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DrugScope Welcomes National Treatment Agency Announcment Of Increased Funding For Drug Treatment
DrugScope has welcomed the National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse's announcement of an extra Â£11.8m government investment in drug treatment. Around a quarter of the additional funds (Â£2.9m) will go to residential rehabilitation services to allow them to provide new beds and resource upgrades and refurbishment of their facilities. The remaining Â£8. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:24:07 GMT)

Rehab zoning bill goes to Assembly
A state bill that would make drug and rehab homes comply with local zoning codes before they could get their state licenses renewed passed the Senate on Wednesday. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:09:56 GMT)

Neighbors to sound off over drug rehab expansion
Neighbors are firing back at plans to expand a drug and alcohol rehab center in Spring Hill. A public hearing is set for Tuesday at 9 a.m. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:11:42 GMT)

Event focusing on addiction, spirituality is Saturday in Two Rivers
TWO RIVERS Green Bay Packer Greg Jennings, Jeff Vanvonderen of AEs Intervention, and Ginger Katz, who founded The Courage to Speak Foundation after losing her son to a drug overdose, will be guest speakers at an event called Choice Vision 09. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:12:44 GMT)

Southern Indiana Rehab marks 15th anniversary today
Southern Indiana Rehab Hospital, 3104 Blackiston Blvd., New Albany, will celebrate its 15th anniversary from 4 to 7 p.m. today. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:58:23 GMT)

Drug Addiction Treatment Specialists, Alternative to Meds Center, Introduces Sauna Detoxification Therapy to its ...
Alternative to Meds Center is revolutionizing alternative mental health and drug addition treatment by discovering the causes of brain chemistry imbalance, the driving biochemistry behind addiction. This unique program specializes in altering brain chemistry naturally, through medical brain chemistry testing and nutritional change, offsetting the addictive biochemistry which may be a main factor ... (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 07:20:46 GMT)

Lynn board hearing on sex rehab set tonight
LYNN - The City Council will hold public hearings tonight on three proposed ordinances prompted by a request from LifePoint Church to establish a rehab center in Lynn for those with addictions, including Level III sex offenders. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 07:16:09 GMT)

Unleashing the Beast: Proof that relaxed Rockefeller laws really are Drug Dealer Protection Act
Here at the Daily News editorial page, we try to focus on matters of vital interest to readers. One such topic involved Albany's relaxation of the so-called Rockefeller drug laws. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMT)

Harden throws 70 pitches in rehab start
Harden throws 70 pitches in rehab start (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:56:38 GMT)

Whitney Houston ready to talk about 7yr exile excluding drug addiction
New York, Jun 8 : American singer Whitney Houston is said to be ready to dole out the story on her seven-year exile from recording, but will not touch on the subject of her drug addiction. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:46:33 GMT)

Cubs RHP Rich Harden sharp in rehab start at Triple-A
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Chicago Cubs right-hander Rich Harden threw four-plus innings in a rehab st... (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:39:14 GMT)

Harden sharp in rehab start for Iowa
Chicago Cubs right-hander Rich Harden threw four-plus innings in a rehab start for Triple-A Iowa on Monday. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:35:30 GMT)

Desert Oasis Recovery, an Albuquerque, New Mexico Based Drug and Alcohol Rehab Treatment Center Launches Official ...
Desert Oasis Recovery, an Albuquerque, New Mexico based drug and alcohol addiction treatment center announced today the launch of their own Youtube Channel Called DesertOasisRecovery. The purpose of the Youtube Channel DesertOasisRecovery is to inform people of the different treatment options offered by Desert Oasis Recovery and give them some great insider information as to what it is like from ... (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT)

Scots artists conquered addiction ... and won the hearts of the famous
ago, he was begging on the streets of Scotland and stealing to feed his drug habit. Today, however, Frank McFadden is a being hailed as a world-class painter with a coterie of beautiful superstar muses including Jessica Simpson and Debbie Harry. (Tue, 09 Jun 2009 03:32:56 GMT)

Cardinals SS Greene set for rehab assignment
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Cardinals shortstop Khalil Greene, who went on the 15-day disabled list late last month with social anxiety issues, will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:10:20 GMT)

Contrave: New Weight Loss Drug Advances
Contrave, an experimental weight loss drug that combines the antidepressant Wellbutrin with the addiction drug naltrexone, looks effective in late-stage studies. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:32:39 GMT)

Greene to go on rehab assignment
Greene to go on rehab assignment (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:26:49 GMT)

Cards SS Khalil Greene set for rehab assignment
ST. LOUIS (AP) -Cardinals shortstop Khalil Greene, who went on the 15-day disabled list late last month with social anxiety issues, will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:21:07 GMT)

Macao to set up ad hoc group tackling teenager drug problems
As drug abuse and smuggling cases were on the rise among local young people, the government of Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) will establish a Concern Teenager Drug Addiction Working Group dedicated to the drug prevention task, the Macao Daily Times reported on Monday. The new ad hoc group, affiliated to the SAR government's Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), is subjected to provide ... (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:28:46 GMT)

NARCONON: Drug Rehabilitation Effectiveness Since 1966
"Quickest way to hurt a person is to introduce them to narcotics." This statement was made by the Narconon founder, William Benitez, while delivering a drug education lecture in 1968, at the Scottsdale High School in Arizona. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT)

Medford sees 45 percent jump in drug arrests
MEDFORD — The increased availability of prescription opiates and a bump in cocaine and heroin use are partially responsible for an alarming 45 percent jump in drug complaints over the past year, according to police. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 09:14:32 GMT)

Drug 'shift'
Young people's habits change (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:28:47 GMT)

Kid drug abuse toll at record
A RECORD number of youngsters treated for alcohol or drug abuse last year, a report says (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:59:49 GMT)

Bonded by sobriety: 2 friends shared drug addictions just a few short years ago, but tragedy followed by hard work ...
Friends who were first brought together by a shared addiction to drugs find themselves years later bonded by sobriety and the path that got them there. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:08:53 GMT)

Boyle feeling fantastic after rehab
Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle said she was feeling "fantastic" after leaving a rehab clinic in London to return home to her cat Pebbles. The troubled singer, who was admitted to The Priory ho (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:14:41 GMT)

Youths seeking drug help hits record
More than 50,000 people in England aged under 25 sought help for drug or alcohol problems last year, figures show. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:13:17 GMT)

Record number of young get drug aid
A record number of young people in England were treated for a drug or alcohol problem last year, an investigation by the BBC has found. (Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:39:42 GMT)

Ladson's MLBlog: Olsen to begin rehab
Nationals left-hander Scott Olsen, on the disabled list because of a sore left shoulder, will begin a rehab assignment with Class A Potomac starting on Tuesday. He is going to throw three innings or 50 pitches. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 19:27:47 GMT)

Jake Westbrook sharp in rehab start for Akron Aeros, Lake County Captains, Columbus Clippers both win: Cleveland ...
INDIANS FARM REPORT Westbrook sharp in rehab start Jake WestbrookAkron and Altoona split a doubleheader in Altoona, Pa., on Saturday, swapping shutouts in the process. The Aeros took the opener, 1-0, in nine innings before the Curve returned the... (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:03:31 GMT)

Harry Potter actor hoping co-stars would end up in rehab!
London, June 7 : Harry Potter actor Jason Isaacs has joked that he hopes his co-stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint would 'end up in rehab' to add more popularity to the series. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 10:33:02 GMT)

Boston RHP Smoltz tosses 6 innings in rehab start
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — John Smoltz realizes that at his age, 42, there will be days when he doesn't feel good. Saturday wasn't one of them. The Boston Red Sox right-hander allowed one hit and one run while pitching six innings for the Pawtucket Red Sox in a rehab start against the Durham Bulls. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 10:29:53 GMT)

How a tiny lamb rescued a suicidal drug addict
AT the age of 10, Lucy Bryson’s stepbrother would take her out on burglaries to fund his heroin addiction. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 09:22:55 GMT)

Smoltz allows 1 run, 1 hit in 6-inning rehab start
John Smoltz allowed one hit and one run while pitching six innings Saturday for the Pawtucket Red Sox in a rehab start against the Durham Bulls. The rehab start was the Boston Red Sox right-hander's fourth overall but his first for Pawtucket and his longest to date. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:18:13 GMT)

Drug crimes in Dubai on the rise
Drug crimes in Dubai on the rise (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 05:32:18 GMT)

Blackburn's Dunn upbeat over rehab
Blackburn Rovers midfielder David Dunn is pleased with his rehab from Achilles problems. read more (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 04:25:47 GMT)

Fourth rehab start in the books for Smoltz
Smoltz makes fourth rehab start (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:57:30 GMT)

Smoltz tosses 6 innings in rehab start
John Smoltz allowed one hit and one run while pitching six innings Saturday for the Pawtucket Red Sox in a rehab start against the Durham Bulls. The rehab start was the Boston Red Sox right-hander's fourth overall but his first for Pawtucket and his longest to date. Smoltz threw 51 of 74 pitches for strikes, walked two and struck out three. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:40:30 GMT)

Marilyn Manson Recalls His Drug Addiction Days
Marilyn Manson was once so hooked on drugs, he broke down in tears when his tour manager refused to feed his habit. Earlier this week, Manson's former friend, Nine Inch Nails frontman Trent Reznor, branded the goth-rocker a "dopey clown" over his drink and drug addictions. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:11:24 GMT)

Boston RHP Smoltz tosses 6 innings in rehab start
John Smoltz allowed one hit and one run while pitching six innings Saturday for the Pawtucket Red Sox in a rehab start against the Durham Bulls. (Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:04:15 GMT)

Ryan Rowland-Smith of Seattle Mariners has rough rehab start
Left-hander Ryan Rowland-Smith may have to wait to make his season debut with the Seattle Mariners after a rough rehab start. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 20:22:47 GMT)

Rowland-Smith struggles in rehab stint
Rowland-Smith struggles in rehab stint (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:56:48 GMT)

Minnesota Twins Team Report
There's no hurry to make a decision, not with Glen Perkins scheduled to make another rehab start in Class A next Tuesday. But speculation has already begun over which pitcher loses his job in the starting rotation when Perkins is healthy again. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 10:14:08 GMT)

Jackson, Petit have scare in rehab BP
Jackson, Petit have scare in rehab BP (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:13:52 GMT)

Glavine says 'a couple' of teams have made inquiries
Tom Glavine says he still believes he can be an effective major league pitcher despite the Atlanta Braves' contention that his rehab was a failure. Glavine said Friday that "a couple" teams have expressed interest in him as a pitcher and others have called about consulting or other jobs. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:44:58 GMT)

John Smoltz slated for rehab start vs. Syracuse
Syracuse (WSYR-TV) - It looks like local baseball fans will be in for a treat next week. Twenty-year Major League veteran John Smoltz is expected to pitch on Thursday when the Pawtucket Red Sox visit Alliance Bank Stadium. Smoltz is on rehab, trying to work his way back to the big leagues from shoulder surgery. (Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:33:08 GMT)

Newport News drug court offers new beginning
NEWPORT NEWS — At the lowest point of her addiction to drugs, Tyra Gomes sold her body for 40 bucks. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:09:40 GMT)

Conman jailed after befriending lottery winner in rehab, plying him with drink - then fleecing him of £700,000
Conman jailed after befriending lottery winner in rehab, plying him with drink - then fleecing him of £700,000 (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 22:07:01 GMT)

Drug Czar To Redirect Efforts In Combatting Illegal Substances
(Washington, DC) -- Drug czar Gil Kerlikowske plans to scale back the rhetoric on the war on drugs and spend more treating addiction. However, he has made it clear there are no plans by the White House to consider legalizing marijuana. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 20:37:00 GMT)

CNN - Former Drug Addicts Find Fix In Triathlons
When Rehab And Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings Didn't Work For Eddie Freas, He Sought Another Way To Kick His 20-year Drug And Alcohol Addiction: He Turned To Extreme Exercise. It Began In 2007 After A Three-Day Binge. "I Came Home And Was Crying," Freas Said. "I Was So Depressed. I Turned On The TV." The Set Was Tuned To ESPN, Which Was Airing A Story About A Former Drug Addict Who Competed In ... (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:41:44 GMT)

Former drug addicts find new fixation on triathlons
When rehab and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings didn't work for Eddie Freas, he sought another way to kick his 20-year drug and alcohol addiction. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:35:05 GMT)

Man stabbed last night at Seattle rehab center
Police said an employee of a rehab center was stabbed last night when he confronted a man for drinking. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:22:36 GMT)

Susan Boyle checks out of rehab
SUSAN Boyle has left a private clinic after recovering from her nervous breakdown and plans to resume her singing career, it was revealed last night. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:00:00 GMT)

Rehab home of the home team
WALDWICK â€” The 6,000-square-foot room furnished with treatment tables, exercise bikes, elliptical machines and a treadmill has the jerseys of Patrick Ewing, Jason Kidd, Martin Brodeur and Gary Sheffield hanging on the walls. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 06:09:01 GMT)

Rehab Can Be Fun And Games
Rehab therapists are taking cues from childhood in creating tasks to help patients regain their movement and independence. They say it's a less-threatening way to get things started. (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:57:15 GMT)

Geary gearing up for rehab stint
Geary gearing up for rehab stint (Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:56:38 GMT)

Local Students Rehab Arrabers Wagons
A group of Baltimore high school students take time to rehab the carts used by Baltimore's famous arrabers. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:41:42 GMT)

Reid's son graduates from drug court program
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid's 24-year-old son, Britt Reid, has graduated from a drug court program. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:09:08 GMT)

Sex Addiction: Is It Really An Addiction?
Sex addiction is extremely controversial, with experts not even agreeing about whether it is a true addiction. Dr. Jon LaPook talked to doctors on both sides of the issue. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:30:04 GMT)

Dr. Jon LaPook: Sex Addiction: Is it Really an Addiction?
Some researchers hypothesize that sexual addiction, substance abuse, and gambling share neurochemical changes in the brain--underlying problems with brain wiring and nerve transmitters. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 19:02:56 GMT)

REYES' RETURN PUSHED BACK AFTER SETBACK IN REHAB GAME
PITTSBURGH -- The phrase "when it rains, it pours" applied to the snake-bitten Mets yesterday. The Mets learned Jose Reyes had suffered a setback with his ailing right calf and knee in Florida, hours before their game against the Pirates at PNC... (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:17:49 GMT)

In Both the U.S. and Mexico, we Must Advance not Retreat From Strategic Government Goals Regarding Drug Addiction and ...
The following is issued by Narconon International. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:30:00 GMT)

Celebrity rehab next for Dennis Rodman
Wondering what former Bad Boy Dennis Rodman is up to, nowadays? Rodman, a reality TV regular, will apparently try to clean himself up with the help of "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew" on VH1 sometime early next year, according to the cable network. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 09:34:20 GMT)

Rehab program offers variety of weight-loss options
An administrative assistant at Morristown Memorial Hospital's outpatient cardiac rehab program, Joyce Liberti had always been healthy and had no idea her health was suffering because of her weight. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 08:25:41 GMT)

Retired patrolman: Parents key to drug abuse prevention
It seems the old saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” holds true for drug use and addiction. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:06:06 GMT)

Britt Reid completes drug program
Britt Reid graduated last night.Eagles coach Andy Reid's 24-year-old son, who made headlines for his drug addiction and run-ins with the law, completed a 15-month treatment program at the Montgomery County Drug Court. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 06:30:00 GMT)

Matt Pinfield returns to VH1 and WRXP after rehab stint
Matt Pinfield, longtime VH1 jock and host of the morning show at WRXP (101.9 FM), declared, "It's great to be clean and sober" as he returned from rehab Wednesday. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMT)

Drug forum today in Buffalo Grove
A community forum focusing on drug abuse will be held at 7 p.m. today in Buffalo Grove. The forum, which is expected to last until 9 p.m., will be held at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive. (Thu, 04 Jun 2009 05:21:13 GMT)

Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew: Season 3 Cast Announced
Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew has announced it’s third season’s cast members. If you saw the most recent Celebrity Apprentice, you won’t be surprised to see Dennis Rodman’s face in this picture. Keep reading for full details on the upcoming season… According to the VH1 press release: VH1 has once again partnered with Dr. Drew Pinsky for [...] SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. ... (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:10:42 GMT)

Anti-Cocaine Drug Fails in Trial
A medication designed to fight cocaine addiction failed to show positive results in mid-stage clinical trials, sending shares of drug-maker Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners Inc. plunging, Reuters reported May 29. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:41:56 GMT)

Glavine in control in rehab outing
ROME, Ga. (AP) -- Billerica native Tom Glavine looks ready to return to the Atlanta Braves after another strong rehab start in the minors. The 305-game winner pitched six scoreless innings for Class A Rome in a South Atlantic League game against Augusta last night. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:52:24 GMT)

BISCUITS CRUMBS: Bradford plans trip home during rehab
Rays reliever Chad Bradford, who makes his Biscuits rehab debut with an inning tonight, is planning a side trip home after he throws Friday at Birmingham. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:14:54 GMT)

Sonoma drug addiction manager arrested on suspicion of DUI
Associated Press SEBASTOPOL ---- Sonoma County's head of drunken driving and drug addiction programs was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Friday. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:27:40 GMT)

Dennis Rodman joining 'Rehab' party
Dennis Rodman is getting back to reality. The tatted-out former NBA star was cast in the third season of VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, airing in early 2010. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:03:26 GMT)

Retired patrolman: Parents key to drug abuse prevention
It seems the old saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” holds true for drug use and addiction. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:55:41 GMT)

Drug court graduates survivors with bright futures
ELKO — When she entered Drug Court in November 2007, Tanya was by her own admission a “supreme addict,” but sobriety wasn’t the biggest hurdle on the road leading to her graduation from the program. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:40:01 GMT)

Woman gets drug treatment instead of jail time for larceny
LITCHFIELD — A Torrington woman thanked the court Tuesday for giving her a chance to get treatment for her drug addiction. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:30:09 GMT)

Addiction expert set for UW-Stout talk
MENOMONIE - A drug and addiction expert says the country is experiencing a growing problem with older adults addicted to pain killers. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:06:35 GMT)

Rehab Techniques Physical Therapy holds ribbon cutting
Michele T. Randall cuts a ceremonial ribbon Tuesday at Rehab Techniques Physical Therapy. Randall started the business in 2001 and ran it for Coosa Medical Group at 20 Riverbend Drive until January... (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 03:25:04 GMT)

Cabrera feels good in first rehab game
Cabrera feels good in first rehab game (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:20:38 GMT)

Glavine has another strong rehab outing
(AP) — ROME, Ga. - Tom Glavine looks ready to return to the Atlanta Braves after another strong rehab start in the minors. The 305-game winner pitched six scoreless innings for Class A Rome in a South Atlantic League game against Augusta on Tuesday night. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:12:38 GMT)

Atlanta Braves' Tom Glavine has another strong rehab start
Tom Glavine looks ready to return to the Atlanta Braves after another strong rehab start in the minors. (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:07:47 GMT)

Rowland-Smith set for last rehab start
Rowland-Smith set for last rehab start (Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:54:29 GMT)

Sonoma Drug Addiction Manager Arrested For DUI
Tom Newell, a supervisor in the Department of Health Services' drug and alcohol services division, was arrested Friday after authorities spotted him driving recklessly just west of Sebastopol. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:43:19 GMT)

Sonoma drug addiction manager arrested for DUI
SEBASTOPOL — Sonoma County's head of drunken driving and drug addiction programs has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:20:02 GMT)

Sonoma drug addiction manager arrested for DUI
Associated Press - June 2, 2009 5:04 PM ET SEBASTOPOL, Calif. (AP) - Sonoma County's head of drunken driving and drug addiction programs has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the... (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:19:03 GMT)

Kona rehab clinic to reopen under new ownership
REHAB at Kailua-Kona, the outpatient clinic of Honolulu-based Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, will close Friday. The clinic will reopen as Kona Rehab on June 15. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 20:32:28 GMT)

Drug dealer's appeal fails
A DRUG dealer who claimed that the heroin he was found with was to feed his own addiction came unstuck when only cocaine was found in his system, London's Court of Appeal heard today. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:06:39 GMT)

SuBo wails for cat in rehab
DISTRAUGHT Susan Boyle is wailing for her cat Pebbles who she speaks to on the phone while in rehab where she is still recovering from stress and exhaustion. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT)

Panel rejects drug testing Louisiana welfare recipients
An attempt to require drug testing of Louisiana welfare recipients is rejected amid complaints it would have unfairly targeted one group of people who receive state public assistance. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:23:36 GMT)

Retired patrolman: Parents key to drug abuse prevention
It seems the old saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” holds true for drug use and addiction. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:35:24 GMT)

New Clinical Director at Promises' West Los Angeles Campus Creating Robust Clinical Team to Enhance Addiction ...
Jason Levine, Ph.D. has developed a three-pronged approach to addiction treatment that includes a twelve-step foundation, relapse prevention, and group treatment for anxiety and depression. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT)

Guess Who Is Going To Celeb Rehab?
VH1 has once again partnered with Dr. Drew Pinsky for a third season of the hit reality series "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew." (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 06:25:51 GMT)

Tom Sizemore, Dennis Rodman and More Head to Rehab
Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew will be back for a third season on VH1 with a new group including Heidi Fleiss, Tom Sizemore and Dennis Rodman. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:44:19 GMT)

Drug testing for La. welfare recipients rejected; local lawmaker votes against
BATON ROUGE - An attempt to require drug testing of welfare recipients was rejected today by a House committee, amid complaints it would unfairly target one group of people who receive state public assistance. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:13:55 GMT)

Studies search for connection between addiction and brain
On the 12th floor of the Spencer W. Kimball Tower you won't find Dr. Frankenstein's infamous laboratory. But amid the sharp scalpels, dangling wires and Led Zeppelin blaring over the intercom, the BYU neuroscience lab does study the brain in efforts to discover drug and alcohol's effects on the mind. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:06:47 GMT)

Cabrera to begin rehab stint Tuesday
Cabrera to begin rehab stint Tuesday (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:26:38 GMT)

Drug testing for La. welfare recipients rejected
BATON ROUGE, La. -- An attempt to require drug testing of welfare recipients was rejected Monday by a House committee, amid complaints it would unfairly target one group of people who receive state public assistance. (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:24:43 GMT)

Duchscherer's rehab program stalls
Duchscherer's rehab program stalls (Tue, 02 Jun 2009 01:11:38 GMT)

TV Review: 'Celeb Rehab 3' cast officially set
VH1 has just announced the cast for the upcoming third season of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew Pinsky. The show will feature Mackenzie Phillips ( One Day At A Time ), Heidi Fleiss, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Rodman, country music star Mindy McCready, Lisa D’Amato ( America's Next Top Model ), Alice in Chains' Mike Starr, Joey Kovar ( Real World Hollywood ) and Playboy Playmate Kari Ann Peniche. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:01:54 GMT)

Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready Sign On for Celebrity Rehab
Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready and other stars are appearing on VH1's Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew, the network announced Monday. The two stars will take part in the series that chronicles the real-life experiences of celebrity patients undergoing detoxification and treatment at The Pasadena Recovery Center. See photos from other controversial reality shows. The former NBA player was booted... ... (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:50:39 GMT)

Sizemore checks into 'Celebrity Rehab'
LOS ANGELES, June 1 (UPI) -- Troubled actor Tom Sizemore has signed on to appear in the third season of the U.S. reality TV series "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew," sources told TMZ. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:48:14 GMT)

Smoltz again sharp in rehab start
John Smoltz had another strong rehab start, giving up one run over five innings with six strikeouts for Single-A Greenville. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:23:02 GMT)

Drug addict gets Asbo
A drug addict has been banned from Croydon for the second time after begging in the borough. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:04:48 GMT)

Smoltz sets pace for return in rehab start
(NECN/WLOS) - John Smoltz says he's on pace to pitch for the Red Sox later this month. Sunday he pitched five strong innings in his third rehab start. Smoltz allowed one run on four hits, while striking out six for the Single-A Greenville Drive. Next up for Smoltz is a rehab start with the Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:41:17 GMT)

Smoltz's latest rehab start a success
Smoltz's latest rehab start a success (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:11:38 GMT)

Women blaze ‘Write Path’ to inner healing
NEW HAVEN — Micki Balaban knew from the start that women in her creative writing class at Village of Power had endured tough times, battling homelessness, drug addiction and other demons. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:36:20 GMT)

Desert Oasis Recovery Drug, Alcohol and Gambling Treatment Center Announces Launch of New Compulsive Gambling ...
Desert Oasis Recovery, an Albuquerque-based In-Patient drug, alcohol and gambling addiction treatment center announced today the launch of a new compulsive gambling addiction treatment program. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Bonderman, Thames shines in rehab stints
Jeremy Bonderman threw eight shutout innings in another rehab start for Triple-A Toledo on Sunday. (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:22:20 GMT)

Boyle taken to rehab after breakdown
Singer Susan Boyle taken to rehab clinic Was exhausted and emotionally drained Boyle set to make $16m fortune Survey: Which celebs do you love and loathe (Mon, 01 Jun 2009 01:54:00 GMT)

Three Dead- Prescription Drug Overdose Suspected
The bizarre deaths of three young people launched a police investigation in Niagara Falls. Detectives suspect a prescription drug overdose and note its unusual to find three people in their 20s dead in the same place at the same time with no signs of trauma. (Sun, 31 May 2009 23:36:22 GMT)

Smoltz Records Six Strikeouts in Rehab Start
Red Sox pitcher John Smoltz looks strong and in command over five innings of work with the Class A Greenville Drive in a rehab start. (Sun, 31 May 2009 23:14:59 GMT)

Smoltz throws 5 strong innings in rehab
John Smoltz sat with a big smile on his face after his longest rehab start of the year, convinced it wouldn't be long before the former Cy Young winner was his old, lights-out self. "I don't think I'm far away," Smoltz said Sunday. "Today was more a familiar pitching that I thought I was capable of the last month, two months." Smoltz looked strong and in command over five innings of work with ... (Sun, 31 May 2009 22:21:03 GMT)

Smoltz strikes out 6 in minor league rehab start
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) -- John Smoltz had his longest and strongest outing of the season Sunday, working five innings in a rehab start for the Greenville Drive. (Sun, 31 May 2009 22:11:27 GMT)

Boston Red Sox's John Smoltz throws seven strong in latest rehab start
John Smoltz went five strong innings in his rehab start on Sunday. (Sun, 31 May 2009 22:07:46 GMT)

Oliver Perez takes a step backward in Triple-A rehab assignment
Oliver Perez, who awkwardly stumbled off the mound while fielding a grounder in Tuesday's start with Triple-A Buffalo, has been taken off his minor-league rehab assignment because of continued trouble with his right knee. (Sun, 31 May 2009 21:05:54 GMT)

One in 500 babies now born drug dependent
The number of babies born suffering from drug withdrawal symptoms has increased by 67% in the past 10 years, according to new figures obtained by The Independent on Sunday. (Sun, 31 May 2009 20:36:02 GMT)

Chili, wings kindle competition at Rehab fund-raiser
MANSFIELD -- Lovers of chili, chicken wings, beer and cover bands flocked to Snow Trails on Saturday for The Rehab Center's 23rd annual Chili and Hot Wings Cook-Off. (Sun, 31 May 2009 11:04:08 GMT)

Hafner suffers setback in rehab
Hafner suffers setback in rehab (Sun, 31 May 2009 02:16:59 GMT)

Clemens' gal pal Mindy McCready to appear on 'Celebrity Rehab'
Mindy McCready, who made headlines last year after she confirmed to the Daily News that she had a long-term affair with pitcher Roger Clemens, is scheduled to be part of a celebrity rehab TV show, according to several news outlets. (Sun, 31 May 2009 01:15:22 GMT)

Alice In Chains Starr, Dennis Rodman and More Going To Celeb Rehab
A top story from this week. former Alice In Chains bassist Mike Starr has been selected for the new season of Celebrity Rehab (Sun, 31 May 2009 01:03:57 GMT)

One in 500 babies now born drug dependent
The number of babies born suffering from drug withdrawal symptoms has increased by 67 per cent in the past 10 years, according to new figures obtained by The Independent on Sunday . (Sun, 31 May 2009 00:22:05 GMT)

In Ohio, a Growing Market for the Mexican Drug Trade
School officials and health care workers have grown concerned over rising reports of prescription drug and heroin abuse. (Sat, 30 May 2009 18:44:30 GMT)

Lowrie rehab progressing steadily
Lowrie rehab progressing steadily (Sat, 30 May 2009 18:41:48 GMT)

Perez has setback during rehab stint
Perez has setback during rehab stint (Sat, 30 May 2009 18:12:15 GMT)

Richie: 'rehab brought my parents back together'
Nicole Richie's stint in rehab did more than cure her addictions - the crisis also brought her warring parents back together. The socialite's adopted parents, singer Lionel Richie and mum Brenda, split in 1988 when she was aged five. (Sat, 30 May 2009 13:33:32 GMT)

Priest charged with beating patients at drug rehab centre
BELGRADE, Serbia (May 30, 2009) -- Police have filed torture charges against a Serbian Orthodox priest for beating a drug rehab patient with a shovel. The former head of the church-backed Crna Reka rehab centre in southern Serbia, Branislav Peranovic, has been removed from his position after a video broadcast on national television showed him swinging a shovel at a patient's lower back. An ... (Sat, 30 May 2009 13:15:56 GMT)

Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners Announces Top-Line Results Of CPP-109 Phase II Trial For Cocaine Addiction
Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPRX) announced top-line results from its U.S. Phase II clinical trial to treat cocaine addiction. (Sat, 30 May 2009 11:10:40 GMT)

Drug-Free Flipping Of The Brain's Addiction Switch
When someone becomes dependent on drugs or alcohol, the brain's pleasure center gets hijacked, disrupting the normal functioning of its reward circuitry. Researchers investigating this addiction "switch" have now implicated a naturally occurring protein, a dose of which allowed them to get rats hooked with no drugs at all. The research will be published Friday in the journal Science. (Sat, 30 May 2009 10:12:00 GMT)

Nicole Richie's rehab stint brought her parents together
London, May 30: American actress Nicole Richie is delighted that her rehab stint brought her warring parents back together. (Sat, 30 May 2009 09:46:07 GMT)

Richie checked into rehab with nicole
Lionel Richie was so determined to help his daughter Nicole overcome her drug addiction, he checked into rehab with her. The Commodores' star was relieved when the socialite checked into an Arizona medical facility in 2003 to face her substance abuse problems. (Sat, 30 May 2009 08:34:02 GMT)

Moroccan groups target teen tobacco, drug use
29 May 2009 Moroccan non-governmental organisations have come together to address the issue of tobacco and drug addiction among young people. Still, no progress can be made unless families play their part in the lives of their children. (Sat, 30 May 2009 06:21:35 GMT)

Nicole Richie Says "Rehab Brought My Parents Back Together"
Nicole Richie's stint in rehab did more than cure her addictions - the crisis also brought her warring parents back together. The socialite's adopted parents, singer Lionel Richie and mum Brenda, split in 1988 when she was aged five. (Sat, 30 May 2009 03:26:38 GMT)

Mets send IF Cora to Buffalo on rehab assignment
New York Mets reserve infielder Alex Cora has been sent to Triple-A Buffalo on a rehab assignment. (Fri, 29 May 2009 22:37:23 GMT)

Mets send IF Cora to Buffalo on rehab assignment
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) - New York Mets reserve infielder Alex Cora has been sent to AAA Buffalo on a rehab assignment. Cora, who joined the Bisons on Friday, was placed on the disabled list on May 18 because of a torn ligament in his right thumb. (Fri, 29 May 2009 22:36:02 GMT)

Mets send IF Cora to Buffalo on rehab assignment
Associated Press - May 29, 2009 6:23 PM ET BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) - New York Mets reserve infielder Alex Cora has been sent to AAA Buffalo on a rehab assignment. (Fri, 29 May 2009 22:26:23 GMT)

Mets' INF Alex Cora Joins Bisons on MLB Rehab Assignment
The Buffalo Bisons, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets, today announced that Mets INF Alex Cora has joined the team on a major league rehab assignment. (Fri, 29 May 2009 20:43:40 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal 'responding well' to drug treatment
Farrah Fawcett's troubled son Redmond O'Neal has been praised by a U.S. judge for making good progress in his battle against drug addiction. Redmond, whose father is actor Ryan O'Neal, is currently undergoing intensive drug treatment in a remote California prison, following his April arrest on charges of trying to smuggle drugs into another Los Angeles correctional facility. But he is making ... (Fri, 29 May 2009 16:07:18 GMT)

Catalyst plunges after addiction drug trial fails
Shares of Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners Inc. plunged Friday after the company reported an unsuccessful trial of a drug it is developing to treat cocaine addiction. (Fri, 29 May 2009 15:55:08 GMT)