Drug and Alcohol Rehab News Jun 2006

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Two former prosecutors avoid prison in drug case
Two former prosecutors — husband and wife — avoided prison Wednesday in the culmination of a lengthy drug case, prompting the attorney who prosecuted them to object to what he said was a light sentence. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 08:12:10 GMT)

Ronnie Wood enters rehab ahead of tour
Ronnie Wood has entered rehab again to try and kick his drinking before the Rolling Stones' summer tour. The move follows a recent return to his binge drinking thanks to a big 59th birthday party. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:12:46 GMT)

Mexico Lawmakers Work to Revive Drug Bill
Mexico Grapples With Wave of Drug Violence, Pressure From U.S. on How to Fight It (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:16:34 GMT)

Governor honors 2 women who beat drug habit
Two women, two difficult roads to recovery from drug addiction. Last week, that road led to a shared honor in Tallahassee. Susan Reid and Mary McQuillan were among the 13 people named Florida's outstanding drug court graduates during the eighth annual statewide drug summit. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:41:49 GMT)

Study Reveals Biochemical Signature Of Cocaine Craving In Humans
Using sophisticated brain-imaging techniques at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory, scientists from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Brookhaven Lab, and the University of Pennsylvania have uncovered the brain chemistry that underlies "cue-induced" craving in cocaine addicts. The work suggests new targets for medications aimed at treating addiction. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 16:14:58 GMT)

Rehab reports 'no threat to tour'
THE Rolling Stones say their tour starting in Italy next month will go ahead on schedule - despite reports that guitarist Ronnie Wood has been admitted to an alcohol rehab clinic. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 21:36:39 GMT)

Powerful Drug Stolen From Patients, Found On Street
While abuse of the painkiller OxyContin has been documented in the Tri-State, another drug used in medical facilities is being stolen and abused. (Thu, 15 Jun 2006 23:42:24 GMT)

Add gaming to addiction list
Like other addicts, gamers are often trying to escape personal problems. An addiction center is opening Europe's first detox clinic for game addicts, offering in-house treatment for people who can't leave their joysticks alone. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 01:56:29 GMT)

Wells' latest rehab start goes ... well
Wells' rehab start goes ... well (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 04:34:41 GMT)

Lawyer jailed on gun charges
Federal authorities want to keep Charleston attorney Dante di Trapano in jail until a trial on gun charges related to drug addiction, contending he could be a danger to the community. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 05:14:23 GMT)

Offers are music to rehab center's ears
FREMONT — The Fremont rehab center whose piano was sabotaged last week has been deluged with offers of replacement pianos and cash. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 10:08:58 GMT)

Deaths rise from addiction, misuse of painkiller patch
ST. LOUIS -- Justin Knox bit down on the bitter-tasting patch, instantly releasing three days' worth of a drug more powerful than morphine. He was dead before he even got to the hospital. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 10:20:51 GMT)

Treatment Gets Credit for Helping Cut Baltimore's Drug Death Rate
Increased availability of drug treatment has helped cause a decline in the drug-overdose rate in the city of Baltimore, the Washington Post reported June 9. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 13:27:07 GMT)

Former pimp, drug dealer to graduate from college
SEATTLE -- It took more than 30 years and an accidental drug overdose to return high school dropout Alfred White to the classroom after decades of working on the street as a pimp and drug dealer. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 14:57:53 GMT)

Gossip Roundup: Brandon Davis Removes His IV of Cocaine, Enters Rehab
• Brandon Davis checks into Malibu's Passages rehab center, not to be confused with Malibu's Promises rehab center. For $75,000 a month, they'll help Davis treat his addiction to firecrotches... (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 15:11:31 GMT)

Son steals from parents
It was a drug addiction that led a 40-year-old man to steal thousands of dollars from his parents while they were out of the country, a defence lawyer said Thursday. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 15:26:21 GMT)

Wells’ pitches on target in rehab start
ALTOONA — In his second minor league rehab start since surgery, Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Kip Wells was looking for more command of his pitches and better endurance in the late innings Thursday night at Blair County Ballpark. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 15:29:46 GMT)

Drug court marks 10 years
Former graduates attend ceremony On Thursday, 10 people graduated from the the Madison County Assessment and Treatment Alternative Court, also known as drug court. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:22:59 GMT)

Tim Layden: Dolphins amazed at pace of Culpepper's rehab
It's easy to read too much into a single play, a single game or, certainly, a single minicamp. Still, we forge ahead here. Last Saturday morning at the Miami Dolphins' practice facility in Davie, Fla., Daunte Culpepper did the following on two consecutive plays: scrambled and threw a 30-yard rope up the middle seam of the defense. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 18:40:17 GMT)

Bartons Ex Checks Into Rehab
MISCHA BARTON's ex-boyfriend BRANDON DAVIS has checked into rehab to battle his addiction to cocaine and alcohol. The socialite pal of PARIS HILTON's (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 19:06:49 GMT)

Principal, Security Properties Take Over $123M Multi-Family Rehab Project
Principal Real Estate Investors, a subsidiary of Principal Financial Group, has partnered with Security Properties Inc. on the $123 million purchase of the Creekside Meadows apartment complex in Tustin, Calif. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 20:12:58 GMT)

Mischa Barton's Ex Checks Into Rehab
Mischa Barton's ex-boyfriend Brandon Davis has checked into rehab to battle his addiction to cocaine and alcohol. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 20:14:17 GMT)

Ron Wood in rehab but will tour with Stones
Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood checked into a London rehabilitation clinic this week for treatment of alcohol abuse, but he will join the band for the start of its European tour next month as planned, a spokeswoman said on Friday. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 20:56:33 GMT)

Friday, June 15, 2006 News Summary
One "graduate" and five current residents of a local facility housing women battling drug addiction attended Thursday's Kiwanis Club of Carmi meeting. The Kiwanis Club announced a major incentive for entering a lighted float in this October's Corn Days parade--a $1,000 first-place award. (Fri, 16 Jun 2006 21:37:06 GMT)

Notes: Helling back from injury rehab
Notes: Helling back from injury rehab (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 00:44:54 GMT)

Scenes from Camp Paradise
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Clemens finishes strong in last rehab start
ROUND ROCK, Texas (AP) -- It was a rough start and solid finish for The Rocket. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 03:25:14 GMT)

CHILD OF 8 IN DRUGS REHAB ..AND ANOTHER 547 SCOTS SCHOOLKIDS GET TREATMENT
APRIMARY pupil had treatment for drug addiction at the age of just eight, it was revealed yesterday. The child is the youngest in Scotland to be put in rehab for drugs. But two nine-year-olds, two 10-year-olds and three 11-year-olds were among more than 500 under-16s who also had treatment. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 04:38:35 GMT)

Meth makers' suppliers targeted
STOCKTON - Mom-and-pop liquor stores in Stockton and Manteca accused of feeding San Joaquin County's methamphetamine addiction have become the latest target in a series of stings in ongoing efforts to stamp out the drug. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:05:11 GMT)

Spiritual growth supports man's drug recovery
The forgiveness and grace that Harold Shannon has found in his recovery from methamphetamine addiction redeem a lifetime of abuse, betrayal and bad decisions. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:30:30 GMT)

On television: 'Myths of Addiction'
Fact or fiction? Alcohol and drug addiction is: • A chronic illness. • A voluntary choice and a decision to behave a certain way. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 08:14:42 GMT)

Court sends Pickens away Billionaire's son to undergo drug treatment
Michael Pickens, who was found hiding in a Cornwall fly fishing shop Sunday night, was ordered by a U.S. District Court judge in New York on Friday to begin inpatient treatment for drug addiction at Pennsylvania and New Jersey facilities. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 09:14:33 GMT)

CHILD OF 8 IN DRUGS REHAB
A PRIMARY pupil had treatment for drug addiction at the age of just eight, it was revealed yesterday. The child is the youngest in Scotland to be put in rehab for drugs. But two nine-year-olds, two 10-year-olds and three 11-year-olds were among more than 500 under-16s who also had treatment. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 09:33:52 GMT)

Barton's ex checks into rehab
Mischa Barton's ex-boyfriend Brandon Davis has checked into rehab to battle his addiction to cocaine and alcohol. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 11:30:06 GMT)

Man pleads in drug-for-sex case
CHARLEVOIX — A man charged with both sex and drug crimes for allegedly trading pills for sexual favors pleaded to drug delivery charges. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 13:58:58 GMT)

Stones guitarist enters rehab
LONDON, June 17 (UPI) -- Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood is at an alcohol rehab clinic in London but will be ready when the band starts its European tour, it was reported Saturday. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 16:39:37 GMT)

For addicts, a long-term solution
Rustin Allen says his addiction to drugs started at age 9. That's when Rustin's teachers suggested to his parents that the rambunctious kid might need Ritalin. A few weeks later, after a short session with a pediatrician, he was diagnosed as having attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and they prescribed the drug. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 22:00:46 GMT)

Clinic for computer game addicts opens in Amsterdam
A private treatment centre for young computer game addicts has opened in Amsterdam, a last refuge for desperate parents who are willing to pay big money to wean their children off their virtual addiction. (Sat, 17 Jun 2006 22:18:18 GMT)

Treating drug addiction – a GP’s perspective
When I was a young child, I was fascinated with people who were addicted to opium. During those early days in Penang, we did not hear of morphine, pethidine, heroin or ganja addicts, only opium or “ah pian”. It was not unusual to see an opium addict using the opium pipe to smoke opium then. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 00:16:49 GMT)

Patterson 'comfortable' after rehab start
Patterson 'comfortable' after rehab start (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 03:18:50 GMT)

Rehab stint possible for reliever Politte
CINCINNATI — It was the first Cliff Politte had heard, but White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen said before Saturday's game that the relief pitcher might have a minor league rehab stint before rejoining the big-league club. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 08:22:13 GMT)

Jays pitcher sharp in rehab start with Fisher Cats
MANCHESTER - Torn loyalties? New Hampshire Fisher Cats starter A.J. Burnett drew rousing cheers from a record crowd as he mowed down opposing batters in the first game of Saturday’s doubleheader, but the knowledgeable baseball fan probably had to think twice before clapping. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 13:35:56 GMT)

Methadone deaths surge across state
Methadone, a drug long employed to treat drug addiction and increasingly prescribed to treat chronic pain, is now one of the most lethal narcotics in Florida. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 17:17:23 GMT)

Ramcar zaps rehab woes
AFTER YEARS OF a court-supervised workout, the Ramcar Group has finally wiped out all but P500 million of its P7.6-billion bank debts. (Sun, 18 Jun 2006 19:06:47 GMT)

War on drugs 'long lost' in Scotland
EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 18 (UPI) -- Drug enforcement officials in Edinburgh have sparked outrage by saying that Scotland's war on drugs is "long lost." (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 01:24:48 GMT)

New prisoner drug and alcohol addiction programmes
A third drug and alcohol treatment unit, at Christchurch Prison, spearheads several Corrections initiatives that will help prisoners with addiction problems, Corrections Minister Damien O’Connor says. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 01:39:02 GMT)

Drug Offers New Options For Leukemia Patients
Dasatinib, an experimental drug under development by Bristol-Myers Squibb, reverses the signs and symptoms of patients whose chronic myeloid leukemia has failed to respond to Gleevec, which is considered the standard of treatment for the disorder. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:14:48 GMT)

New Drug And Alcohol Unit Welcomed
New Zealand First law and order spokesperson Ron Mark has welcomed the announcement by the Corrections Minister of an additional drug and alcohol rehabilitation unit at Christchurch Prison. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:39:18 GMT)

Web site gives insight into drug addiction
Mice on drugs are providing new insight into drug addiction on the new Web site, "The New Science of Addiction: Genetics and the Brain." The site, created by the Genetic Science Learning Center at the U, includes interactive graphics explaining how drugs affect the brain, the roles of genetics and environment in addiction and challenges related to addiction. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 05:39:08 GMT)

Raptor Rehab
The car accident left him blind and with a broken leg. He stood on the side of the road as the lights of a second car pulled up. He was in a state of shock. He moved very little and made no noise. Two college-aged kids stood over the victim. Neither knew what to do. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 05:39:22 GMT)

Stroke changed career path, life
When Dr. Steven R. Edgley talks to his rehab patients about life after stroke and the ongoing battle to regain skills or learn new ways to do things, he speaks with a gentle authority that's hard-earned. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 06:16:14 GMT)

Homeless man saddled by addiction spurned help
Cellblock 4C in the Marion County Jail has a long, slender corridor where inmates can talk, play board games or watch television. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 06:50:15 GMT)

Houston’s Standout Drug Crime Defense Lawyer Wade Prasifka Launches New Website
One of Houston’s few lawyers keenly focused on defending you in drug offense situations is now making it even easier to get the help you need. Wade Prasifka is bringing his law office onto the Internet with www.houstondrugcrimelawyer.com where you can research his professional background, see the top five ways he can help you, and get the assistance you need to successfully defend your case. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 07:18:08 GMT)

Nady flies fast,lands on bench
Xavier Nady completed his rehab assignment late Saturday night and hopped the earliest morning flight to New York he could make yesterday. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 08:29:41 GMT)

Stones guitarist in rehab but will still tour
Although Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood has checked into a London rehabilitation clinic for treatment of alcohol abuse, he will still join the band for the start of their European tour next month. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 09:37:01 GMT)

Pete Doherty 'in rehab'
Pete Doherty has reportedly checked himself into rehab in Portugal in another attempt to beat drugs. The Babyshambles star made the decision to enter rehab himself and flew out to Portugal at the beginning of the week. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 11:28:24 GMT)

Online illegal drug sales up
(AP) - A study says illegal online sales are up for prescription drugs. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse says more Web sites are popping up, offering prescription medicines like OxyContin, Vicodin, Xanax and Ritalin. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 12:44:36 GMT)

Rolling Stones guitarist is at alcohol rehab
Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood is at an alcohol rehab clinic in London but will be ready when the band starts its European tour, according to United Press International. As BBC News notes, the 59-year old Ron had before problems with alcoholism. Wood’s publicist said he will be set when the Stones kick off the European leg of the 'A Bigger Bang' tour in Milan, Italy, June 11. Rolling Stones (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:51:53 GMT)

Court gets a taste of rehab course
They are used to giving out punishment – but now Wigan magistrates are getting a taste of their own medicine! (19/06/2006 15:05:45) (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:13:50 GMT)

Drug addiction focus of community discussion
RESIDENTS are invited to participate in an open discussion about treatment for drug addiction, at the Ballarat Town Hall tonight. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:48:04 GMT)

The new face of addiction
Britain is to get a new Class A drug, it was announced this week. Methylamphetamine, more commonly known as crystal meth, is to join the toughest category of illegal drugs after a recommendation by a government committee. Possessing it could soon land users in jail for seven years. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:58:32 GMT)

Stones' Ron Wood in rehab
LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) -- Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood checked into a London rehabilitation clinic this week for treatment of alcohol abuse, but he will join the band for the start of its European tour next month as planned, a spokeswoman said on Friday. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 15:18:40 GMT)

Illegal Internet Drug Sales Increasing
The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse says more websites are offering prescription medicines like OxyContin, Vicodin, Xanax, and Ritalin. Center chairman Joseph Califano says the government needs to tighten laws that regulate Internet sales of controlled drugs. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 15:41:51 GMT)

Addiction help for eight-year-old
An eight-year-old was the youngest child in Scotland to be treated for a drink or drug problem, figures show. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 15:56:49 GMT)

Blunt unveils coordinated downtown rehab approach
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Gov. Matt Blunt on Monday unveiled a new approach to make it easier and faster for cities to redevelop their downtown areas. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 17:25:29 GMT)

Pete Doherty Detained in Sweden
Pete Doherty Detained in Sweden Following a stint in rehab, the Babyshambles frontman is fined for having traces of cocaine in his blood. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 17:35:37 GMT)

Corps plans to rehab locks
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has scheduled a public hearing June 29 in Covington on the corps' proposed plan to improve Ohio River navigation by replacing and rehabilitating aging locks. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 18:49:15 GMT)

Doherty's Swede Relapse
Looks like that latest rehab didn't take. Just a week after announcing to the world he was going to give sobriety another go, Pete Doherty was arrested by Swedish police and found to have traces of cocaine and a tranquilizer in his bloodstream. The Babyshambles frontman was fined $1,900 and released without further charge. No word on whether the incident will affect his probation in England. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 19:39:38 GMT)

Ada Air Expo
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NWTH opens Pulmonary Rehab program
Good news for those who suffer from asthma, ephezema, and other lung diseases, as Northwest Texas Hospital celebrates the grand opening of the Pulmonary Rehab program Monday. (Mon, 19 Jun 2006 22:45:05 GMT)

Former Village People cop asks to enter drug rehab program
Victor Willis, the original policeman in the 1970s disco group The Village People, plans to ask a judge to approve his release into a residential drug rehabilitation program while he stands trial on charges stemming from his March arrest, the singer said Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 02:45:59 GMT)

Former Village People cop asks to enter drug rehab program
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. Victor Willis -- the original cop in The Village People -- says he plans to ask a judge to release him into a residential drug rehabilitation program while he stands trial on charges stemming from his March arrest. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 03:15:45 GMT)

Original Village People "cop" asks judge for rehab option
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — Victor Willis, the original policeman in the 1970s disco group The Village People, plans to ask a judge to approve his release into a residential drug rehabilitation program while he stands trial on charges stemming from his March arrest, the singer said Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 04:22:58 GMT)

Stranded animals find help through a local nonprofit
A major rain event disrupts lives throughout the Houston area Â? including furry and feathered ones. That's where Wildlife Rehab and Education steps in. "We get a ton of calls after a big rain," Sharon Schmalz, executive director of the nonprofit organization, said Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 05:40:51 GMT)

Lynn man heads to jail for 18 months for local housebreak spree
SALEM - A Lynn man who went on a six-week crime spree burglarizing homes in Lynn to feed his drug addiction will spend 18 months in jail before being placed on probation for another five years. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:25:42 GMT)

Former Village People cop asks to enter drug rehab program
Victor Willis, the original policeman in the 1970s disco group The Village People, plans to ask a judge to approve his release into a residential drug rehabilitation program while he stands trial on charges stemming from his March arrest, the singer said Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:46:01 GMT)

Oden's rehab could take 6 months
Greg Oden will miss the beginning of college basketball season if his rehabilitation from wrist surgery takes as long as expected. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:59:06 GMT)

Elbow pain dealsDotel's comeback a setback
PHILADELPHIA - When Octavio Dotel walked through the door of the visitors' clubhouse yesterday, several Yankees wondered if perhaps the reliever had been activated because his rehab from elbow surgery had gone so well. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 08:40:01 GMT)

Drug treatment policy changes draw criticism
Drug treatment advocates have gone on the offensive to prevent what they say is an imminent gutting of California's treatment-not-jail law. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:48:28 GMT)

Critics: Change to drug law an affront to voters
Drug treatment advocates have gone on the offensive to prevent what they say is an imminent gutting of California's treatment-not-jail law. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 10:07:07 GMT)

Governor unveils coordinated downtown rehab approach
Gov. Matt Blunt on Monday unveiled a new approach to make it easier and faster for cities to redevelop their downtown areas. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:02:28 GMT)

National Hyperbaric Rehab Center and Cirrus Health to Open Advanced Wound Care Departments at Two Premier Hospitals
SALT LAKE CITY----June 20, 2006--National Hyperbaric Rehab Center Inc. "NHRC" just completed preliminary talks with Cirrus Health of Trophy Club, Texas. The parties have agreed to move forward and examine the steps needed to prepare the contracts to open hospital departments at two of Cirrus Health's hospitals. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:15:00 GMT)

Bridgeport mayor won't quit over drug use
Mayor John M. Fabrizi admitted Tuesday he had abused cocaine while in office and said he wanted to apologize "to all the people of the city" but had no plans to resign. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 15:15:57 GMT)

Bridgeport Mayor Won't Quit Over Drug Use
Bridgeport Mayor Admits Using Cocaine While in Office, Offers Apology but No Plans to Resign (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 15:45:17 GMT)

Bridgeport Mayor Won't Quit Over Drug Use
Bridgeport Mayor Admits Using Cocaine While in Office, Offers Apology but No Plans to Resign (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 16:45:38 GMT)

Padres Pitchers to Rehab with Storm
Lake Elsinore, CA, June 20, 2006 - The San Diego Padres will be sending pitchers, Woody Williams and Doug Brocail, to rehab with the Lake Elsinore Storm, this week, in Rancho Cucamonga and Lake Elsinore. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:12:58 GMT)

Willingham To Rehab With Mudcats
Zebulon, NC --- The Florida Marlins have announced that former Carolina Mudcat Josh Willingham will begin a two-day major league rehab assignment beginning Tuesday night in Chattanooga. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:12:44 GMT)

US effort to rehab image falls short
Global wariness of America persists, despite US fence-mending efforts. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 20:32:45 GMT)

Conn. mayor won't quit over drug use
Mayor John M. Fabrizi admitted Tuesday he had abused cocaine while in office and said he wanted to apologize "to all the people of the city" but had no plans to resign. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:16:42 GMT)

Conn. Mayor Won't Quit Over Drug Use
Conn. Mayor Admits Using Cocaine While in Office, Offers Apology but No Plans to Resign (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:45:07 GMT)

'Village People' Cop Wants To Enter Drug Rehab
Victor Willis, the original policeman in the 1970s disco group The Village People, plans to ask a judge to approve his release into a residential drug rehabilitation program while he stands trial on charges stemming from his March arrest, the singer said Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:47:57 GMT)

Centre for drug addicts to be set up in Qatar
Doha: Qatar's authorities are planning to set up a rehabilitation centre for drug addicts, an official said here. The move coincides with the international day against drug abuse, which will be observed on Monday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:00:41 GMT)

Bridgeport mayor makes tearful apology
In a speech before about 200 city employees in City Council chambers Fabrizi said he had not used in drugs in 18 months and had sought help for drug addiction but wanted the handle the matter privately. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:25:33 GMT)

Drug Court clients strive to stay the clean course
Drug Court clients Ayla Nelson, Lacey Matthews, and Jason Carter. Hood River County Drug Court will celebrate its first anniversary in August and possibly graduate the first client by October. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:43:58 GMT)

‘Real tough love’ Drug Court tries to reach the root of abuse
Hood River County District Attorney John Sewell and Defense Attorney Jack Morris have abandoned their adversarial roles to join the drug court team. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:44:18 GMT)

The Trials of Addiction
Photo by RaeLynn Ricarte Jason Carter and Lacey Matthews are learning to enjoy life’s simple pleasures, such as a stroll in the countryside, during their recovery from meth addiction. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:44:58 GMT)

Lieber to make first rehab start Thursday
PHILADELPHIA -- Jon Lieber said he's ready to return to the mound. In the minors, at least. Lieber, the Phillies' right-hander, has been sidelined since May 29 with a strained left groin. He is scheduled to make his first rehab start Thursday in a rookie-level Gulf Coast League game in Clearwater, Fla. If all goes well, Lieber said he'll pitch five days later for Class A Clearwater. "I'm (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:52:50 GMT)

US effort to rehab image falls short
Global wariness of America persists, despite US fence-mending efforts. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:59:42 GMT)

Drug Rehab Center for Women in Jeddah Before Year-End
JEDDAH, 21 June 2006 — The Ministry of Health will open a rehab center for women drug addicts in Al-Amal Hospital here before the end of 2006, a hospital official said yesterday. (Tue, 20 Jun 2006 23:11:31 GMT)

U.S. effort to rehab image falls short
In Europe for two days, President Bush will lay out a full agenda on Iran, aid to Iraq, and farm subsidies in world trade. But he'll also confront a European public that has such a poor view of America that in some countries, the United States is seen as the biggest threat to global stability today surpassing Iran. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:09:25 GMT)

Conn. mayor won't quit over drug use
Mayor John M. Fabrizi admitted Tuesday he had abused cocaine while in office and said he wanted to apologize "to all the people of the city" but had no plans to resign. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 01:44:30 GMT)

TROUBLED ACTOR'S CAREER HAUNTED BY ADDICTION
CRAIG Charles has been hit by a series of drugs allegations and once admitted an out-of-control, cocaine-fuelled lifestyle. The actor claimed he had beaten his addiction but was exposed as drug pusher a few years later. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 04:47:18 GMT)

Lieber ready for rehab start
Jon Lieber will finally get his first rehab start on Thursday with the Phillies of the Gulf Coast League. Lieber hurt himself on May 29 when he strained his left groin fielding a ground ball against Washington. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 07:20:24 GMT)

US effort to rehab image falls short
Global wariness of America persists, despite US fence-mending efforts. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 07:34:50 GMT)

US effort to rehab image falls short
In Europe for two days, President Bush will lay out a full agenda on Iran, aid to Iraq, and farm subsidies in world trade. But he'll also confront a European public that has such a poor view of America that in some countries, the United States is seen as the biggest threat to global stability today – surpassing Iran. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 08:00:00 GMT)

Sentara seeks rehab unit in Lightfoot
The hospital system says patients shouldn't have to drive to Norfolk or Richmond for rehabilitation. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 08:05:12 GMT)

 LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND THE NHS TO BENEFIT FROM RECORD FUNDING FOR DRUG TREATMENT
Drug treatment services across the country will receive an extra £95.2m this year, the Public Health Minister Caroline Flint announced today. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 09:06:44 GMT)

06/21/06 Calendar
ADDICTION HELP — 6:30-7:30 p.m., Yakima Evangelical Church, 7901 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Fellowship and recovery for alcohol, drug, gambling or sex addictions. Call Keith Lamb, 965-5216 or 307-5204. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 09:28:38 GMT)

Proposed changes to law on drug treatment draw fire
Drug treatment advocates have gone on the offensive to prevent what they say is an imminent gutting of California's treatment-not-jail law. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 10:17:57 GMT)

Lieber starts rehab Thursday
PHILLIES NOTES - Jon Lieber is tentatively scheduled to make three rehab starts before returning to the Phils, but it may be just two or as many as four. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:26:54 GMT)

Meth drug use growing in county's urban areas
The use of the addictive drug has law enforcement officials worried that the scourge will get much worse in the county. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:35:44 GMT)

Getting better, Lieber is ready to begin rehab
Phillies right-hander Jon Lieber, out since May 30 with strained left groin, throws 40 pain-free pitches Tuesday and will start a rehab assignment Thursday in the Gulf Coast League. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 13:44:13 GMT)

Drug dealer hopes others learn lesson
AUBURN - A Cayuga County drug defendant said he hopes to help others avoid drug-dealing after his release from state prison. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 15:39:27 GMT)

Celtic Pharma Reports Preliminary Results of Phase 2 Clinical Trials With TA-CD, Cocaine Addiction Vaccine
Preliminary results from two Phase 2 studies of TA-CD, a novel immunotherapy vaccine for the treatment of cocaine addiction, sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse , were presented on June 16, 2006, and reviewed at a meeting in Scottsdale, AZ, of NIDA officials, a panel of drug addiction experts from leading US research institutions and the Celtic Pharma team. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 15:40:00 GMT)

Former Village People 'Cop' Wants Rehab
Former Village People 'Cop' Victor Willis Wants to Enter Drug Rehab Program (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 16:26:20 GMT)

Former Village People 'Cop' to Start Drug Rehab
Victor Edward Willis from the 1970s group The Village People said his attorney will ask the judge to approve his release into a drug rehab program. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 16:58:29 GMT)

Former Village People 'cop' wants rehab
Victor Willis, a member of the 1970s disco group The Village People, says the "nightmare of drug abuse" is being lifted from his life. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 17:17:24 GMT)

Franklin woman faces torture charges for infant's drug addiction
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. A Franklin County woman has been arrested after it was discovered her baby was born addicted to drugs. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:11:17 GMT)

Village People Cop Wants Rehab Time
LATEST: Shamed former VILLAGE PEOPLE star VICTOR WILLIS is asking for a stint in rehab as the hearing for his drug and false identification suit grows (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 19:50:54 GMT)

Conn. Mayor Admits Addiction Problems
Inadvertently "outed" by prosecutors investigating local drug dealers, Bridgeport, Conn., Mayor John M. Fabrizi acknowledged battling addictions to alcohol and cocaine since he took office in 2003, the New York Times reported June 20. (Wed, 21 Jun 2006 19:51:19 GMT)

A promising new treatment for drug addicts
A new way of treating methamphetamine and cocaine addiction is being used in Pierce County, and doctors are calling the preliminary results "stunning." (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:48:40 GMT)

Wolf gets hit hard in rehab start
READING, Pa. -- Philadelphia Phillies starter Randy Wolf gave up six runs and six hits in 3 2-3 inni... (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 02:00:05 GMT)

Wolf has tough outing in rehab start
Mike Rabelo sparked a pair of key innings as Erie rolled to a 9-3 road victory over Reading on Wednesday. Rabelo singled, doubled and scored twice as the SeaWolves roughed up Phillies left-hander Randy Wolf, who made his third rehab start since undergoing Tommy John surgery on July 1, 2005. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 03:48:00 GMT)

His mission: Rescuing people from addiction
Serena Sanders didn't believe the stories about the man taking people to detox. In her neighborhood, it's hard to be lieve who's telling the truth. She lives at Bradley Court, a Newark public housing complex known for its drug trade. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 04:42:48 GMT)

VILLAGE PEOPLE COP WANTS REHAB: Victor Willis wants judge to approve his release into treatment facility.
*Victor Willis, the troubled former frontman of The Village People, wants the judge at his upcoming pretrial hearing to approve his release into a residential drug rehab program. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 07:01:48 GMT)

Celtic Pharma Reports Preliminary Results Of Phase 2 Clinical Trials With TA-CD, Cocaine Addiction Vaccine
Preliminaryresults from two Phase 2 studies of TA-CD, a novel immunotherapy vaccinefor the treatment of cocaine addiction, sponsored by the National Instituteon Drug Abuse ("NIDA"), were presented on June 16, 2006, and reviewed at ameeting in Scottsdale, AZ, of NIDA officials, a panel of drug addictionexperts from leading US research institutions and the Celtic Pharma team. [click link for full (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 07:04:05 GMT)

THE CORRIE CRACKHEAD: I'LL DO REHAB
SHAMED Coronation Street star Craig Charles will go into drug rehab to save his job and marriage - after telling friends: "I'll do anything to get my life back on track." (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 07:04:32 GMT)

EXCLUSIVE: I'LL DO REHAB
SHAMED Corrie star Craig Charles will go into drug rehab to save his job and marriage. He told friends: "I'll do anything to get my life back on track." (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 08:19:46 GMT)

Substance addiction in med fraternity
Taranaki police are investigating a local doctor for stealing prescription opiates, so Close Up takes a look at the issue of drug and alcohol addiction in the medical fraternity. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 08:24:37 GMT)

Society 'culpable' for drug use
A drugs charity director says addiction should be seen as a symptom of society rather than a personal failing. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 11:51:17 GMT)

Drug Court Tries New, Untested Treatment
By M. Alexander Otto, The News Tribune, Tacoma, Wash. Jun. 22--Pierce County Drug Court is trying an experimental treatment for methamphetamine and cocaine addiction called Prometa, and so far, officials like what they see. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 13:15:58 GMT)

Unshackled: Released From Addiction - Part 1
In our series, Unshackled: Released From Addiction, we search for solutions to the epidemic. We begin with an examination of how new laws have impacted the problem. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 16:36:29 GMT)

San Diego P Williams looks good in rehab
San Diego right-hander Woody Williams began his rehabilitation assignment without allowing a hit in three innings of a Single-A game and is on target to rejoin the Padres by July 1. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 19:21:41 GMT)

UW Tests Tobacco Addiction Vaccine
MADISON, Wis. -- University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers are testing an experimental vaccine for nicotine addiction. The Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention is looking for 40 smokers who will test the vaccine that's designed to reduce the amount of nicotine that gets to the brain. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 19:40:48 GMT)

Sierra Leone: Nafado Chief Links Drug Addiction to Aids
President of the National Federation of Anti Drug Organization (NAFADO), Alhaji Alim Awoko Sesey Tuesday said drug addiction has been linked to HIV/AIDS. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 20:21:45 GMT)

Promising Data for Celtic Pharma's Drug Addiction Treatment
Celtic Pharma's novel immunotherapy vaccine for the treatment of cocaine addiction, TA-CD, has posted encouraging preliminary data in two phase II trials sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. (Thu, 22 Jun 2006 22:13:14 GMT)

Promising data for Celtic Pharma's drug addiction treatment
Celtic Pharmas novel immunotherapy vaccine for the treatment of cocaine addiction, TA-CD, has posted encouraging preliminary data in two phase II trials sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 01:16:05 GMT)

Heart rehab lifestyle nets government interest
Lifestyle changes can boost the health and well-being of heart patients, proponents of such programs have long said. Now Medicare has acknowledged that as well. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 06:51:46 GMT)

Lieber happy with minor league rehab start
Jon Lieber took a big step toward returning to the Phillies' rotation last night with three solid minor league innings in his first rehab start. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 07:08:47 GMT)

New York-Penn League good place for rehab starts
WILLIAMSPORT -- The State College Spikes last two starting pitchers don't fit the profile of a New York-Penn League player. First, Rhett Parrott and Donnie Smith are 26 and 23. Most NY-PL players are either 21 or 22. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 07:30:21 GMT)

Price is high, but so is promise of new ice addiction therapy
A new O'ahu treatment center for substance abuse began promoting an expensive new therapy for ice addiction yesterday that some doctors say could be a cure for one of the state's biggest problems. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 12:38:19 GMT)

Council to mull Horn Pond Plaza rehab requests
WOBURN - The owners of the Horn Pond Plaza proposed a wide-reaching overhaul of the shopping center by both creating an outdoor dining area near the Whole Foods supermarket and allowing a new cafe to establish a 110-seat eatery at the former Dress Barn store. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 16:03:19 GMT)

New license plate to fund vision rehab
Florida Gov. Jeb Bush today signed into law HB 281, creating a new specialty license plate that will raise money to aid Florida residents who are blind or are affected by low vision. (Fri, 23 Jun 2006 20:17:22 GMT)

Cubs to send Lee on brief rehab assignment
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Injured first baseman Derrek Lee of the Chicago Cubs was scheduled to leave Friday night for a rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Iowa. (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 00:15:55 GMT)

Cubs' Derrek Lee to play brief rehab stint
MINNEAPOLIS -- Injured first baseman Derrek Lee of the Chicago Cubs was scheduled to leave Friday ni... (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 01:00:15 GMT)

Stewart to start minor league rehab stint
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins sent injured left fielder Shannon Stewart on a rehabilitation assignment Friday night. (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 01:09:41 GMT)

Stewart to start minor league rehab trip
MINNEAPOLIS -- The Minnesota Twins sent injured left fielder Shannon Stewart on a rehabilitation ass... (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 01:45:25 GMT)

Dotel rehab will be shut down 10 days
NEW YORK -- Octavio Dotel will be shut down for 10 days to give the tendinitis in his surgically repaired right elbow a chance to ease up. The right-handed reliever believes he'll go to Tampa, Fla., in a couple of days but will only play catch and will not throw off a mound until the 10 days are up. (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 05:19:52 GMT)

Lee's rehab starts this weekend
MINNEAPOLIS – Injured first baseman Derrek Lee of the Cubs was scheduled to leave Friday night for a rehabilitation assignment with Class AAA Iowa. (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 07:49:07 GMT)

Lee heads to Iowa for rehab
MINNEAPOLIS — Derrek Lee took two long batting practice sessions and some grounders at the Metrodome on Friday afternoon, then boarded a plane bound for Des Moines, Iowa. (Sat, 24 Jun 2006 08:20:09 GMT)

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