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Schilling fans 6 in 3 scoreless rehab innings
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) -- Curt Schilling pitched three scoreless innings in a minor league rehab outing for Triple-A Pawtucket on Saturday, striking out six -- including Mark Bellhorn, a teammate from Boston's 2004 World Series championship team. (Sat, 21 Jul 2007 23:48:52 GMT)

Tammy Faye Messner dies
Tammy Faye Messner, the former televangelist and Christian singer who battled drug addiction and later inoperable cancer, died Friday morning, according to CNN's Larry King on Saturday night. He said the family had asked him to make the delayed announcement. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 01:22:41 GMT)

Drug Maker To Pay Millions For Misleading Consumers
The company that makes the pain killer oxycontin has been ordered to pay more than $630 million in fines for misbranding the drug, and misleading the public about its dangers. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 02:23:04 GMT)

Schilling Looks Strong In Rehab Stint
Curt Schilling pitched three scoreless innings in a minor league rehab outing for Triple-A Pawtucket on Saturday, striking out six -- including Mark Bellhorn, a teammate from Boston's 2004 World Series championship team. Read Dan Roche's Red Sox Blog More Boston Sports News (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 03:03:00 GMT)

Australia in legal drug abuse crisis
Nearly half a million Australians are abusing prescription drugs, a leading drug specialist claims. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 03:09:12 GMT)

Schilling off to a good rehab start
PAWTUCKET — A short time after his first rehab start with the Pawtucket Red Sox yesterday, Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling said he felt a bit awkward on the mound. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 03:38:12 GMT)

Tammy Faye Messner dies
Tammy Faye Messner, the former televangelist and Christian singer who battled drug addiction and later inoperable cancer, died Friday morning, CNN's Larry King said Saturday night. He said the family had asked him to make the delayed announcement. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 03:40:21 GMT)

Punishing OxyContin's Maker
Acrowd of people march to raise awareness about the abuse of Oxycontin in Abingdon, Va., where three current and former executives of the drug's maker were to be sentenced for misleading the public about its risk of addiction. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 04:12:56 GMT)

Audit: Idaho drug efforts improve
At the end of 2005, state auditors said Idaho's drug-fighting efforts were a disorganized and ineffective mess. After two legislative sessions and the efforts of two governors, things are improving. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 06:11:37 GMT)

Schilling aces rehab work
PAWTUCKET, R.I. -- Curt Schilling's pitching arm was wrapped so that it hugged his body as he answered questions about his rehab start last night with Pawtucket. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 06:58:10 GMT)

Schilling pitches 3 innings in rehab assignment
Notebook Schilling pitches 3 innings in rehab assignment Curt Schilling pitched three scoreless innings in a minor league rehab outing for Class AAA Pawtucket Saturday, striking out six -- including Mark Bellhorn , a teammate from Boston's 2004 World Series championship team.Schilling allowed two hits, walked none and threw 32 of his 40 pitches for strikes, hitting 94 mph on the radar ... (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:20:05 GMT)

Lohan boozed in rehab
London, July 22 (ANI): It seems that hell-raising actress Lindsay Lohan got back to her boozing ways while still undergoing treatment in rehab for the second time. The actress guzzled vodka and 'Red Bull' energy drink secretly during her 21st birthday in Promises rehab. Following the incident, furious rehab staff ordered the starlet to wear an alcohol-monitoring bracelet. "Lindsay ... (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:30:42 GMT)

Schilling does fine in first rehab start
BOSTON - Good news came to the Boston Red Sox yesterday from Pawtucket, where Curt Schilling gave a strong performance in his first rehab start since going on the disabled list June 22 with tendinitis in his right shoulder. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 09:00:54 GMT)

Grinspoon frontman tells of ice addiction
GRINSPOON frontman Phil Jamieson has spoken of the depths of his ice addiction, including stealing money from his bandmates and the realisation he had become a junkie. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

Drug addicts may lose kids
CHILDREN of drug addicts would be removed from their parents and adopted out under a dramatic plan being promoted by a high-profile Howard Government MP. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

Grinspoon star's ice addiction
GRINSPOON frontman Phil Jamieson has spoken of the depths of his ice addiction, including stealing money from his bandmates and realising he was a junkie. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

Schilling feels good about his rehab outing
Curt Schilling smiles at 2004 World Series teammate Mark Bellhorn during Sunday's rehab assignment in Pawtucket. ASSOCIATED PRESS PAWTUCKET – Curt Schilling pitched three scoreless innings in a minor league rehab outing for Triple-A Pawtucket on Saturday, striking out six, including Mark Bellhorn, a teammate from Boston’s 2004 World Series championship team. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 15:18:03 GMT)

Grinspoon frontman tells of 'ice' addiction
Phil Jamieson, frontman of Australian rock band Grinspoon, has spoken candidly about his addiction to crystal methamphetamine. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 15:33:57 GMT)

Lohan in nude rehab shock
Lindsay Lohan allegedly amused herself in rehab by wandering around naked to shock male patients and staff. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 17:04:02 GMT)

'I stole from band to fund habit'
Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson speaks of the depths of his drug addiction. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:09:12 GMT)

Kerry Wood to Join Chiefs on Rehab
PEORIA, IL-The Peoria Chiefs in conjunction with the Chicago Cubs have announced that Cubs right-hander Kerry Wood will rehab with the Chiefs Tuesday night at O'Brien Field against the Fort Wayne Wizards at 7:00 PM. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:15:29 GMT)

Grinspoon rocker talks of ice addiction
Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson has spoken of the depths of his ice addiction, including stealing money from his bandmates. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 22:23:11 GMT)

Take kids away from drug-addicted parents: Bishop
Liberal MP Bronwyn Bishop is calling for more children of drug addicts to be permanently removed from their parents and offered for adoption. (Sun, 22 Jul 2007 22:34:15 GMT)

Grinspoon rocker talks of ice addiction
Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson has spoken of the depths of his ice addiction, including stealing money from his bandmates and the realisation he had become "a junkie". (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:03:54 GMT)

Peer Pressure Cited As Cause Of Drug Abuse
Bandar Seri Begawan - Having the willpower to resist is important in trying to prevent and overcome drug addiction and abuse. Considering and weighing the consequences on the user and those around him is also vital. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:43:25 GMT)

Wood to rehab in Peoria on Tuesday
Chicago Cub pitcher Kerry Wood will make a rehab assignment for the Peoria Chiefs when they host Fort Wayne at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 01:39:57 GMT)

Unit to throw 2 innings in rehab
CHICAGO - Randy Johnson will take another significant step in his latest rehab on Tuesday when he is scheduled to throw two innings in a simulated game. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:42:14 GMT)

Heartland Care and Rehab roots for Cardinals at the ball game
It was a big night out for Heartland Care and Rehab when the 35 residents and staff attended a St. Louis Cardinals game July 2. Residents and staff have attended games for the past 12 years, but this... (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 05:14:24 GMT)

Lohan boozed in rehab
Lindsay Lohan got back to her boozing ways while still undergoing treatment in rehab for the second time. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:33:10 GMT)

Drug Rehab: 10 Steps to Staying Clean Contributes to Success Rates
Not to be confused with 12-Step Programs--the standard in drug treatment for breaking addiction there are many options for staying clean. Recovery Connection outlines time tried procedures with proven success. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:01:00 GMT)

Mets' Alou ends rehab, returns tomorrow
Moises Alou played his final rehab game with the Brooklyn Cyclones yesterday and will rejoin the Mets for tomorrow night's game against the Pirates. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:16:55 GMT)

Mets' Alou ends rehab, returns Tuesday
Moises Alou played his final rehab game with the Brooklyn Cyclones yesterday and will rejoin the Mets for tomorrow night's game against the Pirates. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:28:38 GMT)

Tragedy of ice age - Frontman's addiction
SYDNEY - Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson has spoken of the depths of his ice addiction, including stealing money from his bandmates and the realisation he had become "a junkie". (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:23:13 GMT)

Drug addicts to be given i-Pods if they beat their habits
Drug addicts could be offered food vouchers and the chance to win prizes such as i-Pod music players by the Government body refusing treatment to Alzheimer's sufferers. The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (Nice) wants to offer heroin and crack addicts 'incentives' to quit their habit (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 09:04:38 GMT)

Drug Co. officials are fined
ABINGDON, Va. (AP) -- Purdue Pharma L.P., the maker of OxyContin, and three of its executives were ordered Friday to pay a $634.5 million fine for misleading the public about the painkiller's risk of addiction. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 10:22:30 GMT)

Best dumps Lohan for her 'dull' post-rehab persona
Washington, July 23 (ANI): Lindsay Lohan's beau Calum Best has reportedly dumped the singer/actress because of her 'dull' post rehab persona. The 'Mean Girls' actress recently completed a 45-day rehab course at the Promises Clinic in California after being arrested on DUI suspicion charges ollowing a car crash in Hollywood. According to a pal, Best called up the 21-year-old ... (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:30:27 GMT)

Rocker talks of ice addiction
Grinspoon frontman speaks of the depths of his ice addiction. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:08:01 GMT)

Ravenel back in S.C.; arraignment on drug charge set for Tuesday
Suspended state Treasurer Thomas Ravenel has been released from an Arizona drug treatment center, and his arraignment on a federal drug charge has been set for Tuesday, one of his attorneys said this morning. Ravenel arrived back in Charleston on Sunday after being released from the Sierra Tucson treatment center in Tucson, Ariz., attorney Bart Daniel said. Daniel, a former U.S. Attorney for ... (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:57:01 GMT)

Alou's rehab tour blowing towards Shea
Moises Alou's whirlwind rehabilitation tour has made stops in Florida and Coney Island, but now it's ready to head to Shea Stadium. Alou made his final rehab start for the Class A Brooklyn Cyclones last night, finishing 1 for 4 with an RBI against a variety of Tri-City Valley Cats pitchers. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:57:28 GMT)

SC treasurer back from rehab; court appearance scheduled Tuesday
COLUMBIA, S.C. Suspended state Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, back in South Carolina following a 30-day stint at a rehab program in Arizona, was scheduled to make his first court appearance on a federal cocaine charge Tuesday. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:58:52 GMT)

• Herbal Remedies And Drug Addiction: Can Herbs Help?
Drug abuse refers to the availing of a drug for purposes which the drugs are not intended to, or using a drug in excessive quantities. Drug addiction is a state of physical and psychological dependence on a drug. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 15:26:06 GMT)

Northern Lights offers range of rehab services
WASHBURN — If you were to walk into the rehab department at Northern Lights today, you would find the excitement in the air is palpable. Several talented therapists have joined the Northern Lights Rehabilitation Services team and many new programs have been added. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:02:09 GMT)

Schilling strikes out six in rehab outing
PAWTUCKET, R.I. — Curt Schilling pitched three scoreless innings in a minor league rehab outing for Triple-A Pawtucket on Saturday, striking out six — including Mark Bellhorn, a teammate from Boston's 2004 World Series championship team. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:20:02 GMT)

Thomas Ravenel out of rehab
Suspended State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel will be in a Columbia courtroom Tuesday morning after being released from rehab. According to Ravenel’s attorney Bart Daniel, Ravenel will be in court at 11:00 am for his first court appearance on cocaine charges. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:54:00 GMT)

Ravenel back in state after 30-day stay at rehab
Suspended state Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, back in South Carolina following a 30-day stint at a rehab program in Arizona, was scheduled to make his first court appearance on a federal cocaine charge Tuesday. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:57:14 GMT)

SC treasurer back from rehab in Ariz.; court appearance scheduled
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Suspended state Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, back in South Carolina following a 30-day stint at a rehab program in Arizona, was scheduled to make his first court... (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 22:02:22 GMT)

Wood to rehab in Peoria
PEORIA Oft-injured Chicago Cubs right-hander Kerry Wood will rehab with Peoria Tuesday night at O Brien Field when the Chiefs take on Fort Wayne in a 7 p.m. series finale. (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 22:27:38 GMT)

S.C. treasurer back from rehab
Suspended state Treasurer Thomas Ravenel, back in South Carolina following a 30-day stint at a rehab program in Arizona, was scheduled to make his first court appearance on a federal cocaine charge Tuesday. Ravenel's attorneys entered a not guilty plea earlier for the 44-year-old multimillionaire developer earlier this month. He is charged with possession with intent to distribute less than 500 ... (Mon, 23 Jul 2007 23:30:52 GMT)

New York Proposes a Ban on Smoking at All Addiction Treatment Centers
New York would become the first state requiring all addiction treatment programs to help their clients quit smoking under a rule proposed yesterday. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 01:39:17 GMT)

Myers make rehab start
TAMPA, Fla. -- Philadelphia Phillies closer Brett Myers struck out three and allowed one hit over 1 1-3 scoreless innings in his second minor league rehab appearance Monday night with Class A Clearwater. Myers has been out since straining ... (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 01:50:51 GMT)

Phils' Myers says he feels 'good' after rehab start
Philadelphia Phillies closer Brett Myers struck out three and allowed one hit over 1 1/3 scoreless innings in his second minor league rehab appearance Monday night with Class A Clearwater. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 01:55:32 GMT)

Nielsen Toasts Ex Flav After Leaving Rehab
BRIGITTE NIELSEN has spoken out for the first time since her release from rehab - and she feels like "a new-born person." The leggy Dane, who was bri (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 02:31:48 GMT)

More Employees Admit Drug Use, Alcohol Abuse
As many as 10 million drug users now hold jobs, but most companies are not addressing the issue. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 04:33:16 GMT)

Doherty Checks Into Rehab
Troubled British rocker PETE DOHERTY has checked into rehab in an attempt to conquer his drug demons and avoid a prison sentence. The Babyshambles fr (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 06:30:18 GMT)

Doherty checks into rehab
Troubled rocker Pete Doherty has checked into rehab in an attempt to conquer his drug demons and avoid a prison sentence. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 07:40:12 GMT)

Brigitte Nielsen feels like a 'new-born' after rehab
Washington, July 24 (ANI): Actress Brigitte Nielsen is feeling like a 'new-born person' after her stint in rehab. The 44-year-old was at 'The Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav' at Warner Bros. studios in Burbank, where she revealed that she was feeling good after attending rehab. "I'm feeling good. I feel like a new-born person. I just came out of rehab," the ... (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 08:31:13 GMT)

Love almost landed Lily Allen in rehab
London, July 24 (ANI): It seems that hanging out with rocker Courtney Love almost made Brit singer Lily Allen check into rehab. In one of her MySpace conversation with her friend, The 'Smile' singer said that spending some time with the Love made her realise why Kurt Cobain committed suicide "I am not bfs (best friends) w/ (with) C (Courtney) Love, one night with her made me realise ... (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 08:31:46 GMT)

Project gives addicts hope of drug-free life
DOZENS of former drug addicts are turning their lives around with help from a pioneering Glasgow project. The South East Alternatives Project in the Gorbals has been praised by Community Safety Minister Fergus Ewing who was visiting the scheme with a view to devising a new national drugs strategy. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 10:40:37 GMT)

Chacin gets rehab start
Left-hander Gustavo Chacin was on the mound last night in a rehab start for triple-A Syracuse against Buffalo. Chacin gave up three runs, all earned, and five hits in three innings. One of the hits was Andy Marte's two-run homer. Chacin threw 53 pitches, 34 of which were strikes. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 13:37:44 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan Arrested Again For DUI; Reportedly Checks Back Into Rehab
Lindsay Lohan is reportedly back in rehab after being arrested Tuesday morning on five counts, including driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of narcotics. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:20:49 GMT)

Brigitte Nielsen Toasts Ex Flavor Flav After Leaving Rehab
Brigitte Nielsen has spoken out for the first time since her release from rehab--and she feels like "a newborn person." (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:01:14 GMT)

Lohan Arrested Days After Stint In Rehab
Just days out of rehab, Lindsay Lohan has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:13:44 GMT)

Hollywood rehab: Not such a sobering experience
Remember the days when a stint in rehab could turn a hot Hollywood career cold? Or when talent, not addiction troubles, won big magazine covers? How times have changed. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:23:41 GMT)

Victoria Beckham Heads To Pup Rehab
SPICE GIRL VICTORIA BECKHAM is taking her pet dog Twiggy to rehab, so it's house-trained for her new Los Angeles mansion. The pop star is checking th (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:45:38 GMT)

Low Point For Lohan: Out Of Rehab And Arrested
Lindsay Lohan is in trouble again. Fresh from completing her second stint in rehab, she's been arrested in California on suspicion of drunken driving and possession of cocaine. Santa Monica police say the 21-year-old actress was pulled over early today. She was released on $25,000 dollars bail. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:55:36 GMT)

Two weeks after rehab, Lindsay Lohan arrested for DUI
SANTA MONICA, Calif — Less than two weeks out of rehab, Lindsay Lohan was arrested today for investigation of drunken driving and cocaine possession after chasing another vehicle in her Denali, police said. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:56:32 GMT)

Weeks After Getting Out of Rehab, Lindsay Lohan Arrested Again
Out of rehab mere weeks, Lindsay Lohan is in trouble with the law again, arrested earlier this morning after an alcohol fueled car chase in Santa Monica in which cops again found a usable amount of cocaine on her person. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 17:08:33 GMT)

Smoke-free rehab
Karen Carpenter-Palumbo of the State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services stopped by the Capital News 9 studios to talk about rehab facilities going smoke-free. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 18:22:27 GMT)

Lohan Heading Back To Rehab
LINDSAY LOHAN is heading back to rehab just days after completing a lengthy stay at Promises in Malibu, California. The news comes after the troubled (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 18:30:57 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan Heading Back to Rehab
Lindsay Lohan is heading back to rehab just days after completing a lengthy stay at Promises in Malibu, California. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 19:00:36 GMT)

Tobacco ban proposed for NY drug and alcohol treatment programs
ALBANY, N.Y. - All drug and alcohol prevention and treatment programs in New York would have to operate tobacco-free under an initiative announced Tuesday by state officials. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 21:01:52 GMT)

Lohan hit with drug and alcohol arrest
The troubled saga of Lindsay Lohan took another turn Tuesday when police booked her on suspicion of drunken driving and cocaine possession after a frightened woman dialed 911 to report being chased by Lohan's SUV. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 21:15:33 GMT)

Is Rehab A Quick Fix Or Image Saver?
Actress Lindsay Lohan was arrested this morning on suspicion of driving drunk. This made Action News wonder how effective celebrity rehab is, and if the stars are using it as an excuse to clean up their image. (Tue, 24 Jul 2007 23:47:18 GMT)

Raid on 'illegal' de-addiction centre, five held
Parents to the DSP : Where should we go now? Our wards are drug addicts and they indulge in petty crimes, including theft, and demand money from others. They were feeling better at the centre with the treatment. Kang should be released The Khanna police today raided a de-addiction centre that runs illegally at the nearby Bahomajra village. Most of the patients, including engineers, NRIs, ... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 00:20:13 GMT)

Hulsey Released from Jail to local Rehab Center
A college student suspected of killing a local doctor while driving drunk is out on bail as of this Tuesday morning. However, Heather Hulsey isn't completely free, she now has to follow the regulations of a local rehab center. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 00:43:00 GMT)

'Give drug addicts shopping vouchers'
Drug addicts should be given shopping vouchers worth up to £10 to encourage them to quit their habit, a Government body ruled yesterday. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 01:37:01 GMT)

Lohan Heading Back To Rehab
Lohan Heading Back To Rehab (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 02:00:00 GMT)

Kerry Wood effective in Class A rehab assignment
PEORIA (AP) - Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood walked a batter and failed to record a strikeout during a brief one-inning relief appearance tonight in a rehab assignment with the Peoria Chiefs. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 03:15:19 GMT)

Hughes on target in latest rehab start
MOOSIC, Pa. -- Phil Hughes struck out seven in six innings as Scranton/Wilkes-Barre two-hit visiting Louisville for a 4-0 win Tuesday. The 21-year-old right-hander allowed two hits and a walk in his fourth rehab start since pulling a hamstring on May 1 while pitching for New York. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 03:38:47 GMT)

Orioles Shortstop Miguel Tejada to Rehab with Keys
Baltimore Orioles Shortstop Miguel Tejada will make a rehab start with the Frederick Keys on Thursday July 26th at 7:00 p.m. at Harry Grove Stadium in Frederick, MD as they take on the Winston-Salem Warthogs. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 03:44:28 GMT)

Less than 2 weeks out of rehab, Lohan arrested
SANTA MONICA, Calif. -- The troubled saga of Lindsay Lohan took another dangerous turn early yesterday when police charged her with drunken driving and cocaine possession after a frightened woman dialed 911 to report being chased by Lohan's SUV. Less than two weeks out of rehab, with another drunken-driving case pending, Lohan had a blood-alcohol level of between .12 and .13 percent when police ... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 04:12:08 GMT)

Brigitte Nielsen speaks out after rehab
Brigitte Nielsen has spoken out for the first time since her release from rehab and she feels like "a new-born person." (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 05:14:54 GMT)

City hopes to rehab more homes in Woods
The response has been so strong to an owner-occupied and rental housing rehabilitation grant program for a portion of the Woods Addition - freshly removed from the 100-year flood plain boundary - that the City of Crookston is hoping to secure funding for a second phase of rehab in the neighborhood. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 05:19:01 GMT)

Battle with addiction finds new sanctuary
Fabrice Dolce saw a need in Klamath County for more treatment options for those battling with drug addiction and alcoholism. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 07:05:40 GMT)

Sprayground closes for rehab project
The Highland Park sprayground will be closed today, Thursday and half of Friday as the city continues a rehab construction project in the area. Call Gene Blackwell, superintendent of parks, at 657-8373 for more information. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 07:48:32 GMT)

Star Lohan bailed on drugs charges days after ending rehab
Actress Lindsay Lohan has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving and possession of cocaine – just days after checking out of rehab. (25/07/2007 09:02:31) (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 08:16:20 GMT)

Our view: Abusers, company share blame for OxyContin scourge
If one becomes a drug addict by taking a painkiller prescribed for another, crushing it and snorting it up the nose to achieve an instant high, who is responsible for the addiction? (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 13:53:28 GMT)

Alcohol 'the No.1 addiction'
MORE people are seeking treatment for alcohol, dubbed "the most common drug in Australia", than for any other substance, a national health report has found (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

NY Seeks Smoking Ban at All Addiction Treatment Programs
Smoking would be banned at all addiction-treatment programs in New York State under proposed regulations from the state Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), the New York Times reported July 24. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:13:44 GMT)

Kentucky leads nation in pharmaceutical drug abuse
PINEVILLE — The Cumberland Valley Area Development District, which includes Bell County along with seven Southeastern Kentucky counties, ranks number one, in prescription drug abuse at 8.5 percent, according to Laurie Dudgeon, executive director, for the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:35:41 GMT)

Overcoming Addiction: learn to deal with cravings
No one wants to be an addict. Anyone who has an alcoholic or drug addict close to them may find this impossible to believe but it's true. Until that addict finds a way out of the trap of compelling drug or alcohol cravings, he or she may find it impossible to quit using drugs, no matter how much he knows he must, no matter how hard she may wish for relief from her addiction. Someone who has never ... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:37:05 GMT)

Skyline stroke rehab program gets accreditation
Skyline Rehab Center has received three-year accreditation for its inpatient and stroke rehabilitation programs. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:47:05 GMT)

Lindsay Lohan, latest star to battle addiction, defends herself
LOS ANGELES ( Map , News ) - Lindsay Lohan says she's innocent. The 21-year-old actress says cocaine authorities allege was in her pocket when she was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of drunken driving and drug possession was not hers. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 15:32:03 GMT)

Drug court to offenders: Stay sober
EDITOR’S NOTE: The names and ages of participants have been changed to protect their anonymity. The Indiana County Court has started handing out what some say is the toughest justice a drug law violator could get. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 18:17:45 GMT)

Giambi set to start two-game rehab assignment
TAMPA, Fla. -- New York Yankees slugger Jason Giambi is set to start a minor league rehab assignment Friday night with Class A Tampa and hopes to rejoin the team next week. The designated hitter, who has been sidelined since May 30 after tearin... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 19:20:59 GMT)

Experts say Lohan should seek rehab but may get 180 days in jail
Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle. If not, she could be facing up to six months behind bars, experts said Wednesday. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 20:23:41 GMT)

No pain for Tejada after rehab outing
No pain for Tejada after rehab outing (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 20:38:43 GMT)

Experts urge Lohan to seek rehab
Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle - if not, she could be facing up to six months behind bars, legal observers said Wednesday. Lohan, 21, was less than two weeks out of a recovery program and was voluntarily wearing an alcohol-monitoring device when she was arrested Tuesday in Santa Monica for ... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 23:14:49 GMT)

Experts urge Lohan to seek rehab
By ROBERT JABLON Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle - if not, she could be facing up to six months behind bars, legal observers said Wednesday. Lohan, 21, was less than two weeks out of a recovery program and was voluntarily wearing an alcohol-monitoring device when she was arrested Tuesday in ... (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 23:19:52 GMT)

Experts say Lohan should seek rehab but may get 180 days in jail
LOS ANGELES -- Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle. (Wed, 25 Jul 2007 23:34:43 GMT)

Giambi set to start rehab assignment
New York Yankees slugger Jason Giambi is set to start a minor league rehab assignment Friday night with Class-A Tampa and hopes to rejoin the team next week. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:04:05 GMT)

Experts urge Lohan to seek rehab
Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle — if not, she could be facing up to six months behind bars, legal observers said Wednesday. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:15:38 GMT)

Giambi set to start rehab assignment
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — New York Yankees slugger Jason Giambi is set to start a minor league rehab assignment Friday night with Class-A Tampa and hopes to rejoin the team next week. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:32:00 GMT)

Money to addiction programs cut back
People needing drug and alcohol treatment in Milwaukee County can expect longer waiting lists and shorter stays in... (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 03:06:33 GMT)

Celebs aside, rehab can work
Lindsay Lohan is back in rehab. It's not surprising, really. How serious can one be about overcoming addiction when one jumps back into the Los Angeles party circuit wearing an ankle bracelet designed to measure one's blood-alcohol content days after checking out of a chic substance-abuse treatment center? (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 06:24:09 GMT)

TV3's Mazidulakmal Sidik Freed Of Drug Addiction Charge
JOHOR BAHARU, July 26 (Bernama) -- TV3's "999" police programme host Mazidulakmal Sidik and Fadzli Ramli, a documentary producer of the private television station, were acquitted and discharged from a drug addiction charge by the Magistrate's Court here Thursday. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 07:45:10 GMT)

Addiction recovery and parenting are a difficult mix, counselor says
After struggling with drug addiction for years, Blaine Danley seemed to be on the road to recovery. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 10:15:18 GMT)

Gyllenhaal in drug addict role
Maggie Gyllenhaal will next be seen on the big screen as a recovering drug addict in the film Sherrybaby. The movie has already bagged the actress a handful of award nominations after doing the film festival rounds over the past year. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 12:47:54 GMT)

Schilling expected to pitch second rehab
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) -- Curt Schilling is expected to have his second rehab appearance with the Pawtucket Red Sox today in Toledo. Schilling pitched three scoreless innings for AAA Pawtucket on Saturday. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 13:43:46 GMT)

Gyllenhaal in drug addict role
Maggie Gyllenhaal will next be seen on the big screen as a recovering drug addict in the film Sherrybaby. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 14:14:28 GMT)

Actor Daniel Baldwin discusses rehab
Actor Daniel Baldwin talks to TODAY about his nine stints in rehab and why he thinks celebrities often fall again after substance abuse treatment. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 14:59:53 GMT)

Return to rehab is Lohan's best legal move
LOS ANGELES, California (AP) -- Lindsay Lohan's best bet for avoiding jail time is to go back into rehab yet again and remove herself from a high-flying party lifestyle -- if not, she could be facing up to six months behind bars, legal observers said. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:05:38 GMT)

Skyline stroke rehab program gets accreditation
Skyline Rehab Center has received three-year accreditation for its inpatient and stroke rehabilitation programs. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:33:14 GMT)

Backe to Make Rehab Start in Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI -- Houston Astros starting pitcher Brandon Backe, who is working his way back to the Major Leagues after right elbow surgery last September, makes his initial 2007 rehab appearance in Corpus Christi next Thursday, August 2, when the Hooks play host to the San Antonio Missions. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:37:41 GMT)

ProfNet Wire: Health & Medicine: Alcohol/drug Addictions
1) Addiction: Relapse Common for Alcohol/Drug-Related Addictions; 2) Health: Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging; 3) Health: Cancer Diagnoses; 4) Health: Treatment of Prostate Cancer; 5) Health: New Mothers and Breastfeeding (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 19:26:42 GMT)

Middle-class users turning away from P
Middle-class drug users may be turning off P because of its links to violence and addiction, a study of frequent hard drug users says. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 20:43:48 GMT)

Ex-altar boy: Drug addiction made me steal
In the throes of a heroin binge in May, Matthew Belcher resorted to acts he called "stupid and disgusting" -- stealing from poor boxes at an East Islip church where he once was an altar boy, according to statements he made to police that are filed in court documents. (Thu, 26 Jul 2007 21:12:27 GMT)

Curt Schilling impressive in rehab start
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — Curt Schilling pitched five scoreless innings Thursday, striking out eight in his second rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket. He gave up just two hits without a walk and mixed his pitches well, throwing both his curveball and changeup for strikes. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:02:10 GMT)

Curt Schilling impressive in rehab start
Curt Schilling looked ready to step back into the Boston rotation, pitching five scoreless innings Thursday and striking out eight in his second rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:02:36 GMT)

Man sentenced in Adams burglaries
Kyle K. Lindsey said in court that the crimes stemmed from a drug addiction. Jul 16, 2007 — A Hanover man will spend at least six years in prison for four Adams County burglaries, and will face five additional burglary charges in York County later this month. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:06:04 GMT)

Schilling K's 8 in second Triple-A rehab start
Curt Schilling pitched five scoreless innings Thursday, striking out eight in his second rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:33:07 GMT)

Wood makes rehab appearance
Wood makes rehab appearance (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:38:43 GMT)

Tejada goes deep in last rehab game
Tejada goes deep in last rehab game (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:38:53 GMT)

Schilling Strong In Rehab Start
Curt Schilling is scheduled to make one more rehab start for Pawtucket Tuesday. But he certainly looked ready to return to the majors Thursday night. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 02:40:27 GMT)

Cubs' Wood strikes out 2 during 1-inning rehab assignment
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) -Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood allowed a hit, struck out two and threw a wild pitch in his second rehab assignment with Class-A Peoria on Thursday night. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:45:01 GMT)

Chicago Cubs' Wood strikes out two during one-inning rehab assignment
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) - Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood allowed a hit, struck out two and threw a wild pitch in his second rehab assignment with class-A Peoria on Thursday night. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:52:24 GMT)

Cubs' Wood pitches well in second rehab outing
Kerry Wood allowed a hit, struck out two and threw a wild pitch in his second rehab assignment with Class-A Peoria. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:55:32 GMT)

Schilling's rehab continues to roll
Schilling's rehab continues to roll (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 04:08:02 GMT)

Schilling is in command in second rehab start
TOLEDO, Ohio — The ending was a little hairy, but otherwise Curt Schilling’s second rehab outing for Pawtucket was nothing but smooth sailing. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 11:55:22 GMT)

Suspect Blames Prescription Drug Habit For Embezzlement
A Barre woman who is accused of embezzling more than $18,000 is blaming an addiction to prescription drugs. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 12:23:49 GMT)

GSK Makes $1.5 Billion Drug Development Deal with Targacept
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — GlaxoSmithKline is forming a drug research and development alliance with Targacept that could mean up to $1.5 billion to the Winston-Salem based pharmaceutical firm. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 12:27:22 GMT)

Cubs' Wood Strikes Out 2 In Rehab Game
Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood allowed a hit, struck out two and threw a wild pitch in his second rehab assignment with Class-A Peoria on Thursday night. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:11:00 GMT)

Suspect blames prescription drug addiction in theft
A woman charged with embezzling $18,700 from a fire district blamed it on her addiction to prescription drugs. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:37:25 GMT)

Schilling gives up 2 hits, strikes out 8 in Triple-A rehab start
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) -- Curt Schilling pitches five scoreless innings Thursday, striking out eight in his second rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket. He gave up just two hits without a walk and mixed his pitches well, throwing both his curveball and changeup for strikes against the Toledo Mud Hens. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:53:12 GMT)

Drug court to host third tournament
TWENTYNINE PALMS — Joshua Tree Drug Court is hosting its third annual golf tournament Sept. 15. This is the main fund-raising event to support the local area drug court, which serves all of the communities in the Morongo Basin. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 19:46:36 GMT)

Schilling gives up 2 hits, strikes out 8 in Triple-A rehab start
TOLEDO, Ohio - Curt Schilling looked ready to step back into the Boston rotation, pitching five scoreless innings yesterday and striking out eight in his second rehab start for Triple-A Pawtucket. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:23:43 GMT)

Addiction show adverts row
A CONTROVERSIAL art show in Glasgow featuring work by the children of drug addicts was last night at the centre of a censorship row after the city council refused to screen an advert for it - even though it partly funded the event. (Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:53:00 GMT)

Wood makes second rehab appearnace in 2 days
CINCINNATI---- Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood pitched a perfect first inning in his third rehab assignment and second in two nights with Class A Peoria on Friday night. (Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:14:11 GMT)

Cubs' Wood perfect in another inning of rehab
Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood pitched a perfect first inning Friday in his third rehab assignment and second in two nights. (Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:25:32 GMT)

Pregnant 21-year-old is determined to succeed in Angelina County's second-chance drug court
Trisha Nudd, 30, had struggled with an addiction to crack-cocaine for years before she took an opportunity to become sober in Angelina County Drug Court 21/2 years ago. (Sat, 28 Jul 2007 02:32:06 GMT)

Cubs' Kerry Wood makes second rehab appearance in two days with farm club
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) - Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood barely broke a sweat Friday night during his final one-inning minor league rehab outing, striking out one and retiring all three batters he faced. (Sat, 28 Jul 2007 02:43:43 GMT)