses solvents, and legal issues.
Source: Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission (AADAC)
From: Other drugs
Cryptococcal disease 
Explains this very rare fungal disease, where it is found, and how it can affect humans and animals.
Source: BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC)
Fast facts 
Presents key information and statistics on alcohol usage, fetal alcohol syndrome and partial fetal alcohol syndrome, drinking and driving, smoking and second–hand smoke, marijuana, 'club' or 'rave' drugs, inhalants, problem gambling, and drugs in sports. Complements 'School/community activities and resources'.
Source: Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM)
From: Manitoba Addictions Awareness Week: (MAAW) resource kit
How inhalant abuse affects the body...  PDF
Provides information on the short-term and long-term health effects of inhalant abuse. Comprises part of the resource kit prepared by the Manitoba Addictions Awareness Week Committee. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM)
From: Fast facts
Inhalant abuse 
Discusses the prevalence, effects, and treatment of inhalant abuse among children and youth. Lists the Canadian Paediatric Society's recommendations for the prevention and treatment of inhalant abuse. Includes references.
Source: Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS)
From: First Nations and Inuit health
Inhalant use and addiction in Canada  PDF
Examines the use of inhalants and presents a profile of a typical user. Discusses clinical management and prevention. Includes bibliographic references. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Canadian Medical Association (CMA)
From: CMAJ
Inhalants 
Describes inhalants and the physical signs that may be seen in a person who has been using inhalants. Gives examples of substances that are used as inhalants. Outlines the harmful effects of using inhalants. Provides access to additional information.
Source: deal.org
From: Legal drugs
Inhalants  PDF
Provides general information on inhalants and describes the short- and long-term effects of using inhalants. Discusses the risks associated with using inhalants. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM)
From: Fast facts
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