Addiction Recovery News 08/2009 (Page 2)

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MUSKEGON -- The public is invited to visit and tour a new medical facility for patients with speech impairments, or those who need assistance after injury or surgery. The Mercy Rehab Center opened in June, and is part of a... (Aug 22, 2009)

The Milwaukee Brewers and Huntsville Stars announced today that RHP Dave Bush will join the Stars today for a rehab start. Bush will be on the mound tonight as the Stars host the Montgomery Biscuits. (Aug 22, 2009)

Rehab, drinking, Courtney Love, Owen Wilson's 'overdose': Steve Coogan confesses all (Aug 22, 2009)

A recovering drug addict was called homophobic slurs, held against his will and forced to repeat Scientology lessons at a pair of Southern California rehab homes, including one in Newport Beach, according to a lawsuit filed in Nevada County. (Aug 23, 2009)

The embarrassing admission won’t delay the Former State Senator’s prison start date but it could mean less time behind bars. (Aug 23, 2009)

Richard Gibbs played at Ames High School, and eventually made it to the NBA. He struggled with booze and cocaine. After spiraling down, he’s found a new purpose as a counselor. (Aug 23, 2009)

Same top, different Amy: Winehouse proves a year is a long time in rehab after returning to the stage looking fit and healthy (Aug 23, 2009)

LAKEWOOD, NJ - Phillies pitcher Brett Myers will continue his rehab with the BlueClaws on Sunday, at the team's 5:05 game at FirstEnergy Park. Myers had hip surgery to replace a torn labrum on June 4th. (Aug 23, 2009)

NEW BRITAIN — Narcotics officers arrested four people who allegedly arranged drug buys with an informant and then showed up without the goods in two separate incidents this week, police said. (Aug 23, 2009)

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) -- Tim Wakefield needed to face only two batters in a rehab start for the Pawtucket Red Sox on Friday to know he was "locked in." (Aug 23, 2009)

Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, Canada The Narconon Trois-Rivieres drug treatment center has created a new blog inviting cocaine addicts to become addicted to Scientology. Narconon is a "secular" program operated by the Church of Scientology as a means of disseminating L. Ron Hubbard's teachings. This is no ordinary blog; in fact, this blog is one of many front groups for the "church" of Scientology.... (Aug 23, 2009)

Addiction is serious. (Aug 23, 2009)

Rehab outing goes well for Bush (Aug 23, 2009)

The recovery of heart attack victims and other cardiac patients is being put at risk because they are not getting proper rehab care, an audit shows. (Aug 24, 2009)

Over the last few years, a new and disturbing phenomenon has been increasing in frequency. It’s called Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD), and it has been the subject of new research and debate. It is not currently included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), but many argue that addictions to the web and to Internet-based video games like World of Warcraft does ... (Aug 24, 2009)

Skipper A.J. Hinch plans in San Jose to track progress. (Aug 24, 2009)

Former Erie SeaWolves right-handed starter Alfredo Figaro will join the club today on a major league rehab assignment. (Aug 24, 2009)

White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen remains optimistic that Jake Peavy will pitch again this season, even if he's not relying on the right-hander's return. "I don't count on him," Guillen said. (Aug 24, 2009)

RESIDENTS battling plans to build a rehabilitation unit for mothers recovering from drug addiction have claimed an initial victory in their fight. Council planners have deferred a final decision on proposals by children's charity Aberlour in the face of opposition from residents. (Aug 24, 2009)

NEW BRITAIN — Narcotics officers arrested four people who allegedly arranged drug buys with an informant and then showed up without the goods in two separate incidents this week, police said. (Aug 24, 2009)

NORRISTOWN — A West Norriton man who was acquitted in February of charges he planned a violent home invasion robbery in Limerick has admitted to unrelated illegal drug activity for a second time and to violating his previous probation. (Aug 24, 2009)

The first US retreat for internet addicts has opened its doors, welcoming a teenager who was captive to World of Warcraft online role-playing videogame. (Aug 24, 2009)

Chinese Internet rehab clinics now have the spotlight directly on them, with cases of abuse and at least one confirmed death... (Aug 24, 2009)

The local alcohol, drug addiction and mental health services board serving Athens, Hocking and Vinton counties is expected to adopt a budget resolution today. And while federal stimulus dollars will offset some state budget reductions, yearly cost increases will still tighten the board’s budget belt. Earl Cecil, director of the 317 Board , which doles out state dollars to various local ... (Aug 24, 2009)

This is the new formula for methamphetamine: a two-liter soda bottle, a few handfuls of cold pills and some noxious chemicals. Shake the bottle and the volatile reaction produces one of the world's most addictive drugs. Only a few years ago, making meth... Sponsored Topics: Methamphetamine - Drug addiction - Health - Drugs - Substance Abuse (Aug 24, 2009)

Newsweek reporter Tony Dokoupil found out about his father's addiction to drugs early on in his childhood. But it was years later when he realized his father had been a successful drug dealer who made millions smuggling dope from Colombia. Dokoupil tells the story of reconnecting with his father. (Aug 24, 2009)

What is propofol, the drug that reportedly contributed to Michael Jackson's death? (Aug 24, 2009)

Local psychologist sees need in addiction treatment With reform in health care dominating conversations across Haywood County and the nation, there is one area receiving little to no attention — addiction treatment. (Aug 24, 2009)

Melanie Griffith has checked herself into a rehab facility, Entertainment Tonight reports. See photos of last year's biggest star scandals. Her stay at Cirque Lodge in Utah, however, is reportedly routine. See photos of today's top news stories. "She is there to reinforce her commitment to stay healthy," her rep told ET. "This is part of a routine plan that was designed between her and... Join ... (Aug 25, 2009)

Jake Peavy (ankle) tossed five scoreless innings Monday in his third rehab start with Triple-A Charlotte. (Aug 25, 2009)

Getz set to begin rehab stint (Aug 25, 2009)

Jake Peavy was hit on his right elbow Monday near the end of a minor league rehab start, but was able to stay in the game. (Aug 25, 2009)

Peavy hit by line drive in rehab start (Aug 25, 2009)

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (AP) -- White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy was hit on his right elbow Monday near the end of a minor league rehab start, but was able to stay in the game. (Aug 25, 2009)

Peavy hit by liner in rehab start, will rejoin White Sox in Boston on Tuesday (Aug 25, 2009)

Britain is importing a USstyle drug society like that highlighted in the cult television series The Wire the Tories have warned. (Aug 25, 2009)

Miami Heat's troubled forward Michael Beasley has checked into a Texas rehab facility, the Miami Herald reported on Monday. (Aug 25, 2009)

Mired in a bloody battle with major drug traffickers, Mexico is quietly eliminating jail time for possession of small amounts of marijuana, cocaine, heroin and other drugs. (Aug 25, 2009)

Over 120 children in Northern Ireland were given specialist treatment to fight their addiction to drugs last year, the Belfast Telegraph can reveal today. Related Stories When will Belfast to Dublin train services be back on track? DPP member has no regrets about hunger strike rally BBC rapped over Tony Curtis swearing Girl, 8, sold sweets that turned out to be painkillers IRA victims renew ... (Aug 25, 2009)

Preston has finally revealed the true extent of his addiction to alcohol and sleeping pills. (Aug 25, 2009)

Melanie Griffith has checked into Utah's Cirque Lodge rehab facility to ''reinforce her commitment to stay healthy''. (Aug 25, 2009)

Melanie Griffith has checked into rehab after reportedly being given an ultimatum by her husband (Aug 25, 2009)

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25 (UPI) -- Melanie Griffith's publicist has confirmed the U.S. actress, who in the past has battled addictions to drugs and alcohol, has checked into a rehab facility. (Aug 25, 2009)

A DAMNING report has found long waiting times and poor access to substance abuse programmes that could mean drug users are stuck in a cycle of addiction and crime. (Aug 25, 2009)

HOUMA — A 30-year-old who abused pain medicine while pregnant and passed the addiction to her unborn child pleaded guilty to a cruelty charge Monday. (Aug 25, 2009)

Melanie Griffith's publicist says the actress has returned to a rehab facility to "reinforce her commitment to stay healthy." (Aug 25, 2009)

A Minneapolis man is accused of stealing $5,600 in electronics from Target stores across the Twin Cities. Jerome Anthony Woodland, 42, faces felony theft charges for allegedly stealing items between July 6 and Aug. 21 to feed his drug addiction. (Aug 25, 2009)

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Drug Rehab Services is a fully functional drug and alcohol treatment resource center, which has a database of over 4000 different resources to help those in need. They have put together a new blog that will offer informative and very helpful posts all dedicated to the topic of drug rehab. ... (Aug 26, 2009)

Melanie Griffith is in rehab. (Aug 26, 2009)

Money to help the mentally ill and to treat and prevent alcohol and drug addiction was slashed by $10.8 million, as the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County approved cuts tonight to next year's budget and what remains of this year's. (Aug 26, 2009)

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