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Teens Honored For Anti-Drug Poetry
Three teenagers who wrote about how drug addiction touched their lives are honored at Jackson County's 15th annual drug awareness picnic. (Sat, 12 Sep 2009 23:35:59 GMT)

Drug addicts march for recovery
September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, and it is a time for former addicts to celebrate sobriety. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:06:46 GMT)

Former drug addicts share their success stories at COMBAT event
It took losing custody of her son for LaShae Burgin-Shaw to realize that her addiction to marijuana was ruining her life. For years, the south Kansas City resident got high almost every day smoking marijuana. Burgin-Shaw, 18, eventually sought treatment, and now her life is slowing turning around. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 03:17:16 GMT)

38 Kazakh killed in drug rehab fire
At least 38 people have lost their lives in a blaze that broke out in a drug rehab clinic in the Central Asian Republic of Kazakhstan, the country's emergencies ministry says. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:52:19 GMT)

In Oprah Winfrey interview, Whitney Houston says her mother used police to get her to drug rehab
It took an ambush by a desperate mother, with police in tow, to save Whitney Houston's life, the singer told Oprah Winfrey in an explosive two-part interview. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 06:01:00 GMT)

38 Killed in Kazakhstan Drug Rehab Clinic Fire
Officials in Kazakhstan say 38 people were killed in a fire at a drug treatment center early Sunday. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 06:26:29 GMT)

Dozens die in Kazakh rehab clinic fire
Thirty-eight people were killed in a fire early Sunday at a drug treatment center in Kazakhstan, officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 06:53:45 GMT)

38 Killed in Fire at Kazakh Drug Rehab Clinic
A fire at a drug treatment center in southern Kazakhstan killed 38 people early Sunday, officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 08:32:47 GMT)

Huge fire kills 38 at Kazakhstan drug rehab centre
Thirty-eight people were killed on Sunday when a fire ripped through a drugs treatment facility in a city outside Kazakhstan's largest city Almaty, emergency officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:31:25 GMT)

Run, Walk, And Roll For Rehab
Today you have a chance to run for a good cause. It's the second annual "Run, Walk And Roll For Rehab" race. The 5k and one-mile event will take place at 230pm on a course through downtown Greenville, and East Carolina University. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:29:54 GMT)

38 killed in fire at Kazakh drug rehab clinic
A fire at a drug treatment center in southern Kazakhstan killed 38 people early Sunday, officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:07:17 GMT)

Huge fire kills 37 at Kazakhstan drug rehab centre
Thirty-seven people were killed Sunday when a fire ripped through a decrepit drugs treatment facility in the former Soviet republic of Kazakhstan, emergency officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:25:47 GMT)

Drug Abuse and Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and what you can do Part II
What makes drug addiction problems so challenging to face, as opposed to other mental or physical problems? (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:06:25 GMT)

37 killed in fire at Kazakh drug rehab clinic
Fire roared through a drug treatment center in Kazakhstan with a history of safety violations on Sunday, killing 37 people Sunday as patients tried to escape through barred windows, officials said. (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 17:03:47 GMT)

37 killed in fire at Kazakh drug rehab clinic
Fire roared through a drug treatment center in Kazakhstan with a history of safety violations, killing 37 people Sunday as patients tried to escape through barred windows, officials said. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:35:45 GMT)

Half of prisons lack drug treatments for opiate addiction
Though more than 200,000 heroin addicts are incarcerated every year in the United States, many prisons still lack pharmaceutical treatment for opiate addiction, according to a new study by researchers from Miriam Hospital, Brown University and their cooperative Center for Prisoner Health and Human Rights. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 03:20:03 GMT)

Drug Court Helps Man Break Addition
Brown and Outagamie counties have recently created their own drug courts. They're designed to give repeat offenders, whose crimes are driven by addiction, a chance to break the cycle. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 03:38:44 GMT)

Rehab Group, Inc. (RHB): Zacks Rank Buy
This medical services provider has been advancing since bottoming out late last year. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:00:00 GMT)

Gillespie in rehab
After being accused of his third alcohol related offense, former Texas A&M Basketball Coach Billy Gillespie checked himself into rehab. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:53:06 GMT)

Addiction program for women will end
A program that houses women with addiction problems and their children throughout their treatment time will close Dec. 31 because of decreased funding, the nonprofit Seabrook House confirmed last week. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:17:19 GMT)

Call for drug users to help beat addiction
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Commentary: New face of addiction in America
Addiction in America has a new face: prescription drugs. Last year, prescription drugs replaced heroin and cocaine as the leading cause of deadly overdoses. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:47:35 GMT)

Fire at Kazakh drug rehab clinic was not arson
Kazakhstan's top police official says investigators have ruled out arson in a fire that killed 37 people at a drug treatment facility this weekend. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:25:00 GMT)

Investigators: millions embezzled in Bolshoi rehab
Russia's top investigative body said Monday that millions of dollars have been misspent in the reconstruction of the renowned Bolshoi Theater. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:06:43 GMT)

Chesapeake rehab center to offer place for second chances
CHESAPEAKE Whatever the vice, Chris Gadow can't offer any guarantees. But he knows what it's like to be in trouble. He's guzzled a fifth of liquor, downed some pills and smoked some weed in a few hours time. He's robbed a few stores and done time in the pen. He's gotten out, then spent his last dime feeding his crack habit. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:47:18 GMT)

Gillen to Participate in National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month Events
PROVIDENCE, RI (September 10, 2009)—Jim Gillen, coordinator of recovery services at The Providence Center, will participate tomorrow at the 20th annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month press conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:50:11 GMT)

Dancing With The Stars: Kelly Osbourne Talks Drug Addiction And Dancing
Does anyone realize that Kelly Osbourne has rejected the opportunity to join Dancing With The Stars nine times? With the recent news that she has joined the fall 2009 cast, Kelly opened up to E! News about her battle with painkillers and her decision to finally appear on the show… Kelly admitted that at times she was taking up to 50 Vicodin [...] SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Dancing With The ... (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:51:36 GMT)

European Tour Notebook: Kaymer begins to rehab after foot surgery
COLOGNE, Germany (PA) -- Martin Kaymer, the European Tour's leading money-winner this season, began training again on Monday in the hope that he could be fit to return to action late next month. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:43:22 GMT)

Whitney Houston drug confession
DIVA tells Oprah she 'totally forgot' she was a singer in the depths of her drug addiction (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:56:52 GMT)

National Drug Czar to headline annual Red Ribbon Week Kick-Off Breakfast at South Miami Hospital
National Family Partnership affiliated with Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership, together with South Miami Hospital’s Addiction Treatment Program will present R. Gil Kerlikowske, Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), as the keynote speaker for the annual Red Ribbon Week Kick-Off breakfast at South Miami Hospital – Victor E. Clarke Education ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:00:39 GMT)

Positive signs for DiPietro in his rehab
SASKATOON, Saskatchewan - Injured Islanders goaltender Rick DiPietro made significant progress in his recovery when he took shots during training camp Monday. DiPietro, who began skating lightly last month to rehab his injured knee and recently began skating in pads, has taken the next step in his return by facing shots during practice, an encouraging development for those within the ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:51:04 GMT)

Big Unit continues rehab
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Randy Johnson was encouraged with his performance in a simulated game Monday and hopes to return to pitch out of the bullpen for the San Francisco Giants during the stretch run. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:29:57 GMT)

U.S. addiction at pandemic levels
BALTIMORE, Sept. 15 (UPI) -- Untreated alcohol and drug addiction in the United States remains at pandemic levels, with little change from year to year, an expert says. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:41:45 GMT)

Rehab center opens for Web addicts
Ben Alexander spent nearly every waking minute playing the video game "World of Warcraft." As a result, he flunked out of the University of Iowa. Photo caption: "I don't think I'll go back to 'World of Warcraft' anytime soon," says Ben Alexander, 19, at the ReSTART center. He flunked out of college after playing the game 17 hours a day. Photo by Associated Press (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:08:28 GMT)

Whitney Houston - Houston Took Daughter To Rehab With Her
WHITNEY HOUSTON took her daughter BOBBI KRISTINA to rehab with her as she attempted to kick her cocaine habit - so she could fully explain what had gone wrong in her... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:30:04 GMT)

Honoring people recovering from addiction and those helping them
This month marks the 20th year the nation gives special recognition to people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and those who work with the recovering addicts. In Collier County, four women will be honored this year for their contribution to the recovery process. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:09:51 GMT)

Whitney Houston 'saved by mother'
Whitney Houston's mother saved her from drug addiction by forcing her into rehab, the singer says in her first big interview for years. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:22:29 GMT)

Drug addiction wrecked Whitney Houston's life
London, Sept 15 : Singer Whitney Houston has admitted that her cocaine addiction had wrecked her life. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:24:48 GMT)

Rehab home finds a victory
An Orange County Superior Court judge has sided with a local drug and alcohol recovery home after Newport Beach sued the center for allegedly violating a 2007 citywide ban on opening new rehabilitation homes. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:38:42 GMT)

September is Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month
The Oswego County Legislature recently proclaimed September 2009 as Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month with a presentation to the Oswego County Division of Mental Hygiene. All county residents are encouraged to embrace this year’s theme, “Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Learn, Together We Heal.” (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:22:30 GMT)

Whitney Houston Talks Drug Addiction
Whitney Houston has poured her heart out to Oprah Winfrey about how she battled back from drug addiction. The diva’s first album in seven years, I Look To You, went straight to... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:05:15 GMT)

Whitney Houston took daughter to rehab with her
September 15: WHITNEY HOUSTON took her daughter BOBBI KRISTINA to rehab with her as she attempted to kick her cocaine habit - so she could fully explain what had gone wrong in her mother's life. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:33:18 GMT)

Prisoners lack drug addiction treatment
PROVIDENCE, R.I., Sept. 15 (UPI) -- Nearly one-quarter of a million people addicted to heroin are incarcerated annually, but many U.S. prisons have no addiction treatment, researchers say. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:41:43 GMT)

Pleasant Hill rehab center faces restrictions
Limits on the number of residents, outdoor activities and other conditions could be attached to use permit. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:31:03 GMT)

"Kansas" Co-founder Moved To Rehab Hospital
Kansas co-founder Kerry Livgren, 59, is now at a rehab hospital to continue his recovery from a stroke. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:35:13 GMT)

Harmarville, Sewickley rehab facilities plan events
National Rehabilitation Week will be celebrated Sept. 20 through 26. The event is in recognition of the positive effects of rehabilitation and the accomplishments of people with disabilities. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:02:23 GMT)

Whitney Houston says she is "drug-free"
Singer Whitney Houston said in an interview aired on Tuesday that she is drug-free as she embarks on a career comeback, and that her faith guides her through her ongoing fight to stay clean. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:56:37 GMT)

Profile | Dennis Hopper: Former bad boy can relate to character just out of rehab
PASADENA, Calif. -- For Dennis Hopper, it's deja vu all over again. The actor, who has become a legend in his own time for films such as Easy Rider, Apocalypse Now and Blue Velvet, is reliving his past in his latest role on Crash. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:06:58 GMT)

DUMBO drug rehab facility goes green
DUMBO is so cutting-edge that even longtime neighborhood tenant Phoenix House is going green. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:25:04 GMT)

Whitney Houston says MJ's addiction mirrored her own drug past
Washington, Sep 16 : Whitney Houston has confessed that she was shocked to hear the news of Michael Jackson's death, and even went on to relate her own struggle with drugs to the King of Pop's addiction to painkillers. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:51:59 GMT)

10 gunned down in Mexico rehab center
Gunmen have stormed a rehab center in a city on the frontline of Mexico's drug war, shooting dead at least 10 people and critically wounding two others, police said Wednesday. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:24:05 GMT)

Burt Reynolds Enters Drug Rehab
Actor checks himself into Florida rehab for painkiller addiction (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:49:32 GMT)

Burt Reynolds enters Fla. rehab for pill addiction
Actor Burt Reynolds has checked himself into a rehab facility in West Palm Beach to be treated for an addiction to painkillers. Reynolds' manager Erik Kritzer said in a statement Wednesday that the "Smokey and the Bandit" star was struggling after a recent back surgery and "realized that he was in the prison of prescription pain pills." (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:13:19 GMT)

Burt Reynolds goes to drug rehab, manager says
Burt Reynolds checked into a drug rehab clinic "to regain control of his life" after becoming addicting to painkillers prescribed following back surgery, his manager said. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:33:55 GMT)

Manager: Burt Reynolds treated for drug abuse
Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers, his manager said Wednesday. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:31:02 GMT)

Show backs addiction recovery
The theme of a free concert Sunday to celebrate National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month is "Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Learn, Together We Heal." (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:13:23 GMT)

Burt Reynolds treated for drug addiction
Actor Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug-rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:43:16 GMT)

Best of the Rest: Burt Reynolds in rehab, Uma Thurman ready to get back to work
Burt Reynolds has checked into rehab. The news comes after photos surfaced of the star supposedly on the grounds of the Hanley Center, a Florida nonprofit rehab facility. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:01:00 GMT)

Burt Reynolds treated for addiction to painkillers
Actor Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:24:17 GMT)

Reynolds released from drug rehab
Actor Burt Reynolds is discharged from a drug rehabilitation centre after treatment for painkiller addiction, his manager says. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:58:24 GMT)

Burt Reynolds Checks In And Out Of Rehab
Hollywood star Burt Reynolds has been released from rehab after receiving treatment for an addiction to painkillers. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:58:40 GMT)

Star treated for drug addiction
HOLLYWOOD star Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation centre where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:09:18 GMT)

Burt Reynolds' rehab shock
Actor Burt Reynolds has sought help at a Florida rehab clinic for a prescription medication addiction, but has now been released. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:00:00 GMT)

The Strokes - Rehab Rumours Over Strokes Hammond Jr
THE STROKES rocker ALBERT HAMMOND JR. has checked into rehab, according to U.S. tabloid reports.The guitarist was due to DJ at the Photopass Exhibition at the Aaron... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:51:14 GMT)

Reynolds fights drug addiction
Burt Reynolds has gone public with his battle against an addiction to painkillers, hoping his story will help others in a similar situation. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:56:55 GMT)

Actor in rehab, reportedly found in pool of blood
Burt Reynolds has returned to normal life, after completing the rehab session that he had joined for getting rid of painkiller addiction, following an allegedly grisly and bizarre incident in late August. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:20:47 GMT)

Burt Reynolds Enters Fla. Rehab
Burt Reynolds Checks Himself Into Fla. Rehab Because Of Painkiller Addiction (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:02 GMT)

Rehab rumours over Strokes' Hammond Jr.
The Strokes rocker Albert Hammond Jr. has checked into rehab, according to tabloid reports. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:26:02 GMT)

Burt Reynolds out of Drug Rehab
'Boogie Nights' Star out of rehab (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:34:54 GMT)

Addiction recovery month marked with Great Falls pow-wow
September marks the 20th anniversary of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, and in Great Falls, Gordon Plain Bull is organizing a pow-wow to mark the occasion. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:02:27 GMT)

Actor Burt Reynolds in rehab
Actor Burt Reynolds has checked himself into a rehab facility in West Palm Beach to be treated for an addiction to painkillers. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:55:24 GMT)

Addiction services funding cut; whole community suffers
State cuts to Mahoning County's drug and alcohol addiction services could mean serious problems for the whole community. The state has cut a quarter of the funding for local addiction services eliminating nearly a half a million dollars over the past two years. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:21:00 GMT)

Burt Reynolds' rehab shock
Actor Burt Reynolds has sought help at a Florida rehab clinic for a prescription medication addiction, but has now been released. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:35:08 GMT)

Mexico closes drug rehab centers after attacks
Authorities have closed 10 unregistered drug rehabilitation centers in Ciudad Juarez and say they are going after others they fear may serve as cover or recruiting grounds for drug trafficking gangs in the violence-plagued city across from El Paso, Texas. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:56:02 GMT)

John Reaves, former Gators QB and current father-in-law of Lane Kiffin, fights drug and alcohol addiction
Former Gators QB, and Kiffin relative, fights addiction TAMPA — (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:56:35 GMT)

Drug dealers get sentences, and advice, from judge
A state prison sentence might not seem like much of a gift.But a Lancaster County judge presented it that way Thursday to two convicted drug dealers.To one, Judge David Ashworth suggested, prison could be a chance to get the serious rehabilitation she needs to shake her addiction to drugs.To the oth... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:21:12 GMT)

Charity to help Bristol drug addicts is set to move in
A charity which helps drug users and alcoholics kick their addiction has been given permission to use a house in Redland as a hostel. St Vincent's was formerly based in Hotwells but recently moved to a house in Manor Park. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:21:17 GMT)

Burt Reynolds smiles during rehab walk - picture
Movie idol Burt Reynolds puts on a brave face at a rehab clinic treating him for addiction to painkillers. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:17:56 GMT)

Face of drug addiction, dealers changing in Tazewell County
Bluefield (WVVA) - The war on drugs continues in Tazewell County, and during a press conference Thursday morning, officials in Tazewell County announced 14 new indictments, all for drug related charges. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:15:29 GMT)

Burt Reynolds' rehab shock
Actor Burt Reynolds has sought help at a Florida rehab clinic for a prescription medication addiction, but has now been released. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:19:36 GMT)

Burt Reynolds treated for drug abuse
MIAMI -- Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers, his manager said. The star of "Smokey and the Bandit,""Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights" began str (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:15:09 GMT)

Rogers on Fighting the Epidemic of Drug Abuse
Whether I'm home in Kentucky or working in Washington, it is impossible to escape the realities of drug abuse and addiction. Southern and Eastern Kentucky knows all too well about the horrors of drug abuse that has hit our region hard. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:07:31 GMT)

Official urges closing N. Las Vegas rehab center
The chief executive of University Medical Center is recommending the closure of a physical rehabilitation center in North Las Vegas. Kathy Silver told Clark County commissioners on Thursday in a special meeting that closing Rancho Rehab would save $1.4 million. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:48:31 GMT)

Little Progress in Cutting Drug Use as Treatment Resources Continue to Lag
The U.S. has made little progress in cutting the rate of illicit drug use since 2002 -- in part because addiction treatment remains difficult to access -- and a pair of prominent and closely watched national surveys offer mixed and sometimes divergent perspectives on adolescent drug-use trends. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:49:50 GMT)

360-pound Lake Worth man confesses to robbing restaurants to feed his drug addiction
A Lake Worth man confessed to robbing two restaurants within blocks of his home, twice each, in the last week, all to feed his prescription drug addiction, authorities say. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:50:57 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal to leave jail, enter rehab
Prosecutors say Redmond O'Neal has pleaded no contest to bringing drugs to a jail facility and will be sent to a yearlong rehab program. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office says the son of actors Ryan O'Neal and Farrah Fawcett entered his plea Friday. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:04:54 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal to leave jail, enter rehab
Prosecutors say Redmond O'Neal has pleaded no contest to bringing drugs to a jail facility and will be sent to a year-long rehab program. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:17:15 GMT)

Heat's Beasley at finish line of stint in Houston rehab center
Michael Beasley's extended tenure at a Houston rehab facility has reached its finish line. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:49:18 GMT)

Dustin Frost Released From Rehab
Dustin Frost was released from a rehab clinic on Friday, and his doctors say he may be able to return to work in the months ahead. Frost is the Montana director for Congressman Denny Rehberg. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 04:40:43 GMT)

Burt Reynolds Ends Stay in Rehab
Legendary actor and Hollywood hunk Burt Reynolds checked into - and then out of - the Hanley Center rehab facility in West Palm Beach, after he "realized that he was in the prison of prescription pain pills," according to a statement from his manager Erik Kritzer. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:04:33 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal ordered to rehab
Redmond O'Neal, the son of the late actress Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O'Neal, is ordered to go to drug rehab for at least a year (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:45:48 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal ordered to rehab
Redmond O'Neal, the son of the late actress Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O'Neal, is ordered to go to drug rehab for at least a year (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:46:59 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal to Leave Jail, Ordered to Rehab
Redmond O'Neal , the son of Ryan O'Neal and the late Farrah Fawcett , has pleaded no contest to bringing heroin to a jail facility and will be transferred from jail into a yearlong rehab program, the Associated Press reports . News: Redmond O'Neal violates probation, could face prison time A Los Angeles judge also ordered three years of probation and a six-year suspended state prison sentence ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:15:36 GMT)

Sept. 17, 2009: Burt Reynolds' rehab, Dan Brown's million-seller and Osa bin Laden's book blurbs.
Actor Burt Reynolds, 73, reportedly entered rehab for alcohol and drug abuse. E! Online reported that back pain led to an addiction to prescription pain pills. The National Enquirer reported he was also abusing alcohol. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 20:09:57 GMT)

Residents Attend Alcohol and Drug Recovery Symposium
Area residents are taking brave steps in the fight against alcohol and drug addiction.. and they're supporting each other along the way. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 02:16:53 GMT)

Theft of safe to fund drug habit nets man monitoring, probation
LAPORTE COUNTY | A man who broke into a popular LaPorte-area restaurant and stole a safe to feed a drug addiction was sentenced Friday. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:03:54 GMT)

Providence St. Mary plans 'Rehab Olympics'
WALLA WALLA — Living life to the fullest takes courage; sometimes you need help from caring people. After serious injury or a stroke, patients go through rehabilitation to help restore them to the best quality of life possible. To mark National Rehabilitation Week, Sept. 20-26, Providence St. Mary Medical Center will offer special events, to spread the word about rehab. This includes an open ... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 06:08:14 GMT)

Manager: Burt Reynolds treated for drug abuse
MIAMI—Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers, his manager said Wednesday. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:36:18 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal sentenced to rehab
Redmond O'Neal, Farrah Fawcett's son, is sentenced to a rehab clinic after heroin was found in his car while visiting a prison. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:04:54 GMT)

Afghanistan's drug problem may 'kill a generation'
Afghanistan supplies 90 per cent of the world's opium and heroin, a staggering number that often overshadows the country's own epidemic of drug addiction. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:14:05 GMT)

Overcoming a cutting addiction
A Hanover woman shares her story about her addiction to self injury and road to recovery. When she was 14 years old, Jessica Smith got into a fight with a boy and he called her names. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 17:27:22 GMT)

Beasley expected to leave rehab program
Michael Beasley’s time in rehab may be behind him by now. Reports from Miami have said that Beasley, who spent one season at Kansas State before heading off to the NBA and the Miami Heat, was expected to be released soon from a Houston-area rehabilitation program. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:05:26 GMT)

Shannon Rehab Center Celebrates National Rehab Week, September 20-26
Below are some positive facts about rehab that you may know: Rehabilitation is an integral part of healthcare and a tremendous component in providing patients with positive outcomes. Rehabilitation is a medical specialty which helps restore people affected by potentially disabling disease or traumatic injury to good health and functional, productive lives and also helps minimize physical or ... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:03:24 GMT)

Addiction seminar addresses concerns, trends and options
NEWTON The Center for Prevention and Counseling is presenting the seminar, “Addiction: Why Can’t They Just Stop, the Sussex County Substance Abuse Conference,” on Friday, Oct. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:08:58 GMT)

Steven Adler Plans DVD and Rehab Return
2010 will see Steven Adler returning to "Celebrity Rehab 3" and the worldwide release of his first instructional drum DVD (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:39:01 GMT)

Heat's Michael Beasley is scheduled to leave a Houston rehab center
Michael Beasley Sr. said Saturday that his son is scheduled to leave a Houston rehab center today and expects the Miami Heat to experience a more mature player upon the second-year... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:40:26 GMT)

Police target ecstasy drug use
Federal law enforcement officials in the province are hoping a new national initiative designed to raise awareness of the synthetically produced drug ecstasy will prevent young people from falling into a dangerous trap. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:07:54 GMT)

Carter cabinet member Califano speaks on raising drug-free kids
Joseph Califano Jr., a former U.S. Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, speaks in Edina tonight on how parents can raise drug-free kids. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:59:42 GMT)

Manager: Burt Reynolds treated for drug abuse
MIAMI - Burt Reynolds has been released from a drug rehabilitation center where he was being treated for an addiction to painkillers, his manager said (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:29:02 GMT)

Super Cool Beas Back After Rehab Stint
Michael Beasley has rejoined the Heat after he was released from a drug rehab center yesterday, ready to put down the pot and pickup the pieces of his NBA career. The troubled forward was expected to work out with teammates this morning at... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:36:21 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal to leave jail, ordered to rehab
Redmond O'Neal, the son of Ryan O'Neal and the late Farrah Fawcett, has pleaded no contest to bringing heroin to a jail and will be transferred into a yearlong rehab program. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:41:12 GMT)

New addiction board emphasizes widespread need
The American Board of Addiction Medicine, founded in 2007, started board certifying physicians in all specialties in addiction medicine this year. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:28:25 GMT)

Beasley back with Heat following rehab
Michael Beasley rejoined his Miami Heat teammates Monday following a monthlong stay in a rehabilitation facility to address substance abuse and other issues. Beasley took part in a voluntary offseason workout and quickly drew rave reviews from coaches, many of whom were able to visit and work with him during the rehab stint. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra personally saw Beasley three times in the ... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:48:48 GMT)

Heat Forward Michael Beasley Rejoins Heat After Rehab
After spending a month in rehab to address substance abuse issues, Michael Beasley has returned to the Heat to begin preparing for the 2009-10 season. According to ESPN.com, Beasley took part in a voluntary offseason workout and does not appear to have missed a beat since last season. While specifics about his problem and his rehab program have been kept under wraps, all indications say the ... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:54:52 GMT)

Addiction center unveils new name
The addiction recovery center known as the Kent House celebrates its 30th anniversary by announcing their new name, Bridgemark Addiction Recovery Services. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 22:20:52 GMT)

Major Road Rehab Project Nears End
Caltrans crews are in the home stretch of a major road rehab project along Highway 101 in San Luis Obispo. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:38:03 GMT)

NBA | Beasley returns to Heat after a stay in rehab facility
NBA Forward spent a month in rehab facility: Michael Beasley rejoined Miami Heat teammates Monday after a monthlong stay in a rehabilitation... (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:44:12 GMT)

Heart Hospital awarded cardiac rehab program
The Heart Hospital Cardiac Rehab has been awarded its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Cardiac rehab programs are designed to limit the physiological and psychological effects of cardiac illness, reduce the risk of sudden death or relapse and control cardiac symptoms. The Heart Hospital Cardiac Rehab program is ... (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:32:11 GMT)

Beasley returns to Heat after rehab stint
Michael Beasley rejoined his Miami Heat teammates Monday after a month-long stay in a rehabilitation facility to address substance abuse and other issues. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:34:07 GMT)

Drug-addict man kills father, injures brother
Moga, Sept 22 (PTI) A drug-addict man allegedly killed his 70-year-old father and injured his brother over a property dispute in Lande village of Baghapurana subdivision of the district, police said today. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:22:01 GMT)

Doctor tells Reno group prescription drug abuse can lead to heroin
An addiction medicine specialist in the San Francisco Bay Area warned Washoe County anti-drug advocates Monday that not medically treating prescription drug addicts causes them to turn to heroin because physical withdrawal symptoms are so severe. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:44:41 GMT)

Man blames his drug problem for multi-county crime spree
NORRISTOWN — A former Bridgeport man has implied a drug problem led him to a three-week robbery spree at banks, gas stations and convenience stores in Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:54:16 GMT)

Cardiac Rehab summer picnic set for Thursday
All former Cardiac Rehab participants and guests are encouraged to join the staff of Skiff’s Cardiac Rehab for the annual picnic scheduled for 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the west shelter house at Maytag Park. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:29:19 GMT)

New Rehab Department up and running at Melrose Clinic
Another of the domino-like construction and remodeling projects at the Melrose Clinic has fallen into place. The new Rehab Department is now fully operational, although some areas remain to be completed. The Melrose Pharmacy moved into the former Rehab Department space this week. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:00:41 GMT)

Panel to discuss local prescription drug addiction problem
The panel will talk about the availability of drugs, the prescription monitoring program and the impact of addiction in the community. The meeting is free and open to the public. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:18:40 GMT)

Cancer drug may prevent cocaine relapse behavior
(PhysOrg.com) -- A drug in development to treat cancer could help prevent relapse behavior in people trying to overcome an addiction to cocaine, according to a new study by UC Irvine neuroscientists. (Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:59:59 GMT)

Niese continuing rehab with eye on '10
Niese continuing rehab with eye on '10 (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:30:11 GMT)

Coming to grips with an addiction
Editor's note: This is the first installment in a series of articles on addiction. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:20:18 GMT)

ShareHouse to offer addiction evaluations
In recognition of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction and Recovery Month, ShareHouse is offering a limited number of free evaluations in September to individuals with chemical abuse addictions. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:20:47 GMT)

NW side gets center for addiction therapy
Desert Star Addiction Recovery Center opened Tuesday at 7493 N. Oracle Road, near Ina Road. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:11:55 GMT)

SCHOOLBOY AMONG 16 NABBED FOR DRUG ADDICTION
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- A 17-year-old schoolboy was among 16 people detained when they tested positive for drug addiction in an ongoing integrated police operation in Ampang Jaya here. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:58:07 GMT)

Schoolboy Among 16 Nabbed For Drug Addiction
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- A 17-year-old schoolboy was among 16 people detained when they tested positive for drug addiction in an ongoing integrated police operation in Ampang Jaya here. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:10:59 GMT)

Leftover grant money may fund housing rehab
BARRE - The South Barre water main replacement project is 95 percent complete, and selectmen learned this week $86,000 of the $800,000 Community Development Block Grant has not been spent. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:33:00 GMT)

Vietnam pledges to help Cambodia in drug control
Vietnam is ready to help Cambodia in drug prevention and control, Deputy Prime Minister Truong Vinh Trong assured in Phnom Penh on September 22. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:08:08 GMT)

Skinny Trinny Woodall makes her first public foray since admitting to battle with drink and drug addiction
Skinny Trinny Woodall makes her first public foray since admitting to battle with drink and drug addiction (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:35:43 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal to leave jail, enter rehab
LOS ANGELES -- Prosecutors say Redmond O'Neal has pleaded no contest to bringing drugs to a jail facility and will be sent to a yearlong rehab program. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office says the son of actors Ryan O'N (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:15:29 GMT)

Celebrating 20 Years of Helping Women Beat Addiction
September marks the 20th anniversary of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery month. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:20:22 GMT)

Rapids Oxford House Opens for Men Recovering from Addiction
Drug or alcohol addiction can be incredibly difficult to overcome, and that's why officials are opening the Rapids Oxford House, a home for men recovering from addiction. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:22:30 GMT)

Poll: Americans Would Pay a Tax or Insurance Premium to Cover Addiction Treatment
Americans would pay a sin tax or a $2 insurance premium to cover alcohol and drug addiction coverage. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:22:57 GMT)

Narconon Drug Rehab Educates Children, Parents at County Fair
Narconon Drug Rehab Georgia has taken drug education to a new level - to the local county fair. While most adult attendees of the fair were interested in the arts and crafts, winning a prize at the concession stands, or seeing who won the 4-H events, they also wanted to know what was in the Narconon Georgia Drug Education Booth. (Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:25:00 GMT)

Found: Rehab Center From the Future
photo: Photo: Daniel Salo Click on the thumbnails below for a closer look at rehabilitation in the year 2019. What do you think our world will look like in 10, 20, or 100 years? We need your help creating a new artifact from the future for every issue of Wired magazine. Each month, we'll propose a scenario and ask for your prognostications. Sketch out your vision, then return here to upload your ... (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:39:37 GMT)