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Woodland continues with rehab
Former Kansas and Washburn golfer Gary Woodland is continuing his rehab after surgery sidelined him for much of his first season on the PGA Tour. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:55:04 GMT)

Narconon Drug Rehab Educates Children, Parents at County Fair
ATLANTA, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Narconon Drug Rehab Georgia has taken drug education to a new level - to the local county fair. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 02:08:50 GMT)

Nurses oppose acute rehab move
Nurses took to the streets last night to oppose the move of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit at Mills-Peninsula Health Services’ San Mateo facility to a skilled nursing facility. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:56:17 GMT)

Murphy health rehab
Murphy Health and Rehabilitation in Piggott recently teamed with Paragon Rehabilitation to provide quality services to the community. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 06:26:38 GMT)

Obituary: UCD physician renowned for his rehab expertise
Dr. David D. Kilmer, a nationally prominent expert in physical medicine and rehabilitation at UC Davis Health System, has died at age 52. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:00:12 GMT)

New poll shows bipartisan support to Americans for alcohol and drug addiction treatment
As the debate over health care reform continues on Capitol Hill, a new national poll shows broad, bipartisan support for ensuring that all Americans have access to alcohol and drug addiction treatment. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:02:56 GMT)

Pioneering And Innovative Research Into The Neurochemical Basis Of Substance Addiction
The European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) is pleased to announce Jean-Pol Tassin as the recipient of the 2009 ECNP Neuropsychopharmacology Award in Basic Science Research in recognition of his pioneering and innovative research into the neurochemical basis of substance addiction. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:13:19 GMT)

Researchers: Drug curbs addiction
UC Irvine researchers have discovered that a drug they say could treat cancer may also keep recovering cocaine addicts from relapsing into their habit, university officials said in a news release. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:21:45 GMT)

National Conference on Holistic Addiction Treatment, April 17-19, 2009 in Sacramento, California at the Hilton Arden ...
A National Conference on Holistic Addiction Treatment bringing together top clinicians in the country who have successfully treated alcohol and drug addictions as well as mental health conditions with targeted nutritional supplements. [PR.com - April 04, 2009] (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:22:06 GMT)

Producers sale raises $20,000 for Rehab
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Eighteen head of cattle, including two head of heavy beeves donated by area ranchers, four tons of feed from Angelo Pellets, plus speciality items sold at the annual Round-Up for Rehab sale Thursday in the Producers Livestock ring. The annual event benefits the West Texas Rehabilitation Center with campuses in San Angelo, Abilene and Ozona. In addition, several area ... (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 22:05:48 GMT)

Redmond O'Neal Moved from Jail to Rehab Program
The son of Ryan O'Neal and the late Farrah Fawcett is "coming to grips with addiction and recovery," his lawyer tells PEOPLE (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:07:06 GMT)

Heroin addiction spreads like wildfire in Russia
As the drug has poured into the country from Afghanistan in recent years, Russians' relative ignorance about its dangers has taken a huge toll, especially on the young. The young man named Anton is a member of Russia's "lost generation." (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:12:24 GMT)

Roundup For Rehab
DESPITE A SLOWER ECONOMY THIS YEAR -- THE SAN ANGELO "ROUNDUP FOR REHAB" DONATIONS HAVE TOTALED MORE THAN 48-THOUSAND DOLLARS. MARK STITZ HAS MORE ON TODAY'S AUCTION AT PRODUCERS LIVESTOCK. (Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:13:46 GMT)

PRMC celebrates Rehab Week
Peterson Regional Medical Center is celebrating National Rehab Awareness Week this week and held an open house for the public on Thursday to see the Acute Rehab Unit, located on the third floor of the hospital. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:43:06 GMT)

Graffiti project would aim to rehab juveniles
STOCKTON - County officials are looking for volunteers to help launch a project to clean up graffiti and other neighborhood blight. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:06:32 GMT)

Oneal Enters Rehab
REDMOND O'NEAL moved from a California prison cell into a drug rehab facility on Thursday (24Sep09) to continue his battle against addiction.The 24-year-old son of actor... (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:28:30 GMT)

Williams' addiction nearly killed him
Pop star Robbie Williams almost died after an addiction to prescription drugs he took to battle a deep depression spiralled out of control. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:41:02 GMT)

Robbie Williams' drug addiction almost killed him
Robbie Williams has told how his addiction to prescription drugs almost killed him. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:01:33 GMT)

Addiction crosses all economic lines
By Brian Hughes, Staff Writer Mitch Wade never lived under a bridge. He didn't sport a trench coat. Nor did he roam the streets with a brown paper bag concealing a bottle of wine. These stereotypes marginalize addiction and mask how widespread it is in the community, he said. Wade is a recovering alcoholic, now nine years sober. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:39:23 GMT)

Meeting to oppose rehab plan for Darwen
A protest meeting about a proposed rehab-ilitation centre to be built in Darwen for drug addicts and alcoholics, will be held at the United Reformed Church, Bolton Road, tonight at 6.30pm. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:20:21 GMT)

Care/rehab center earns national award
NEW LEXINGTON -- After receiving numerous localized awards during the years, one Perry County care and rehab center is pleased to receive its first national award. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:38:53 GMT)

Mexico Police Arrest 5 in Drug Rehab Executions
5 men accused of 45 Mexico murders, including 28 killed in rehab center attacks (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:00:39 GMT)

Beasley: Rehab 'lowest hour,' apologizes to Heat
Michael Beasley is apologizing to the Miami Heat, and calling his stay in a Houston rehab facility his "lowest hour." (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:15:53 GMT)

Mackenzie Phillips Completes Drug Rehab Through Narconon Louisiana
Hollywood actress is finally able to overcome life-long addiction through Narconon drug rehab program. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:59:00 GMT)

Michael Beasley: Rehab 'lowest hour,' apologizes to Heat
MIAMI - Michael Beasley is apologizing to the Miami Heat, and calling his stay in a Houston rehab facility his "lowest hour." Speaking out for the first time... (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:10:03 GMT)

SuperSorryBeas Calls Rehab "Lowest Hour"
Back with the Heat, Michael Beasley denies he was suicidal or has a substance abuse problem, but says he had the chance to get his life "organized" in rehab (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:21:40 GMT)

Robbie Williams’ Prescription Drug Addiction Almost Killed Him
Robbie Williams’ addiction to prescription drugs almost killed him. The ‘Bodies’ singer checked into rehab on his 33rd birthday in February 2007 after realizing he was “physically and mentally ill” from years of taking painkillers and anti-depressants. Speaking about his three-week stint at the Meadows treatment center in Arizona, Robbie said, “It was damn serious. Robbie Williams [...] (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:27:18 GMT)

Do we need a rehab clinic for multitaskers?
Do we need a rehab clinic for multitaskers? (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:03:31 GMT)

Beasley Talks About His Time In Rehab
For the first time since returning from rehab, Michael Beasley spoke about his experience on Friday. Beasley called rehab his "lowest hour." (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:46:46 GMT)

Rehab's Round-Up sale fetches $48,106
The 18th annual Round-Up For Rehab Sale, sponsored by Producers Livestock Auction, raised $20,000 from livestock sales and cash gifts Thursday. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 02:46:00 GMT)

Beasley calls stay in rehab “my lowest hour”
A stint in rehab made Michael Beasley apologetic, but it didn’t make him forthcoming. Beasley, a Miami Heat forward and former Kansas State star, said his offseason stay in a rehabilitation facility was his “lowest hour” and apologized to the Heat organization. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 03:23:17 GMT)

Steven Adler Plans DVD and Rehab Return
A top story from this week. 2010 will see Steven Adler returning to "Celebrity Rehab 3" and the worldwide release of his first instructional drum DVD (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 05:23:41 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. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 06:36:35 GMT)

Beating addiction for 10 years
Lisa Feliz enrolled in Napa County Adult Drug Court in 2000, thinking it was nothing more than a “get out of jail free” card. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:22:06 GMT)

Repeat offender's addiction-driven thefts lead to jail time
A Fredericton man who stole electronics from department stores on several occasions to feed his drug habit was sentenced to almost a year behind bars Friday. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:03:37 GMT)

O'Neal enters rehab
Redmond O'Neal moved from a California prison cell into a drug rehab facility on Thursday to continue his battle against addiction. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:14:05 GMT)

Surfing as Rehab for Those Fighting Addiction
Now clean, Darryl Virostko will teach surfing and other sports to patients undergoing supervised alcohol and drug rehabilitation. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:57:20 GMT)

Hundreds support addiction awareness in Hot Springs
Right now, it's National Recovery Month, and Saturday, the Quapaw House in Hot Springs, which helps those dealing with drug and alcohol addiction, hosted a recovery rally. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:57:58 GMT)

Attitude seems to play role in speed of rehab
BY CLAIRE MITCHEL This veteran of rehab centers spent most of a month observing the reactions of other people coping with a similar situation. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 05:04:05 GMT)

Ex-Jaguars wide receiver Jimmy Smith humiliated by drug arrest
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jimmy Smith said Friday he was "ashamed and humiliated" by an arrest on drug charges and that will fight to overcome his addiction. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 07:53:31 GMT)

Wood says he's headed to rehab after latest arrest
State Rep. Jeff Wood’s attorney has considerable credentials fighting drunken driving charges. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:52:47 GMT)

Bullock names drug council
HELENA - Montana Attorney General Steve Bullock last week announced the formation of a task force to develop a strategy to combat prescription drug abuse. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:14:05 GMT)

Nursing home expands rehab services to meet demand
GRANVILLE -- The rising demand for rehabilitative services has prompted a nursing home and rehabilitation center in Granville to expand. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:51:40 GMT)

A slave to addiction
For half his life, Owen Trebbell has been enslaved by heroin. As he begins a four-year prison sentence for burgling a disabled man, David Roberts talks to his father – the man who reported him to police – about life with a drug addict (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:08:43 GMT)

After long weekend in A.C., gay revelers go to Rehab
Miss Coco Peru calls numbers during the Sunday Rehab Brunch and Gay Bingo at Harrah’s Resort. The game was introduced to Atlantic City in 2001 but lost its home in 2006 with the closing of the Sands Casino Hotel. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:16:16 GMT)

H1N1 supplies steal space from rehab programs
Stockpiles of supplies for fighting an expected H1N1 pandemic this fall are crowding out some programs for patients in the Saskatoon Health Region. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:13:01 GMT)

California to reduce prison rehab program
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has sent out 1,443 layoff letters in an attempt to achieve a $1.2 billion reduction in their budget. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:15:23 GMT)

$500,000 for building rehab, and nothing to show for it
Besides getting $1.2 million in state health department money for HIV and AIDS prevention, the Let's Talk, Let's Test Foundation has also gotten $500,000 from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to buy and rehabilitate a nine-unit apartment building on the South Side. Let's Talk, Let's Test paid $379,000 in July 2007 to buy the building at 7948 S. Evans. The foundation ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:29:03 GMT)

Architect: Westdale building needs $15.3 million rehab
Linn supervisors will move into due diligence mode on the future of county offices after an architectural review of Steve & Barry’s showed it could cost $19 million to buy and rehab the building at Westdale Mall. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:57:12 GMT)

Oklahoma Sooners' Sam Bradford making progress with shoulder rehab
Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops says Sam Bradford is progressing in his rehab from a sprained shoulder, but a won't a decision on whether he'll play against No. 17 Miami won't be made until later in the week. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:06:41 GMT)

Six Signs of Caffeine Addiction
Caffeine withdrawal typically sets in after 12 to 24 hours of abstaining from caffeinated drinks. Caffeine alters mood and behavior, and it can also result in physical dependence, says Roland Griffiths, a professor in the departments of psychiatry and neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. "People are hesitant to think of it as a drug of addiction because it doesn't have a lot of ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:56:39 GMT)

Ex-'Celebrity Rehab' participant Tawny Kitaen arrested on DWI charge
U.S. actress Tawny Kitaen, who appeared in the reality show "Celebrity Rehab," has been arrested for driving while intoxicated, police say. Sgt. Shontel Sherwood of the Newport Beach, Calif., (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:37:29 GMT)

Kanye West Considering Rehab?
Is the recently camera-shy Kanye West really considering going to rehab? (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:42:11 GMT)

Scoop: Should stars go to rehab as apology? No, no, no
Rehab can be an important part of some celebrities' lives, but these days, some seem to feel that it's just another way of apologizing for some public gaffe. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:55:41 GMT)

Drug sting targets 70 residents in Kansas, Oklahoma
MIAMI, Okla. — An 18-year-old man wept Monday as law enforcement officers escorted him from his home. He was among the first to be arrested in a state-led drug sting targeting more than 70 residents in Oklahoma and Kansas. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:53:27 GMT)

5K race helps students outrun drug addiction
The KSU Collegiate Recovery Center (CRC) hosted its second annual Run for Recovery 5K on Saturday, Sept. 19 in order to raise money for future events and scholarships for people who are part of the CRC’s recovery community. The CRC is part of the Student Success Services Counseling Center and offers a community [...] (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:36:31 GMT)

Rockets' McGrady says rehab is ahead of schedule
Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady said Monday he's "far ahead of schedule" in his recovery from knee surgery and wants to show that he's still got a few good years left in him. The seven-time All-Star underwent a risky microfracture procedure on his left knee on Feb. 24, and doctors said his recovery could take up to 12 months. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:02:36 GMT)

Representative Jeff Wood Back in Rehab After Latest Arrest
State representative Jeff Wood of Bloomer says he has placed himself in rehab after his latest arrest. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:59:27 GMT)

Yeah, Kanye Just Needs Rehab [Gossip Roundup]
Is Kanye West considering rehab? Would Michael appreciate Janet's mournful gesture? Should we all just forget Mel Gibson's anti-Semitic ways? So many questions! Get some answers in your Tuesday... (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:13:55 GMT)

Drug clinic warns of heroin crisis
One of the country's busiest drug addiction clinics has warned 20 new users are seeking help every week last year. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:31:53 GMT)

Yeah, Kanye Just Needs Rehab
Is Kanye West considering rehab? Would Michael appreciate Janet’s mournful gesture? Should we all just forget Mel Gibson’s anti-Semitic ways? So many questions! Get some answers in your Tuesday morning gossip roundup…. (more…) (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:40:37 GMT)

Drug dealer, 35, jailed for four years
A drug dealer who was found wandering darkened streets in Wolverhampton on Christmas Day with 11 wraps of cocaine in his pockets has been jailed. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:48:21 GMT)

Tulare County's Adult Drug Court sees a drop in participants
More low-level drug offenders in Tulare County are choosing to serve jail time than pay thousands of dollars to participate in a program designed to help them kick their addiction and get their lives back on track, according to figures released this week by a Tulare County Superior Court judge. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:12:31 GMT)

Drug courts look to treat offenders’ behavior and addiction
Judge F.G. Rockwell III sat in his black robe at the front of courtroom five in Chesterfield Circuit Court on Sept. 16. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:55:18 GMT)

I, addict: centers begin Internet addiction treatment
In Fall City, Wash., a new detox center has opened, but it won't be helping those dealing with drug and alcohol problems. Heavensfield Health and Wellness Center is the first detox center for Internet addicts and home of reSTART: Internet Addiction Recovery Program. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:58:32 GMT)

McGrady says surgery rehab ahead of schedule
HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Rockets forward Tracy McGrady said Monday he's "far ahead of schedule" in his recovery from knee surgery and wants to show that he's still got a few good years left in him. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:58:44 GMT)

Campaign targets military teens' alcohol, drug use
Concerned about drug and alcohol use among teens in military families, three organizations are undertaking an online educational campaign on Wednesday to encourage parents and children to talk about substance abuse. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:43:41 GMT)

Bank heists may be drug-driven
Friends of a bank robbery suspect say the recent rash of heists could be linked to drug addiction. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:13:53 GMT)

Kanye West Rehab Rumor Denied
Reports Kanye West is set to check into rehab have been angrily denied by the rapper’s friends. It had been claimed that the Stronger hitmaker — who caused controversy when he stormed the stage during Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech at the MTV VMAs earlier this month — was planning to seek treatment for his alcohol problem [...] (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:57:21 GMT)

Article: Mindy McCready Defends Her ‘Celebrity Rehab’ Roommate Mackenzie Phillips
There has been plenty of fallout from Mackenzie Phillips’ shocking revelations last week that she had a decade-long sexual relationship with her father. And for the first time, her “Celebrity Rehab” roommate, Mindy McCready, opens up to Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson, revealing what Mackenzie told her about the “One Day At A Time” star’s dark family secret. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:00:15 GMT)

Janus of Santa Cruz hosts pilot study of virtual reality drug treatment
SANTA CRUZ - Drug addiction counselors usually frown on patients dipping into alternate "realities," but a Santa Cruz non-profit agency this week will become what a researcher says is the first clinic to use a virtual reality system to treat drug addiction. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 02:45:09 GMT)

Drug addiction recovery center breaks city ordinances
One of the community's most brightly colored buildings also represents a bright future for Detroiters struggling against addiction. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:01:56 GMT)

Janus of Santa Cruz hosts pilot study of virtual reality drug treatment
SANTA CRUZ -- Drug addiction counselors usually frown on patients dipping into alternate "realities," but a Santa Cruz nonprofit agency this week will become what a researcher says is the first clinic to use a virtual reality system to treat drug addiction. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:47:29 GMT)

UM researchers drawn into strange addiction
Doctor who studied effects of narcotics died after using 'bupe'; partner arrested on drug charges Clinton McCracken and Carrie John knew all about addictions and obsessive behavior. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:25:45 GMT)

Treating Addiction Cuts Health Care Costs - 'Let's Put Our Money Where The Savings Are' Says Howard Meitiner ...
When it comes to drug and alcohol abuse, the allocation of federal and state health care dollars is just plain backward, asserts Howard Meitiner, President and CEO of Phoenix House, the nation's leading non-profit alcohol and drug abuse treatment and prevention agency. In a thought-provoking opinion piece on the Phoenix House blog, Rising Above Addiction, Mr. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:14:29 GMT)

Local family’s life includes drug addiction
Five years ago Beth Andrews’ life was on track. Her job was going well and her daughter and two sons were active in the church and community. She taught Sunday school and her kids participated in church activities and the annual Ahwatukee (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:39:10 GMT)

Amy Winehouse, rapper: 'Rehab' singer tries rhyming with a few friends
Of all the cringe-worthy things Amy Winehouse has done, her new attempt at rapping might be at the top of the list. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:03:00 GMT)

Chalmers sets record straight on why no rehab requirement like Beasley
The rest of the story proved to be that there was no story. While Heat forward Michael Beasley was spending the latter stages of the summer in a Houston substance-abuse rehab center, teammate Mario Chalmers was visiting with friends in Alaska and then working out at AmericanAirlines Arena. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:05:22 GMT)

Santa Cruz agency starts pilot study of virtual reality drug treatment
SANTA CRUZ — Drug addiction counselors usually frown on patients dipping into alternate "realities," but a Santa Cruz non-profit agency this week will become what a researcher says is the first clinic to use a virtual reality system to treat drug addiction. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:37:19 GMT)

Prescriptions now biggest cause of fatal drug overdoses
Addiction to prescription painkillers which kill thousands of Americans a year has become a largely unrecognized epidemic, experts say. In fact, prescription drugs cause most of the more than 26,000 fatal overdoses each year, says Leonard Paulozzi of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:26:58 GMT)