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Porn Giant Michael Brandon Vows Comeback After Rehab Stint
Facing drug charges and in partially supervised rehab to kick a crystal meth addiction, porn star Michael Brandon told San Francisco Weekly that if all goes well, he could be back to porn as early as next year. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 06:44:42 GMT)

MGH rehab relocates
Marion General Hospital’s rehabilitation services department is now open in its new home at 1393 N. Baldwin Ave. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:03:21 GMT)

Rehab makes Gibbs' selection 'difficult' - Procter
South Africa in Australia 2008-09 (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:46:15 GMT)

Wamp emphasizes '2nd chance' after long-ago cocaine addiction
As he considers seeking a new office, U.S. Rep. Zach Wamp is hoping to neutralize the political liability of a long-ago cocaine addiction by emphasizing the "second chance at life" that he seized when he quit using drugs 25 years ago. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:19:50 GMT)

Northern Rehab collecting donations for Safe Passage
Melissa Payne and Melissa Beck of Northern Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Associates are accepting donations for Safe Passage women’s shelter through Dec. 19 at their offices at 3266 Resource Parkway in DeKalb and at 540 E. Main St., Suite 5 in Genoa, according to a news release. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:21:48 GMT)

Bush asserts declining teen drug use; reports vary
President George W. Bush claims a national decline in teen drug use during his tenure, but enormous challenges remain in convincing young people about the dangers of marijuana and other illicit substances. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:02:24 GMT)

Gazza fighting drink and drug demons by talking to horses!
London, Dec 11 : Fallen footie legend Paul Gascoigne a.k.a Gazza has found a unique way to beat his booze and drug addiction - talking to horses. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:45:38 GMT)

Radio host makes addiction a 'public conversation'
Laguna Beach mother took her struggle with her drug-addicted sons to her recently syndicated radio show to help other parents find hope and solutions. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:59:37 GMT)

Now even sugar overload can lead to addiction, scientists warn
First it was drugs, then sex - and now scientists say even sugar can be addictive. The researchers studied binging and dependency in rats for years and say they have shown all three elements of addiction. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:37:30 GMT)

Tracking Community-wide Drug Use By Testing Water At Sewage Treatment Plants - Environmental Science & Technology ...
Scientists in Oregon and Washington State are reporting the development and successful testing of a new method for determining the extent of illicit drug use in entire communities from water flushed down toilets that enters municipal wastewater treatment plants. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:16:10 GMT)

Bush Says Teenage Drug Abuse Dropped 25% During His Presidency
Dec. 11 (Bloomberg) -- President George W. Bush said drug abuse among U.S. teenagers fell 25 percent since he took office thanks to a combination of prevention, treatment and enforcement programs. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:58:28 GMT)

Bush highlights record reducing drug use
President George W. Bush highlighted his eight-year record in reducing drug use, reflected in a White House gathering with law enforcement, religious leaders and one of baseball's most famous comeback stories — recovering addict and Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:00:25 GMT)

Breaking the cycle of addiction
Can the multi-generation cycle of drug and alcohol addiction ever be broken? Two counselors at New Directions Northwest say the answer is yes, thanks to a five-year, $2.5 million grant that Baker County shares with Union and Wallowa counties. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:13:51 GMT)

Surf City rehab offers free stay to singer Amy Winehouse
Center willing to give the troubled British performer a rehab package - complete with protection from the paparazzi - valued at $20,000. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:17:21 GMT)

Judge regrets "inflexible" approach on drug request
Teaahu Reti has got a reduction in his sentence because he sought help for his drug habit before it spiralled out of control with what a judge termed "an absolutely appalling crime spree". (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:52:29 GMT)

Brookview Rehab Property Faces Foreclosure Sale
A foreclosure notice has been filed for the property at 574 N. Fourth St., which Las Vegas-based real estate investment company Blue Maple Investments.... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:06:03 GMT)

40-year-old pump goes to rehab
As repair jobs go, this one had Macomb County public works employees pumped up. Crews on Thursday dismantled an enormous pump system at the Chapaton Retention Treatment Facility in St. Clair Shores that weighs 180,000 pounds and stands 25 feet high. They removed it by sections and transported it to different sites in and out of the state for repair. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:26:12 GMT)

Do You Have an Alcohol or Drug Problem?
Alcohol and drug use can progress into abuse and even addiction so insidiously that sometimes people do not realize that it has become a problem for them and those... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:31:49 GMT)

Irondequoit takes first step in Medley Centre rehab
Irondequoit Town Board members on Thursday signed off on the first phase of the Medley Centre mall redevelopment project but said there's still a long way to go. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:00:44 GMT)

Annual Monitoring The Future Survey On Drug Abuse Shows Decline In OTC Cough Medicine Abuse
Following is a statement by Linda A. Suydam, D.P.A., president of the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), regarding today's release of the National Institute on Drug Abuse's (NIDA's) Monitoring the Future survey. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:17:50 GMT)

Music: Supergrass back to their best after rehab and injury
For 14 years, Supergrass have been unbeatable – the most colourful, hardest-rocking, consistently creative British rock band of their generation. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:23:13 GMT)

TV Watch: 'The Office' recap: I don't wanna go to rehab, No! No! No!
(Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:04:26 GMT)

Overcoming the Stigmas Associated With Addiction
Trying to kick a substance abuse problem - whether it's drugs, alcohol or gambling - is hard in and of itself but for the thousands of people who suffer from an addiction dealing with the stigmas present in today's society can make overcoming the problem even harder. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:09:00 GMT)

'The Office' recap: I don't wanna go to rehab, No! No! No!
By Whitney Pastorek Phyllis' Moroccan themed Christmas party pushed Angela too far and, in turn, she pushed Phyllis too far and had her secret outed, while Michael made it his personal mission get alkie Meredith some help (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:50:32 GMT)

Drug addict admits 180 offences
A drug addict is offered a community sentence if he stays away from crime for the next six months. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:11:16 GMT)

Drug Abuse and Addiction Tackled on Web Show from Institute for Good Medicine
In coordination with its prescription abuse by teens and young adults campaign, the Institute for Good Medicine at the Pennsylvania Medical Society has produced a new web show on drug abuse and addiction. Video available for public use. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:22:02 GMT)

Tara Reid checks into rehab
Just a couple of months ago, the American Pie alum talked about her body issues and her former life as a party girl. On Tuesday, Reid checked herself into celeb-preferred rehab facility, Promises. "Tara Reid has checked herself into Promises... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 22:47:48 GMT)

Tara Reid Enters Rehab
Tara Reid has entered rehab, the actress's rep told Usmagazine.com on Friday. "Tara Reid has checked herself into Promises Treatment Center," her rep told Us. "We appreciate your respect to her and her family's privacy at this time." In 2006, Reid, now 33, opened up to Us Weekly about her party girl image. "I'm not always drunk. My picture is taken only when I have a cup in my hand," she... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:51:29 GMT)

Rep: Tara Reid checked herself into rehab
A publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:39:58 GMT)

Tara Reid checks herself into rehab
ACTRESS Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab, her publicist says. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:52:00 GMT)

Tara Reid checks herself into rehab
ACTRESS and party girl Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab but her publicist won't say why, or when she entered the facility. Gallery: Stars in rehab (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 01:52:00 GMT)

Tara Reid checks herself into rehab
A publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. Jack Ketsoyan said on Friday that the American Pie star went to the Promises Treatment Center. He did not specify what she was being treated (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 03:22:50 GMT)

Falk receives award
Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk received the 2008 Outstanding Community Leadership award from the Wisconsin Association on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse on Friday. "(Falk's) understanding of the serious problems caused by alcohol and other drug addiction has led her to produce solutions for the benefit of all," said Kate Nesheim, executive director of the Wisconsin Association on Alcohol and ... (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:09:54 GMT)

Christmas makeovers
For people fighting alcohol and drug addiction, the holiday season often lacks joyful memories of Christmases past. A pair of local business owners hope to change that. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:02:59 GMT)

Korean parents request drug seminar
Korean parents from the La Cañada Flintridge Outreach organization met on Dec. 11 at La Cañada High School to discuss teen drug use. The parents have always been proactive in learning the latest drug threat to their teens. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 06:15:18 GMT)

Tara Reid enters rehab
Actress Tara Reid has checked into a rehab clinic in California, her spokesperson has confirmed. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:35:06 GMT)

Tara reid enters rehab
Actress Tara Reid has checked into a rehab clinic in California, her spokesperson has confirmed. The 33-year-old American Pie star will spend Christmas and the New Year in the Promises Treatment Center in Malibu. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:40:57 GMT)

American Pie - Tara Reid Checks Into Rehab
American Pie actress Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab.Reports suggest the 33-year-old checked into the Promises Treatment Centre in Malibu on Tuesday, but it ... (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 10:00:18 GMT)

'American Pie' star Tara Reid checks into rehab
A publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. Jack Ketsoyan said Friday that the "American Pie" star went to the Promises Treatment Center. He did not specify what she was being treated for or when she entered the facility. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:24:19 GMT)

A new start: For these recovering drug addicts it was hard to let go of their past and they say it's even harder for ...
They are stuck between two worlds: a world of addiction, where former friends who still get high want them to return; and society where they're are not accepted because they take methadone. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 15:55:09 GMT)

'American Pie' Star Tara Reid Checks Into Rehab
'American Pie' star Tara Reid checks herself into rehab, publicist says (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 18:59:56 GMT)

Texas Rangers' Hamilton visits White House
WASHINGTON – Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton told a White House gathering Thursday that being prominent in the public eye this season helped him in his fight to conquer his drug addiction. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 01:29:05 GMT)

Tara Reid Rehab'ing It Up
It's a party... a rehab party! (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 02:56:16 GMT)

'Nurse Winehouse' helps out in rehab
AMY Winehouse has reportedly "charmed" nurses at her exclusive rehab clinic by helping them out with their duties. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:54:00 GMT)

Amy Winehouse helps out in rehab
Amy Winehouse has reportedly "charmed" nurses at her exclusive rehab clinic by helping them out with their duties. The 25-year-old singer, who has a well-documented history with drugs and alcohol, has been looking after patients and serving them meals, The News of the World reported on Saturday. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:09:20 GMT)

Drug issues affect SSHS
Gary Burman’s phone rang at 3 a.m. Oct. 8 with a chilling message. His 18-year-old son was in an ambulance, unresponsive, on his way to the hospital with a severe drug overdose. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:11:48 GMT)

Nearly frozen sea turtle heading to rehab
BOSTON (AP) - Herb the frozen turtle is ready for some rehab. The 75-pound loggerhead sea turtle was discovered by volunteers from the Massachusetts Audubon Sanctuary on a Cape Cod beach Dec. 3. He was taken to the New England Aquarium in Boston for a slow but steady warmup. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:19:11 GMT)

Nearly frozen sea turtle heading to rehab
Associated Press - December 14, 2008 2:13 AM ET BOSTON (AP) - Herb the frozen turtle is ready for some rehab. The 75-pound loggerhead sea turtle was discovered by volunteers from the... (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:25:49 GMT)

'I needed hope': Ex-client of homeless shelter tells group better support is needed
NORWALK - Three years ago, Janice Murray spent time at South Norwalk's homeless shelter and struggled with drug addiction. Now, Murray, 49, has been drug free for two years and has a home in New Haven. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:47:40 GMT)

Rep: Tara Reid checked herself into rehab
A publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:52:13 GMT)

If not for family, Carolyn Gould would like to stay at rehab forever
MARION - Spending several months in a rehab facility was not at the top of the list for Carolyn Gould until it became a necessity. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 12:18:43 GMT)

Hooked on chill pills in war-torn Gaza
The new drug overtaking the Gaza Strip doesn't stimulate hallucinations or give endurance at the dance club. It merely chills you out, which is exactly what many Gazans say they need. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:29:18 GMT)

Tara Reid Enters Rehab
Tara Reid has check into rehab, her rep announced. "Tara Reid has checked herself into Promises Treatment Center. We appreciate your respect to her and her family's privacy at this time," Jack Ketsoyan said in a statement. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:45:33 GMT)

Nearly Frozen Sea Turtle Heading to Rehab
Herb the frozen turtle is ready for some rehab. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:29:27 GMT)

Notorious party girl enters rehab
Actress Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. The notorious party girl, who makes headlines for her wild antics and plastic surgery-enhanced figure, had checked into the Promises Treatment Centre, her publicist confirmed. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:57:51 GMT)

Notorious party girl enters rehab
Actress Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. The notorious party girl, who makes headlines for her wild antics and plastic surgery-enhanced figure, had checked into the Promises Treatment Centre in Malibu, her publicist confirmed. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 02:31:40 GMT)

Alcohol driving Aussies to rehab
Alcohol has again topped harder drugs like ice and heroin as the addiction which drives the most Australians into crisis rehab. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 03:06:34 GMT)

Alcohol and Drug Abuse in the News
• 'American Pie' Star in Rehab Tara Reid gets treatment. • DMX Arrested In Florida He was not in rehab facility. • Avary Charged With Manslaughter Screenwriter faces DUI trial. • Winehouse Supplier Sentenced Sold video of singer smoking. • Actor Vinnie Jones... (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:01:43 GMT)

Singing River Hospital System helps tobacco users kick the habit
Pascagoula, MS (WLOX)-- "Nicotine is the most additive drug." Health Official Timothy Neese says it's an addiction that can ruin your teeth, your heart, and take years off your life. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:56:16 GMT)

Tara Reid checked herself into rehab
A publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:22:24 GMT)

Home, hospital rehab work equally well for COPD: study
A home-based exercise program may help people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD to stay out of hospital, researchers in Quebec say. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:24:21 GMT)

Maia Szalavitz: Lies, Damn Lies and Drug Statistics: Treatment Version
When Minnesota Teen Challenge (MNTC) responded to my recent blog entry about their anti-drug program, they cited a "study" to back their claims of... (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:59:04 GMT)

Bobby Brown Talks About Cocaine Addiction
Bobby Brown Talks About Cocaine Addiction "I had a desk like Scarface's in my room and I kept [drugs] piled up on it” (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:23:35 GMT)

At-home rehab feasible for COPD sufferers
Results of a clinical trial suggest that rehabilitation at home rather than in a clinic is safe and effective for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:23:19 GMT)

Notorious party girl Tara Reid enters rehab
Actress Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. The notorious party girl, who makes headlines for her wild antics and plastic surgery-enhanced figure, had checked into the Promises Treatment Centre in Malibu, her publicist confirmed. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 02:48:41 GMT)

Rapid Response to addiction available
If you have a drinking or drug problem, and you live anywhere in Rhode Island, starting at noon today you can get help within 24 hours. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:14:57 GMT)

Daphne Rehab Center at the Center of Debate
A public hearing will be held January 20, over the fate of a rehabilitation center that some Daphne residents don't want in their backyard. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:40:45 GMT)

Sober Living by the Sea Announces Special Pricing for Extended Drug Rehab
In light of recent research confirming the necessity of long-term drug rehab, Sober Living's renowned addiction treatment centers are offering special pricing on their celebrated extended care programs for clients who are committed to recovery. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

Support Systems Homes' Drug & Alcohol Detox & Rehab Celebrates 18th Year this Holiday Season
Support Systems Homes, Inc. is a support and expert counseling network providing programs that offer hope to men, women and their families suffering from the devastating consequences of chemical dependency. The Support Systems Homes website, http://www.Drug-Rehabilitation.c helps addicts and others affected by alcohol and drug abuse to get the help that they need. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

JOYCE JAMES: 'United Way has helped me in so many ways.'
Detroit resident Joyce James struggled with drug addiction for 18 years. But when she found the strength to get sober, James found herself in need of a guiding force to help her rebuild her life and United Way was there. James was 42 when the death of her mother left her reeling and she began experimenting with illegal drugs. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:38:38 GMT)

City needs drug court: Eisenberger
Mayor Fred Eisenberger says it's time Hamilton got a drug court to deal with addicts who need treatment as opposed to jail time. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:38:19 GMT)

Back into the light
AFTER eight years of going in and out of Glasgow's Barlinnie Prison, James Banks was struggling to break the cycle of drug addiction, petty crime and jail terms. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 10:56:17 GMT)

New teammates best medicine for addict
BONDING with his new Tiger teammates on and off the field will be the best medicine for Ben Cousins, drug addiction experts say. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT)

Veteran Rehab Specialist, Ted O'Neill, Joins Fast-Growing Alliance Seating & Mobility in Pennsylvania
O'Neill Brings 35 Years of Experience with Complex Rehab Market (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:54:00 GMT)

High-dose supplements may improve stroke rehab
People who are undernourished after suffering a stroke benefit from intensive dietary supplementation during rehabilitation, according to results of a pilot study conducted at the Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in New York. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:24:53 GMT)

Reward-stress link points to new targets for treating addiction
( Vanderbilt University Medical Center ) Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators have discovered a functional link between reward and stress. They found that dopamine -- the brain's chief reward signal -- works through corticotrophin-releasing factor -- the brain's main stress signal -- to increase the activity of a brain region involved in addiction relapse.The findings, reported ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:33:59 GMT)

Reward-stress link points to new targets for treating addiction
Rewarding and stressful signals don't seem to have much in common. But researchers studying diseases ranging from drug addiction to anxiety disorders are finding that the brain's reward and stress signaling circuits are intertwined in complex ways. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:11:11 GMT)

Rehab school for offender
KUANTAN: A 14-year-old boy was ordered by the magistrate's court yesterday to be sent to Sekolah Tunas Bakti in Jerantut for three years for kidnapping a one-month-old baby. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:06:53 GMT)

Employers should be 'bribed' to hire drug addicts
Employers should be 'bribed' to hire drug addicts after a survey revealed two thirds would refuse to employ them a think tank has recommended. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:32:35 GMT)

Daphne residents oppose drug rehab clinic
DAPHNE -- A downtown advocacy group has launched a campaign against Townsend Recovery in recent weeks, demanding that the city shut down the drug and alcohol addiction treatment center located in a residential neighborhood near the center of town. More... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:53:15 GMT)

Functional link between reward and stress offers new targets for treating addiction
Washington, December 17 : An American study has uncovered a functional link between reward and stress, which points to new targets for treating alcohol and drug addiction. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:11:00 GMT)

Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house
Northeast Rehab center hosts annual open house (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:41:58 GMT)

Inch by inch, Cody is still making huge strides
As you know, Cody Caldwell broke his neck in a diving accident last summer. He can use his arms, one better than the other, but he has no movement, and no feeling, from his armpits downward. He's been staying at the Lyndhurst Centre, where they specialize in spinal injury rehab. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:47:20 GMT)

JACKSON COUNTY DRUG COURT Winning the fight
PASCAGOULA Just like his father, Wayne Ladnier was a teenage drug-abuser who watched his addiction strip away everything important in his life. Also just like his father, he has been drug-free for more than three years. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:22:34 GMT)

Rihanna's video vibe stays red-hot with 'Rehab'
In the tradition of Madonna and Janet Jackson, Rihanna has become this year's video vixen. Beyonce may have more big-budget glamour, but Rihanna has perfected the pout, the long-legged strut and trend-setting hairdos that keep women and men alike checking her out on YouTube. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:01:09 GMT)

Daphne, Ala., residents want the city to shut down the drug and alcohol addiction treatment center
DAPHNE -- A downtown advocacy group is demanding that the city shut down the drug and alcohol addiction treatment center located near the center of town. More than 80 supporters of the Olde Towne Daphne Association went to Monday's... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:08:24 GMT)

All Patients Should Be Asked About Alcohol And Drug Abuse
Drug and alcohol abuse is a major health problem for American women, cutting across all income levels, ages, and races/ethnicities. In a committee opinion issued today, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is calling for ob-gyns to ask all of their patients about drug and alcohol use and to help women get the help they need. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:18:00 GMT)

Drug program will present interactive video conference to help children
OAK HARBOR -- The Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services and the University of Cincinnati will present Family Based Prevention: Healthy and Successful Children: Roles for Early Childhood Educators and Families 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at the Ottawa County Agriculture Complex, 240 W. Lake St., Oak Harbor. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:40:45 GMT)

Addicts centre moving next to 'drug park'
Napier's Springhill Addiction Treatment Centre is closing and a new centre is planned for Hastings, however residents say it will be next to a city park that is "a known drug-dealing area". (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:08:43 GMT)

Tiger Woods says knee rehab right on schedule
DOUG FERGUSON Tiger Woods wore sneakers instead of spikes. He sat next to a bottle of Gatorade Tiger, not the silver U.S. Open trophy. One thing that didn't change at his first press conference in 184 days were questions about his left knee. But after speaking for a half-hour Wednesday at Sherwood Country Club, covering everything from his rehab to his caddie to his improbable victory at Torrey ... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:10:02 GMT)

Tiger Woods Says Knee Rehab Right on Schedule
Tiger Woods, rehabbing surgically repaired knee, says he's on schedule for return next year (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 23:03:48 GMT)

Tiger Woods says knee rehab right on schedule
Tiger Woods wore sneakers instead of spikes. He sat next to a bottle of Gatorade Tiger, not the silver U.S. Open trophy. One thing that didn't change at his first press conference in 184 days were questions about his left knee. But after speaking for a half-... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 02:59:36 GMT)

Smithtown pledges cooperative effort to fight drug use
Smithtown school officials promised Wednesday to lead the fight against drug addiction, especially heroin use, among teens in the community by bringing together social and medical agencies, police, town and county government, and school staff to share information. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:32:31 GMT)

Tiger Woods says knee rehab right on schedule
Tiger Woods wore sneakers instead of spikes. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:31:00 GMT)

Norman addiction center names executive director
NORMAN — The Norman Addiction Information and Counseling center has a new executive director after Sonny Scott announced his retirement earlier this month.Scott retired Dec. 9 after six years of leading the agency, which provides outpatient alcohol and drug treatment and prevention services.Teresa Collado has been appointed as new executive director by the nonprofit’s board of directors. Collado ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 06:00:22 GMT)

Clinic will offer drug abuse treatment
Redmont Health Services, a private treatment program for drug and alcohol addiction headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., said it will open an outpatient treatment center in January at 1253 N. Cole Road in Boise. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:05:14 GMT)

Woods' rehab right on schedule
Tiger Woods wore sneakers instead of spikes. He sat next to a bottle of Gatorade Tiger, not the silver U.S. Open trophy. One thing that didn't change at his first news conference in 184 days were questions about his left knee. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:58:30 GMT)

Woods says rehab 'right on schedule'
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – Tiger Woods wore sneakers instead of spikes. He sat next to a bottle of Gatorade Tiger, not the silver U.S. Open trophy. One thing that didn’t change at his first news conference in 184 days were questions about his left knee. Photo caption: Woods (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:05:04 GMT)

Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house
Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:40:21 GMT)

Archbishop of Canterbury says Gordon Brown's spending plan like 'drug addiction'
Archbishop of Canterbury brands PM's spending plans like an "addict returning to the drug". (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:01:12 GMT)

Crane takes reins at Creston Nursing and Rehab
“In a small community, people notice when leadership changes,” said Paul Crane Jr., who became the administrator at Creston Nursing and Rehab Center Oct. 20. “I have had a pleasant experience meeting all the families. My staff has helped me to connect with them.” (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:15:10 GMT)

Reward-Stress Link Points To New Targets For Treating Addiction
Rewarding and stressful signals don't seem to have much in common. But researchers studying diseases ranging from drug addiction to anxiety disorders are finding that the brain's reward and stress signaling circuits are intertwined in complex ways. Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators have now discovered a functional link between reward and stress. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:15:49 GMT)

Tara Reid Checks into Rehab. (You Mean She Wasn’t There Already?!?)
Tara Reid has entered a rehab program, the American Pie star’s rep confirmed to People and Us Weekly on Friday. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:51:31 GMT)

Archbishop: PM's spending plea is like a drug addiction
THE Archbishop of Canterbury launched a biting attack on Gordon Brown's economic strategy, comparing it to an "addict returning to the drug". (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:07:21 GMT)

Bridge rehab in Tacoma will start with cables
The Murray Morgan Bridge should have a new set of cables by summer. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 18:21:26 GMT)

Former pro wrestler dies in Costa Mesa rehab home
'Mad Dog' Mike Bell, 37, was found dead at Ramona house on the east side of the city. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 20:17:21 GMT)

Donations sought for First Rehab food drive
First Rehab, 404 Main St., Suite A, Spotswood, is collecting nonperishable food items through Dec. 19. Donated food will benefit families in Spotswood, Jamesburg, Monroe, Milltown, East Brunswick and Helmetta. Contributions for the food drive may be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Dec. 18, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 19. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:48:21 GMT)

Allan Clear: Why Should You or Anyone Care About This Week's U.N. Anti-Drug Meeting?
Cross-posted from Stop the Drug War's Chronicle Blog (12/16/08) What's on in Vienna this week? Oh it's "The Technical Seminar on Drug Addiction Prevention and... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 01:57:04 GMT)

The Coin Flip: The winless Lions finally have a believer
The big news this week is that I'm picking Detroit as my upset special. And no, I'm not filing this post from a rehab clinic, but thanks for asking. Reid likes the Falcons at Minnesota as his upset, and I couldn't disagree more. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:02:11 GMT)

Drug program grads get second chance for new life
They came in their Sunday best, with their brightest smiles—and, after a bit, plenty of tears. For the 10 newest graduates of Richmond’s Adult Drug Court program also came with histories of up to 35 years of addiction. Addictions that they beat. “I remember the judge said: ‘This woman is hopeless. I was in a state of hopelessness. . . . I am so grateful this new way of life has come about,“ said ... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:10:35 GMT)

Frustrated Martin still limping through ankle rehab
HOUSTON – A morose Kevin Martin finished his workout at Toyota Center on Thursday, then headed up a ramp leading outside. On his way out, the Kings shooting guard was asked about the left ankle injury that continues to steal his season. "Nothing to talk about, really," he said. Martin has grown tired of having no news to report, with his rehabilitation continuing to yield inconsistent ... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:25:43 GMT)

Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house
Northeast Rehab center hosts annual open house (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 09:21:29 GMT)

Mom ordered to drug rehab
A Lauderdale County woman accused of using cocaine shortly before her daughter was born in 2007 was ordered Thursday to complete a drug rehabilitation program. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 09:35:57 GMT)

SAMHSA Releases New Data On Drug-Related Hospital Emergency Department Visits
The latest Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) report - drawn from a sample of hospital emergency departments across the Nation - indicates that more than 1.7 million visits for treatment were associated with some form of substance misuse or abuse. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:16:59 GMT)

Butte mother recognized for beating drug addiction
That was graduation day for Heather Worth who successfully completed the drug court program, a rehabilitative effort that required 26 months to finish. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:43:43 GMT)

Judge orders Steven Adler to more rehab
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler is going to spend more time in rehab. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:04:36 GMT)

Friend helps others in tackling addiction
Drug addiction doesn’t discriminate — it affects young and old, rich and poor. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:16:13 GMT)

VH1 Getting Sober With 'Rehab' Spinoff
Show will follow members from previous seasons as they move into a sober house after rehab (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:03:50 GMT)

VH1 Celebrity Rehab Goes Sober
VH1 has ordered a sober spinoff to its popular Celebrity Rehab franchise. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:05:39 GMT)

Judge Orders Steven Adler To More Rehab
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler is going to spend more time in rehab. A court commissioner in Los Angeles agreed Friday to place Adler in a state-sanctioned drug rehabilitation program and keep Adler out of prison. Adler's court appearance came a day after TV audiences watched him graduate from a drug treatment program that is the focus of VH1's show "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew." (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:14:57 GMT)

Ex-Guns N' Roses Drummer Gets Rehab
Steven Adler has an appetite for rehab. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 22:08:05 GMT)

Ex-Guns N' Roses Drummer Gets Rehab
Steven Adler has an appetite for rehab. The former Guns N' Roses drummer escaped jail time Friday after a Los Angeles court commissioner ordered him Friday into a state-mandated... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 22:33:42 GMT)

Ex-Guns N’ Roses Drummer Gets Rehab
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Former Guns N' Roses Drummer, Steven Adler Avoids Prison, is Ordered to Go to Rehab
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler is going to spend more time in rehab. A court commissioner in Los Angeles agreed Friday to place Adler in a state-sanctioned drug rehabilitation program and keep Adler out of prison. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:11:51 GMT)

Guns N' Roses former drummer back in rehab
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler is going to spend more time in rehab. A court commissioner in Los Angeles agreed Friday to place Adler in a state-sanctioned drug rehabilitation program. Adler's court appearance came a day after TV audiences watched... (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:39:55 GMT)

Former Major League Pitcher Dock Ellis Dies at 63
Dock Ellis, who infamously pitched a no-hitter for Pittsburgh under the influence of LSD and later fiercely spoke out against drug and alcohol addiction, died at the age of 63. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:42:29 GMT)

Crash fuelled man's rocky ride to addiction
In the instant it took to be injured in a car crash, Shane Simmers started down a bumpy road to drug addiction. He sat this week in the prisoner's box in the Ontario Court of Justice to face charges for robbing a pharmacy with a loaded crossbow. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:53:36 GMT)

Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house
Northeast Rehab center hosts annual open house (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:29:24 GMT)

Former major league pitcher Dock Ellis dies at 63
Dock Ellis, who infamously claimed he pitched a no-hitter for Pittsburgh under the influence of LSD and later fiercely spoke out against drug and alcohol addiction, died Friday. He was 63. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:06:01 GMT)

Former major league pitcher Dock Ellis dies at age 63
Dock Ellis, who infamously claimed he pitched a no-hitter for Pittsburgh under the influence of LSD and later fiercely spoke out against drug and alcohol addiction, died Friday. He was 63. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 16:54:00 GMT)

Train Station Rehab; Kindness & Not
THUMBS UP TO…….Station rehab, ‘The Inns’ performance (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:15:44 GMT)

Dock Ellis, All-Star Pitcher Who Overcame Longtime Addictions, Dies at 63
Mr. Ellis infamously claimed he pitched a no-hitter for Pittsburgh under the influence of LSD and later fiercely spoke out against drug and alcohol addiction. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 22:52:04 GMT)

Drug trade is a top priority
It is a common truism that drug addiction and the drug trade drive virtually every other type of crime. Addicts will steal, break into homes and business and rob people to maintain their habit, while dealers may resort to violence to settle territorial disputes. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:57:24 GMT)

Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house
Northeast Rehab Center hosts annual open house (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:08:45 GMT)

Former Pirates Pitcher Dock Ellis Dies
Dock Ellis, who infamously claimed he pitched a no-hitter for Pittsburgh under the influence of LSD and later fiercely spoke out against drug and alcohol addiction, died Friday. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:05:11 GMT)

What Is The Nature Of Alcohol And Drug Addiction?
When most people consider a drug addiction problem, their minds go automatically to old movies or TV-series. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 20:01:50 GMT)

Guns N' Roses Star Ordered To Rehab
Welcome back to the rehab! (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 03:20:51 GMT)

Officials say man caused SMU student's drug death
DALLAS — With a murder conviction and a history of wild poker parties and drug use, James McDaniel admits he’s no angel. But McDaniel said federal prosecutors are wrong to connect him with the disappearance and death of Southern Methodist University student Meaghan Bosch, whose body was found last year in a portable toilet near Waco. "In their push to get someone to pay for what’s going on at ... (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:08:14 GMT)

Florida's Harvin skipping Christmas to rehab ankle
Florida receiver Percy Harvin won't be home for Christmas he's staying on campus to work on healing his angle injury. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:11:07 GMT)

Amy Winehouse helps out in rehab | Celebrities | Ipswich Queensland Times
AMY Winehouse has reportedly "charmed" nurses at her exclusive rehab clinic by helping them out with their duties. The 25-year-old singer, who has a well-documented history with drugs and alcohol, has been looking after patients and serving them meals, The News of the World reported on Saturday. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:43:34 GMT)