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  2. Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis

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    The Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) investigates scientific and technological developments with a focus on their impacts and possible systemic and unintended effects. It produces analytical knowledge and assessments of socio-technical developments in order to provide policy and design options for decision-makers.

  3. How Long Does Nicotine Stay in Your System? - Healthline

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    Cotinine has a half-life of about 16 hours, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, it may be as long as 40 hours, according to a 2016 research review. A half ...

  4. Nicotine Testing: What to Expect - WebMD

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    A saliva test is considered the most sensitive way to detect cotinine, and it can detect it for up to 4 days. Hair testing is a reliable way to figure out long-term use of tobacco products and can ...

  5. United States Department of Health and Human Services

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    Website. www.hhs.gov. The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cabinet-level executive branch department of the U.S. federal government created to protect the health of the U.S. people and providing essential human services. Its motto is "Improving the health, safety, and well-being of America". [3]

  6. Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome - Healthline

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    Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS) is a potentially life threatening condition involving extremely high blood sugar (glucose) levels. When your blood sugar gets too high, the kidneys try to ...

  7. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - Wikipedia

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    As of March 2013, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has investigated over 19,306 cases that have been resolved by requiring changes in privacy practice or by corrective action. If noncompliance is determined by HHS, entities must apply corrective measures.

  8. How Long Do Opiates Stay in Urine? Examples, Drug Test Cutoffs

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    The detection period depends on exactly which medication or drug you used. Here are the most common opiates and the detection period for urine testing: codeine: up to 3 days. heroin: as little as ...

  9. How Long Does Weed Stay in Your System: Urine, Blood, Hair?

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    Tests can detect weed for up to 30 days in your urine, up to 24 hours in your saliva, and up to 12 hours in your blood. Due to the many factors affecting how long weed stays in your body ...