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Drug and Alcohol Rehab News Jul 2007

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Notes: Lowe ready for rehab outings
Notes: Lowe ready for rehab outings (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 02:16:32 GMT)

Medford man says rehab "brother" bilked him
When Geoffrey MacMurdo met Anthony Giordano at a Smithtown physical rehabilitation center in 2005, he saw a New York City Fire Department lieutenant, injured on 9/11, who had "given up" on getting over a heart condition and "wouldn't even get out of his wheelchair." (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 03:06:05 GMT)

On the rebound from drug addiction, a day at a time
SOUTH KINGSTOWN — He was a high school All-American basketball player, was recruited to USC by O.J. Simpson, played professional basketball, was in the movie Airplane, and used the game to take him places he never could have imagined as one of 13 kids growing up without a father in Worcester. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 03:13:39 GMT)

Drug-free zones unfairly target blacks, critic say
The 400 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard, where four men stood on a recent Sunday beckoning passing cars, doesn't appear to enjoy special protection from drug crimes. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:27:10 GMT)

Notes: Lowe ready for rehab outings
Notes: Lowe ready for rehab outings (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:35:17 GMT)

Man cheated by fellow patient in rehab
A New York state man says a fellow patient at a physical rehabilitation center pretended to be his brother and cheated him of thousands of dollars. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 05:27:10 GMT)

Britney claims rehab wasn't needed
Britney Spears claims she never needed rehab. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 07:22:00 GMT)

Benoit took 'date-rape drug'
When authorities raided the Georgia home of wrestler Chris Benoit last week, they discovered a stockpile of anabolic steroids and prescription drugs, enough to spark the theory that Benoit descended into a violent "roid rage." (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 08:21:55 GMT)

New Drug Czar Visits Area
BENTONVILLE -- The state's new drug director is preparing for battle on all fronts, using her background in mental health to cultivate programs that compassionately address the illness of drug and alcohol addiction -- while devising a strategy to curb drug trafficking and manufacturing. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 09:28:37 GMT)

Open Drug Warfare Could Be Part of Europe's Panorama in Months to Come
While North America continues to represent the largest single consumer sector for drugs, cocaine seizures have been declining there since 1995. Meanwhile, the euro continues to rise against the dollar and is just one more incentive for drug traffickers to profit from a growing European drug market. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 09:55:18 GMT)

Rehab center offers kids nurturing setting
Tracey Clarke and her four-year-old daughter Riley feel "right at home" at the new Center for Children's Rehabilitation at the Beaumont Medical Center in West Bloomfield. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 11:07:03 GMT)

Britney Didn't Need Rehab
Spears claims she was forced into rehab and never had a problem. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:33:21 GMT)

'Nothing is magical'
The director of a national drug addiction program looks to his Baltimore base in his search for a model, but warns that there are no easy answers Victor Capoccia says he got into the drug treatment arena "sideways." (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 20:00:08 GMT)

Notes: Carpenter to make rehab start
Notes: Carpenter to make rehab start (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 20:20:35 GMT)

Unlocking the secrets of addiction
Drugs and alcohol are stunningly effective ways to have a nice day. So why does the pursuit of pleasure end in chronic misery for an unfortunate few? Adam Dudding investigates the mysteries of addiction - and the pitfalls of going straight. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 22:40:33 GMT)

Brooks to spend $4M to $6M to improve local rehab services
JACKSONVILLE -- Brooks Rehabilitation is planning to invest between $4 million and $6 million a year for the next few year in areas where the money will have the biggest impact on improving rehabilitative services in Northeast Florida. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 05:02:23 GMT)

Feds score against homegrown meth
Small, toxic methamphetamine labs that overwhelmed rural and suburban communities in the past several years are disappearing as ingredients to make the drug become more difficult to find, federal law enforcement agents say. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 05:46:07 GMT)

Britney claims she was 'forced' into rehab
Washington, July 2 (ANI): After staying in rehab for nearly a month, singer Britney Spears has claimed that she never had any drug or alcohol problem at all, and was pressurised to enter rehab facility. According to sources, the 'Toxic' singer has claimed that her mother Lynne Spears, soon-to-be ex husband Kevin Federline and then-manager Larry Rudolph deceived her by forcing her into ... (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:30:20 GMT)

Businessman tells of drug battle
A successful Perth businessman says he spent $18,000 on drugs in seven weeks before realising he was a junkie and reclaiming his life. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:44:31 GMT)

Cousins tipped to beat drugs
WEST Coast Eagles champion Ben Cousins would beat his drug addiction as he returned to training, says a former West Australian footy player who has beaten his own drug addiction. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:45:00 GMT)

Cousins offers to pay for rehab
The West Coast Eagles reveal Ben Cousins has taken a substantial pay cut. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:48:47 GMT)

Cousins takes pay cut to play again
BEN Cousins' three-month exile from the West Coast Eagles for an addiction to the potentially deadly drug "ice" ended today with a low-key training session at Subiaco Oval. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 08:15:16 GMT)

At last, rehab work will arrive at Grand
Downtown's busy Red Line station will get a pricey upgrade after years of delays The automated announcement "This is Grand" gets it only half right when CTA Red Line trains enter the Grand/State station downtown. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 11:54:06 GMT)

Drop in teenage drug use welcomed
A support agency for addicts says a drop in the number of teenagers using drugs needs to be built on. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:25:14 GMT)

Eagles don't want to further delay Cousins
WEST Coast feared Ben Cousins' rapid recovery from an addiction to the drug ice could have derailed if his return to football had been delayed any longer, club chief executive Trevor Nisbett said yesterday. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

Frazier Rehab opens Elizabethtown office
Frazier Rehab Institute has opened an outpatient location in Elizabethtown, Ky. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 17:25:36 GMT)

Roadrunner Rehab/Grant Insurance and Morris Funeral lead coed softball league
Two undefeated teams remain in the coed softball league at the Graham County Fairgrounds. Roadrunner Rehab/-Grant Insurance (6-0) and Morris Funeral (5-0) are at the head of the pack. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 18:47:53 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan Index Could Use Rehab
The starlet turns 21 on July 2. These stocks allow investors to capitalize on her celebrity. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 19:38:44 GMT)

Plaza owner wants 86 million in aid to help fund shopping center rehab
The owner of Northwest Plaza is asking for more than 80 million in public assistance to help make the landmark into a completely renovated, vibrant, modern shopping center. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 20:12:00 GMT)

Mexico to introduce drug testing in schools
Source: Reuters (Repeats to delete extraneous word in second paragraph) MONTERREY, Mexico, July 2 (Reuters) - Mexican students will take drug tests in schools as part of an effort to reduce narcotics use among ... (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:03:00 GMT)

Aboriginal people with heroin addiction are less likely to use methadone therapy
Aboriginal people who use heroin are less likely than their non-Aboriginal counterparts to use methadone maintenance therapy for treatment of their addiction, according to new research from British Columbia. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:04:32 GMT)

Prescription drugs big on black market in Collier
Nearly two dozen people were arrested in a drug bust in Collier County and a dozen of them were allegedly connected to the prescription drug trade. How serious is the problem of prescription drug addiction in Collier County? (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 22:09:45 GMT)

Monday morning, dozens of folks attended the opening ceremony for the West Central Regional Drug Court.
Through a collaborative effort of legal, mental health, educational, and social service professionals, Wood and Wirt Counties have teamed up to provide non-violent drug and alcohol offenders with comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation services, giving them an option that doesn't put them behind bars. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 22:22:59 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan Has Quiet Birthday in Rehab
Instead of the huge Sin City bash in a club she had been planning, Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 21st birthday in a starkly different atmosphere – rehab. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 22:30:11 GMT)

Mexico to introduce drug testing in schools
Mexican students will take drug tests in schools as part of an effort to reduce narcotics use among young people, President Felipe Calderon said Monday. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 23:25:59 GMT)

Mexico may begin drug testing in schools
President Felipe Calderon proposed Monday that Mexico test thousands of students in public schools for drugs as part of the nation's fight against drug trafficking. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 01:07:11 GMT)

Twice the time for 2nd man busted in drug sting
CONCORD – The second of two men arrested in a drug sting last year in Milford was sentenced Monday to six years in prison, twice what his partner got, prosecutors announced. ... - By ANDREW WOLFE Telegraph Staff (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 04:16:43 GMT)

Delegate has idea for drug settlement
A legislative leader is asking the Manchin administration to find ways to use some of a $44 million settlement from the maker of OxyContin to fund drug-abuse treatment and prevention programs. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 05:04:13 GMT)

Alou finally ready to step up rehab
DENVER -- In the small shuffle of the Mets' roster moves yesterday, there was sliver of good news with Moises Alou's prognosis. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 06:07:00 GMT)

Celeb-a-razzi: Another Spears headed to rehab?
Britney Spears and mom Lynne Spears are not on the best of terms. Well, it depends on which Spears you ask. Apparently, the pop-lette is keeping sons Sean Preston, 1, and Jayden James, 9 months, away from their grandmother because Spears alleges her mom is popping some major meds. When Britney was asked about this by a sea of reporters posted outside a sushi restaurant in California on Sunday, ... (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 06:23:31 GMT)

Out There: Rome couple venture rehab road together
Being in love can leave you breathless and make your heart pound. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 08:57:06 GMT)

Judy Fried celebrates 30 years with Nicasa
Through 30 years of work with Nicasa, Judy Fried has learned that the best hope for drug or alcohol addicts is prevention and intervention, before addiction gets hard-core. Fried is marking her third decade with the agency, and 25th year as the chief executive officer. In January, she will take a step back. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 09:06:18 GMT)

Mexican leader seeks drug tests
President Felipe Calderon proposed Monday that Mexico test thousands of public-school students for drugs as part of the fight against drug trafficking. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 09:14:01 GMT)

Robbie donates 1.5 million pounds to help his native people beat addiction
Washington, July 3 (ANI): Singer/songwriter Robbie Williams has reportedly donated 1.5 million pounds for the 'Give it Sum' charity. The 33-year-old had set the organisation in collaboration with Comic Relief, which aimed at helping drug and alcohol addicted young people in his home city Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs. The Grammy Award-nominated singer who himself has battled drug addiction, ... (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:28:19 GMT)

Lohan's "super low-key" 21st birthday in rehab
Washington, July 3 (ANI): Actress Lindsay Lohan had a quiet birthday celebration in Promises rehab on July 2, as the starlet turned 21. The Mean Girls star was seen enjoying a jogging session on the beach, taking a break from the facility. Of late, the actress has been showing signals of turning sober, as she was spotted drinking tea, diet coke at Chateau Marmont, during her furlough from the ... (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:28:51 GMT)

Shears Quit Drugs For Fame
SCISSOR SISTERS frontman JAKE SHEARS had to give up his drug addiction when the band finally found fame. The singer found it impossible juggling work (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 11:46:18 GMT)

Doherty avoids drug jail sentence
A judge warns the singer Pete Doherty to go into rehab or face being sentenced for his latest drug offences. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 11:52:38 GMT)

A mother’s reflection on addiction
Editor’s note: This story is the second part in an on-going series that will follow a participant in the Warrick County Drunk Driving/Drug Court. Due to federal law, the participant’s last name, as well as all those associated with him, will not be published. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:31:15 GMT)

Judge warns Pete Doherty: rehab or jail
Babyshambles singer narrowly avoids instant arrest after arriving for court hearing almost two and a half hours late. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:11:09 GMT)

Quiet 21st for Lindsay in rehab
Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 21st birthday in rehab with only her immediate family to keep her company. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:41:40 GMT)

PETE: REHAB OR JAIL
PETE Doherty was ordered into rehab today – and faces prison if he doesn’t go. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:47:19 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan celebrates 21st birthday in rehab
Lindsay Lohan celebrated her 21st birthday in rehab Monday. The 'Mean Girls' star's mother, Dina, and younger brothers and sister flew into Los Angeles to be with her on her birthday. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 15:17:14 GMT)

Doherty warned 'it's rehab or jail'
The singer Pete Doherty narrowly escaped jail when a judge decided to defer sentencing him for drugs offences on the condition that he goes into rehab to tackle his addiction. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 15:33:46 GMT)

Troubled pop star Doherty admits drug possession
British pop singer Pete Doherty pleaded guilty Tuesday to possessing crack cocaine and other drugs as well as two driving offences, after arriving chaotically late at a London court. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 15:37:42 GMT)

Urban reformer looks north to fight addiction
The MLA known for tackling aggressive panhandling and bullying in schools says he has found a solution to drug addiction far from the high-rises of his West End riding, and he’s on a whirlwind tour of B.C. to promote it. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:14:25 GMT)

Drug court undergoing changes
The organization of the Sevier County Drug Court has changed, but the mission remains the same. Central Utah Counseling Center is taking on the responsibility of all case management and urinalysis, functions formerly shared with the Sevier County Sheriff's Office. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:45:04 GMT)

Tragers donate $1 million to Frazier Rehab
The Frazier Rehab Institute has received a $1 million gift from the Bernard and Jean Trager family. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:59:26 GMT)

Trager family donates $1M to Frazier Rehab Institute
Jewish Hospital & St. Mary's HealthCare Inc.'s Frazier Rehab Institute has received a $1 million gift from the Bernard and Jean Trager family to support Frazier's recently expanded downtown facility. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 17:40:26 GMT)

Doherty Told Rehab Or Jail
LATEST: Singer PETE DOHERTY has been told he faces jail if he doesn't undergo rehab to tackle his addiction to drugs. The Babyshambles frontman plead (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 18:46:31 GMT)

Finnish Drug Offers New Strategy to Counter Problem Drinking
Problem drinkers who took a craving-curbing drug whenever they felt the desire to imbibe reported fewer heavy drinking days each month than drinkers who took a look-alike placebo pill, but both groups reported marked reductions in heavy drinking days. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 19:17:54 GMT)

Addicted to oil
They say the first step to overcoming an addiction is admitting the problem. America's dependence on oil is as dangerous to the country as any drug addiction, and Congress is in serious need of an intervention. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 23:56:00 GMT)

Notes: Carpenter makes rehab start
Notes: Carpenter makes rehab start (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:36:00 GMT)

Carpenter takes loss in rehab assignment
Ace Chris Carpenter began his rehab assignment with 1 1/3 innings, 32 pitches and the loss at Class A Palm Beach on Tuesday afternoon. Carpenter allowed five hits and five runs (three earned), while walking none and striking out two in the first of his rehab starts. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:30:25 GMT)

DOHERTY TOLD: JAIL OR REHAB
ROCKER Pete Doherty was ordered by a judge yesterday to go into rehab - or face jail. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:01:40 GMT)

Drug Court deemed a success
Sitting at the council table before a group of about 15 people, Judge Harold Erwin grins widely as he calls each person to sit before him. Holding a file in his hand, he asks each individual, "How's it going," and meekly they respond, "good." Welcome to drug court. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:48:54 GMT)

Pete Doherty gets a rehab or jail ultimatum
London, July 4 (ANI): Singer Pete Doherty has been given an ultimatum; that he will face jail if he doesn't undergo rehab to deal with his drug abuse. The Babyshambles frontman pleaded guilty to possessing quantities of crack cocaine, heroin, cannabis and ketamine as well as two driving offenses at a hearing in London on July 3. Judge Davinder Lachhar told Doherty that he would only steer ... (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:31:40 GMT)

State funding likely for drug court
TUNKHANNOCK — Plans for a drug court in Wyoming County are about to take a big step forward. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:16:13 GMT)

Pedro remains ahead of rehab schedule
DENVER — Pedro Martinez took a significant step in his rehab yesterday, throwing 50 pitches over three innings in a simulated game at the Mets' minor league complex at Port St. Lucie, Fla. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:30:40 GMT)

Singer Doherty told: Rehab or jail
SINGER Pete Doherty avoided an immediate jail term after a judge deferred sentencing him for drugs offences on condition he goes into rehab to tackle his addiction. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 09:41:53 GMT)

Pete Doherty ordered to enter rehab or face jail
Pete Doherty was ordered to enter rehab or face jail Tuesday. The troubled Babyshambles singer, who was more than two hours late arriving at West London Magistrates Court, pleaded guilty to possessing crack cocaine, heroin, cannabis and ketamine. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:01:13 GMT)

Just one cigarette can lead to addiction: study
Some youth show signs of addiction after inhaling just one cigarette, say U.S. researchers. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:54:15 GMT)

Judge orders Doherty to rehab
Pete Doherty has been ordered to enter rehab or face jail. The troubled Babyshambles singer, who was more than two hours late arriving at West London Magistrates Court, pleaded guilty to possessing crack cocaine, heroin, cannabis and ketamine. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:27:11 GMT)

Robbie donates to beat addiction
Singer/songwriter Robbie Williams has reportedly donated 1.5 million pounds for the 'Give it Sum' charity. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:28:49 GMT)

Notes: Humor part of Elarton's rehab
Notes: Humor part of Elarton's rehab (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:05:18 GMT)

Finnish Drug Offers New Strategy To Counter Problem Drinking
Problem drinkers who took a craving-curbing drug whenever they felt the desire to imbibe reported fewer heavy drinking days each month than drinkers who took a look-alike placebo pill, but both groups reported marked reductions in heavy drinking days. Those findings come from a study of 403 heavy drinkers in Finland, who took either a placebo or the drug nalmefene on an "as needed basis. [click ... (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:16:09 GMT)

New Media Lottery says record sales growth at Rehab, Ireland on profile surge
LONDON (Thomson Financial) - New Media Lottery Services PLC said it has generated record sales growth at RehabBingo.com, the site it manages and markets on behalf of Rehab Lotteries in Ireland, due to a growing profile on the back of its marketing initiatives. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:56:59 GMT)

Treating e-mail addiction with etiquette
One writer argues that improving e-mail manners makes more sense than trying to cure compulsions. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:54:46 GMT)

What to watch Tuesday
For those who may have tuned out before the end of the arc, tonight House (9 ET/PT, Fox) repeats the episode that ended the story in which Detective Tritter (David Morse) hounded House (Hugh Laurie) about his drug addiction. The medical case is a firefighter who can't cool off, but far more interesting is House in rehab and Cuddy on the witness stand. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:19:42 GMT)

Drug court has first graduate
Donovan Hogan graduated Tuesday morning, June 26 under the watchful eyes of family, friends, the recovery community, criminal justice system and drug treatment professionals. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:43:56 GMT)

Alcohol Abuse Is Hereditary
According to a study by the research group "Alcoholism and drug addiction", of the University of Granada (Universidad de Granada), although there are no specific reasons to become an alcoholic, many social, family, environmental, and genetic factors may contribute to its development. [click link for full article] (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 18:14:49 GMT)

Arrest Highlights Rx Drug Abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 20:29:23 GMT)

Arrest highlights Rx drug abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. College students use the stimulant Adderall, an attention deficit drug, to get a speedy high or pull all-nighters. The other drugs police say they found in Al Gore III's possession - marijuana, Xanax, Valium and Vicodin - also are campus favorites, experts say. "Al ... (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 20:51:22 GMT)

Arrest of Gore's Son Spotlights Prescription Drug Use
Drug abuse experts say the recent arrest of Al Gore's son spotlights the growing problem of prescription drug abuse by America's Youth. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 21:16:24 GMT)

Gore son's arrest puts spotlight on prescription drug abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son in California underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. College students use the stimulant Adderall, an attention deficit drug, to get a speedy high or pull all-nighters. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 22:16:00 GMT)

The Most Excellent Way
Pastor Elton Musick of Grace Baptist Church says his church is promoting a new program to help East Texans overcome drug addiction. The program is called "The Most Excellent Way" and is held every Tuesday from 7:30pm tp 8:30pm. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:50:38 GMT)

Gore arrest highlights Rx drug abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. College students use the stimulant Adderall, an attention deficit drug, to get a speedy high or pull all-nighters. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 06:09:06 GMT)

Malaysian woman still insists she wants to be Hindu after 6 months in Islamic rehab
AMuslim-born Malaysian woman who was held at an Islamic rehabilitation center for six months because she tried to live as a Hindu insisted Friday she will never return to her original faith. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 07:17:22 GMT)

Drug war leaders optimistic about drop in U.S. use
One war appears to be going well for the United States and its allies these days: the drug war. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 07:18:30 GMT)

Rehab for the reaper
Ben Kingsley plays vile gangsters so well, no one blinked when his character in Sexy Beast ended up in hell snarling at demons. Everyone just laughed. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 08:49:46 GMT)

Rehab kicks out DeWitt doctor
Dr. Harry Black, the DeWitt physician charged in June with felony counts of illegally prescribing narcotics, has been kicked out of a Pennsylvania rehabilitation facility a week after arriving. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 09:07:02 GMT)

MyFox Boston | Gore Arrest Highlights Rx Drug Abuse
By CARLA K. JOHNSON Associated Press Writer CHICAGO -- Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 09:57:53 GMT)

Big Girls Don’t Take Drugs
She might be one of the world’s biggest stars, but Fergie doesn’t take anything for granted. After overcoming an addiction to the drug crystal meth and getting her life back on track by joining the Black Eyed Peas, Fergie says she’s grateful but is still human and recognises her weaknesses. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:18:08 GMT)

Britney dating her rehab counsellor?
Britney is spending lots of time with her rehab counsellor, fuelling rumours they are dating. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:52:29 GMT)

Gore Son's Arrest Puts Spotlight On Prescription Drug Abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth, and they want parents to do something about it. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 11:40:03 GMT)

Gordon strong in first rehab outing
Tom Gordon threw one inning, allowing no runs while striking out one and walking one in his first rehabilitation start for the Clearwater Threshers Thursday night in Lakewood. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 12:12:01 GMT)

Gore arrest highlights prescription drug abuse
Drug abuse experts say the arrest of Al Gore's son underscores the growing problem of prescription drug abuse among America's youth. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 12:37:58 GMT)

Rehab package to revive 33 tea gardens; benefit 30k workers
New Delhi, July 6: The Rs 4,500-crore special purpose tea fund (SPTF) floated by the government is expected to revive 33 closed tea gardens which employs more than 30,000 workers. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 18:19:02 GMT)

Prescription Drug Abuse Hitting America Hard
The arrest of Al Gore's son is bringing national attention to a growing problem among young people. Some drug abuse experts say prescription drugs are now more common than marijuana and cocaine among high school and college students. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 22:46:04 GMT)

Rehab centre needed for abused wild animals
Battered and bruised, Malaysian wildlife is in dire need of sanctuary. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 23:35:17 GMT)

Mulder optimistic of return, Carpenter to make rehab start Sunday
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Mark Mulder exited his latest bullpen session on Friday optimistic he can help the St. Louis Cardinals' makeshift pitching staff at some point this season. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 00:22:34 GMT)

Stuart Ho retires from Rehab Hospital
Stuart Ho has retired as president and CEO of the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 00:46:29 GMT)

Notes: Rehab stint for Lidge
Notes: Rehab stint for Lidge (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 03:08:32 GMT)

Thunder may get Hughes for rehab
TRENTON -- Thunder fans, Yankees fans, and baseball fans in general might want to circle Saturday, July 14 on their calendars. If all goes as expected, that could mark the return of pitching phe nom Phil Hughes to Waterfront Park. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 04:15:09 GMT)

BRITNEY REHAB ROMANCE
BRITNEY Spears is romancing a recovering alcoholic who has been helping with her rehab. The pop star fell for counsellor John Sundahl after meeting him at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 04:18:01 GMT)

PATCO train fleet to undergo $180M rehab
The Delaware River Port Authority will spend $180 million over the next five years to rehab an aging PATCO rail system that has remained virtually untouched since the first Philadelphia-bound train rumbled along the Benjamin Franklin Bridge in 1969. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 07:05:29 GMT)

World's drug problem 'under control,' U.N. says
One war appears to be going well for the United States and its allies these days: the drug war. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 07:20:26 GMT)

Rehab is in fashion, but experts say it's a tough go
Hollywood stars and other famous people enter drug-abuse treatment programs almost weekly, it seems. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 08:07:47 GMT)

Is Britney dating a real estate tycoon she met in rehab?
London, July 7 (ANI): It seems that rumours about pop star Britney Spears dating real estate investor John Sundahl might be true after all. The 'Toxic singer was spotted going out on a romantic dinner date with Sundahl, who recently made their romance public, reports The Sun. Sundahl, a recovering alcoholic, said that his romance with Spears began after their meeting at an Alcoholics ... (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 08:30:48 GMT)

Mulder optimistic, Carp to make rehab start Sunday
Mark Mulder exited his latest bullpen session on Friday optimistic he can help the Cardinals' makeshift pitching staff at some point this season. Meanwhile, Chris Carpenter is scheduled to make his second rehab start on Sunday coming off surgery in May. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 08:52:24 GMT)

BRITNEY REHAB ROMANCE
BRITNEY Spears is romancing a recovering alcoholic who has been helping with her rehab. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 11:16:20 GMT)

Addict screams into the abyss
A BURNIE drug addict who has been screaming for help for six weeks says it's time the State Government got serious about addressing the state's growing drug-addiction problem. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 13:26:15 GMT)

Drug rehab crisis
TASMANIA'S drug rehabilitation system is in crisis with addicts unable to access treatment. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 13:26:25 GMT)

Addiction stories 07/08/07
• Second in a series of articles. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 13:42:02 GMT)

Winehouse Ditches Friends In Rehab Row
British singer AMY WINEHOUSE reportedly stormed out of a restaurant after ordering huge amounts of alcohol and ignoring her friends' attempts to encou (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 14:00:08 GMT)

Yanks' Karstens makes first start since leg injury
Yankees right-hander Jeff Karstens threw 3 1/3 scoreless innings Saturday in his first minor league rehab start since breaking his right leg two months ago. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 16:55:32 GMT)

Yankees' Karstens make first rehab start
New York Yankees right-hander Jeff Karstens threw 3 1/3 scoreless innings Saturday in his first minor league rehab start since breaking his right leg two months ago. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 17:08:11 GMT)

Robin Williams opens up on acting, rehab
In Robin Williams' latest film, License to Wed, the Oscar-winning actor plays an over-the-top pastor. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 21:51:11 GMT)

Tories highlight cannabis dangers in drug blueprint
The risks of cannabis are so great that it should be reclassified as a class B drug, says report. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 23:23:06 GMT)

Elton John speaks of drug addiction days
Pop icon Elton John has talked of his darkest days addicted to drugs and alcohol, on an interview with Andrew Denton to air on ABC TV on Monday. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:10:11 GMT)

Elton John on drug addiction, love and Donald Duck
SYDNEY - Pop icon Elton John has talked of his darkest days addicted to drugs and alcohol, his most outrageous outfits and being disgusted at himself for not being able to operate a washing machine. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:22:05 GMT)

Tories highlight cannabis dangers in drug blueprint
Health risks of cannabis so great it should now be reclassified as a class B drug, says David Cameron. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:59:40 GMT)

Tories highlight cannabis dangers in drug blueprint
The health risks of cannabis are so great that it should now be reclassified as a class B drug, carrying much greater penalties for possession and trafficking, says David Cameron's new blueprint for dealing with Britain's growing addiction problems. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 02:07:42 GMT)

Robin Williams opens up on acting, rehab
In Robin Williams' latest film, License to Wed, the Oscar-winning actor plays an over-the-top pastor who puts a young, ready-to-marry couple through an intrusive pre-wedding prep course. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 02:18:53 GMT)

Weems Community Mental Health Center expands alcohol and drug assessment services
Weems Community Mental Health Center now offers drug and alcohol assessments required by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Harry “Pat” Tucker was recently accredited as a Substance Abuse Professional by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC). (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 04:15:03 GMT)

Rehab clinic treating Ravenel known for celebrity clientele, upscale offerings
COLUMBIA -- Actor Michael Douglas has stayed there. So have former U.S. Rep. Mark Foley, golfer John Daly, actor Rob Lowe and singer Whitney Houston. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 06:12:55 GMT)

Neighbors oppose Hope Center group homes
Some residents who live near a proposed site where a Rutherford County ministry wants to build two group homes to treat adults recovering from drug addiction don't want the homes in their neighborhood. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 08:11:35 GMT)

Amy Winehouse's pals suggest her to enter rehab
London, July 8 (ANI): Amy Winehouse's old school friends have reportedly suggested her to check into rehab. The jazz singer met her pals at London's Mem and Laz restaurant on July 5, but was aghast when her friends asked her to ditch her wild behaviour by seeking treatment in any facility. "It turned serious pretty quickly. They were huddled around in deep conversation. At around ... (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 08:31:00 GMT)

Too little treatment, too many addicts
Increasing drug deaths in Alabama are part of a larger picture, one in which there is a proliferation of drugs and a lack of addiction treatment services, authorities said. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 08:42:35 GMT)

Blanco ready to start rehab assignment
PITTSBURGH -- The Cubs have faced several difficult roster decisions the last couple of weeks. They may soon have another tough choice to make in the near future. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 09:17:43 GMT)