Addiction Recovery News 04/2007 (Page 2)

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Davenport Alderman Ron Van Fossen returned Monday from an alcohol-treatment program dry, a little more fit and weaned from about two-and-a-half packs of cigarettes a day to about three-quarters of a pack, he said Tuesday. (Apr 4, 2007)

Forget the swimming pools and basketball courts and community centers. When surveys ask Americans what they want most in their parks, the No. 1 answer is always good trails for hiking and biking. (Apr 4, 2007)

COLUMBIA -- Arik Hempyʼs rehab from Tommy John surgery is over. The 6-foot-4, 240-pound junior left-hander is clear to crank it up tonight when the University of South Carolina takes on Furman at Sarge Frye Field. (Apr 4, 2007)

The men who died were being cared for in residential rehab or emergency housing. Several may have OD'd. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is looking into an unusual series of deaths — five in three months — among men in residential rehabilitation programs or emergency housing at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, officials said. (Apr 4, 2007)

What can Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Randy Johnson take from his rehab outing Tuesday at Tucson Electric Park? (Apr 4, 2007)

Jennifer Bennett Goodall - who fought a drug addiction and became an anti-narcotics spokeswoman - died on her wedding night from a drug designed to keep her sober, police said Tuesday. Goodall died Dec. 24 from "acute methadone toxicity," said Salt Lake City police spokesman Jeff Bedard. That finding was made by a medical examiner who also labeled her death a case of prescription abuse, ... (Apr 4, 2007)

ROCK ISLAND, Illinois -- New construction on Rock Island's west side will soon give hope and help to women struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. (Apr 4, 2007)

WHICH aging movie/TV actress has a son just released from the swanky Sierra Tucson rehab clinic where he was treated for depression? . . . WHICH bejeweled social climber will do anything to associate her name with A-list actresses, even create bogus... (Apr 4, 2007)

Today Arche Wellness announced that its state-of-the-art drug and alcohol treatment facility will open its doors later this month. Serving individuals throughout the state of Pennsylvania, the licensed rehabilitation center will provide comprehensive treatment programs for those struggling with addiction, and is the first of its kind in the state. (Apr 4, 2007)

The Kansas City Royals have selected Walton Construction Co. of Kansas City and Hunt Construction of Indianapolis to manage the $250 million renovation of Kauffman Stadium. (Apr 4, 2007)

If you’re reading this article on the Internet, you may have exposed yourself to something that is potentially addictive. According to some in the medical and psychological professional world, Internet addiction is a real and growing danger. (Apr 4, 2007)

Britney Spears' haircut and rehab stay has inspired an upcoming episode of "CSI: Miami." "Grindhouse" star Rose McGowan is rooting for "American Idol" 's 'horrible' Sanjaya. "Spider-Man 3" will premiere in Queens, New York. (Apr 4, 2007)

Three Harrison County bridges may be restored under the Indiana Transportation Enhancement (TE) Program, if the county's funding applications are approved by transportation officials. (Apr 4, 2007)

Now that Britney Spears is back from rehab, work on her next album is set to continue with music producer Sean Garrett. (Apr 4, 2007)

The following statement is an opinion of Joseph A. Califano, Jr. Chairman and President of The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University: (Apr 4, 2007)

Amy Winehouse bashes critics with a bottle ... and a lot of talent Betta Listen... By Grant Britt.They tried to make her go to rehab, she tells us in her hit YouTube clip "Rehab," but she said no, no, no. It's not Ronnie Spector on a downward spiral in a last ditch effort at regaining stardom, although there's a heavy handed helping of both her and ex hubby Phil in the mix. The protestor in ... (Apr 4, 2007)

Britney Spears has fallen for another musical bad boy and is now dating singer/songwriter Howie Day after meeting him in rehab. (Apr 4, 2007)

City officials are hoping to reclaim a piece of property in downtown Hope with the help of a state grant. The issue was among the topics discussed at Tuesday's meeting of the Hope City Board of Directors. (Apr 4, 2007)

When it comes to the Recovery Kentucky drug rehab center, "hope springs eternal" for Donna Penrose, executive director for Comprehend, Inc. (Apr 4, 2007)

Crackdowns on methamphetamine ingredients have reduced the number of meth labs in the nation's heartland, but demand for the drug has not gone away. Mexican traffickers are now supplying purer "ice" meth that leads to quicker addiction and more violence. (Apr 4, 2007)

Crackdowns on methamphetamine ingredients have reduced the number of meth labs in the nation's heartland, but demand for the drug has not gone away. Mexican traffickers are now supplying purer "ice" meth that leads to quicker addiction and more violence. (Apr 4, 2007)

A new study finds that theatrical drama is an educational tool in the fight against drug addiction and abuse. (Apr 5, 2007)

The Center for Vocational Rehabilitation, 15 Meridian Way, Eatontown, will host a job fair April 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free fair is for the public. Participating employers include Commerce Bank, ShopRite, Amboy National Bank, Foodtown and others. Cosponsors are the Monmouth County Workforce Investment Board, Ladacin, and The United Way of Monmouth County. (Apr 5, 2007)

The new property owners of Rock Butte Apartments, formerly known as Sundance Apartments, have made great strides in providing safe and affordable housing in Green River. (Apr 5, 2007)

Amy Rose Kelleher Stover, 79, of Tallahassee, Fla., a Clarion native and former Oil City resident, died Thursday, March 29, 2007, in Centre Pointe Health & Rehab in Tallahassee. (Apr 5, 2007)

Davenport- Davenport councilman Ron VanFossen attended his first city council meeting Wednesday night since returning from a 28 stay at alcohol rehab. (Apr 5, 2007)

On Saturday, March 31, The HBO documentary on addiction will be shown at the Bozeman Public Library main conference room at 2:30 p.m. (Apr 5, 2007)

In the past five years, a national drug survey report shows prescription drug abuse is up 40-percent among Kansas teens. Also, from 1999 to 2005, treatment for pain killer addiction increased 185-percent in our state. (Apr 5, 2007)

Josh Hamilton was the No. 1 pick in the 1999 draft, but a descent into drug addiction placed him on the outside looking in. It's been a long, tough road, but the outfielder is cleaned up and member of the '07 Reds, Scott Miller says. (Apr 5, 2007)

An increased emphasis on the brain's role in addiction leads to a better understanding of how to treat alcohol dependence with medication and other new therapies. Roberta Jewell introduced a multi-faceted approach in her book, My Way Out, which now celebrates its Two Year Anniversary. (Apr 5, 2007)

Out-of-rehab Britney Spears had a meeting recently at the William Morris Agency, the firm that helps steer her languishing career. TMZ.com reported she met with a number of agents about remapping her career. Hopefully everyone had their underwear on. (Apr 5, 2007)

WYCKOFF -- For 44 years, children have yanked open the dark-wood cabinets in Eisenhower Middle School's home economics kitchenettes and slammed them shut. (Apr 5, 2007)

An increased emphasis on the brain's role in addiction leads to a better understanding of how to treat alcohol dependence with medication and other new therapies. Roberta Jewell introduced a multi-faceted approach in her book, My Way Out, which now celebrates its Two Year Anniversary. (PRWeb Apr 5, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: ... (Apr 5, 2007)

Looks like Britney Spears has already rebounded. The detoxed “Toxic” star is dating musician Howie Day, according to the new issue of Life & Style. (Apr 5, 2007)

Anybody driving past JoAnn Nichols' Old North End home, a splash of color on an otherwise cheerless stretch of road, would be unlikely to guess what lies inside. (Apr 5, 2007)

Davenport- Davenport councilman Ron VanFossen attended his first city council meeting Wednesday night since returning from a 28 stay at alcohol rehab. (Apr 5, 2007)

SEATTLE — The A's received a dose of good news on the injury front Wednesday when they learned that first baseman Dan Johnson will not require surgery to repair the torn labrum in his left hip. (Apr 5, 2007)

By LYNN JOLLY FAMILIES torn apart by heroin are to get more help, it was revealed yesterday. A national network of support groups will be set up for people whose loved ones are addicts. The move is part of a report from the National Advisory Committee On Drugs. (Apr 5, 2007)

Washington, Apr 5 (ANI): A new study found that theatrical drama is a helpful educational tool in the fight against drug addiction and abuse. The research was conducted by researchers at the North Carolina Central University (NCCU) led by Allyn Howlett and graduate student Aileen Stephens-Hernandez. The research followed the staging of the play Tunnels - a series of six vignettes depicting the ... (Apr 5, 2007)

Britney Spears has fallen for another musical bad boy and is now dating singer/songwriter Howie Day after meeting him in rehab. The singer is planning to go public with her latest romance this summer when she takes Day, who is still in rehab, to her cousin Erin's wedding. (Apr 5, 2007)

The new property owners of Rock Butte Apartments, formerly known as Sundance Apartments, have made great strides in providing safe and affordable housing in Green River. (Apr 5, 2007)

The city of Sleepy Eye was notified March 23 that it will be receiving $375,000 as part of a federal block grant to rehabilitate old homes and businesses. (Apr 5, 2007)

An autopsy found a 25-year-old bride who visited state schools to discourage youth drug abuse died from acute methadone toxicity, police said. (Apr 5, 2007)

Mrs. Debra Lynn Hart, age 42, of Macclenny, FL. died Sunday April 1, 2007 in Macclenny Nursing and Rehab. She was born on April 8, 1964 in Vidalia, Ga. (Apr 5, 2007)

In the 1980s and '90s, more than a million people in the United States were arrested each year on drug charges. Most went to prison. Now hundreds of thousands of inmates are returning to their neighborhoods, and many communities are collapsing under the burden. (Apr 6, 2007)

All Things Considered , April 5, 2007 · In the 1980s and '90s, more than 1 million people in the United States were arrested each year on drug charges. Most went to prison. And for years, that's where they stayed… until now. (Apr 6, 2007)

Let's face it. Addicts can be assholes. Statistics suggest most crime of all kinds is committed by drunks and drug addicts. And crime makes headlines, even if lots of addicts are nonviolent, noncriminal, navel-gazers - or occasionally superstars . The worst you can say about most former addicts is that they can be chatty and self-absorbed. Why should a past addiction define your life? Still, ... (Apr 6, 2007)

A new study finds that theatrical drama is an educational tool in the fight against drug addiction and abuse. Research shows that after watching the play "Tunnels" -- a series of six vignettes depicting the effects of alcohol and drug abuse -- over half of the audience left the theatre wanting to get involved directly in drug and alcohol prevention in their homes and communities. (Apr 6, 2007)

On Saturday, March 31, The HBO documentary on addiction will be shown at the Bozeman Public Library main conference room at 2:30 p.m. (Apr 6, 2007)

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. -- Los Angeles Angels right-hander Bartolo Colon pitched four scoreless innings for Class-A Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday night while working his way back from a torn rotator cuff that sidelined him for the final two mont... (Apr 6, 2007)

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