Release denial upheld
Attending psychiatrist Dr. Klebert Jones said in 2012 that Ard displayed no underlying mental issues and believed the violent behavior was triggered by a drug and alcohol addiction. Jones disapproved of the court's practice of using medical records and … Read more on Thegardenisland.com

Yes it's a hospital, but get rid of green Jell-O anyway
"We have a lot of individuals, particularly the homeless vets or rehab patients who may have problems with drugs or alcohol, so we have to be very careful with them," he said. "Patients who may have been dependent on drugs, you … The Haywood County … Read more on Asheville Citizen-Times

Livengrin continues to help struggling addicts in 48th year
It was her second year attending this event for the Bucks County-based addiction treatment center, and this year's focus was close to her heart: the group's new First Responder's Addiction Treatment program. “It's special to me that they're raising … Read more on The Midweek Wire

Beaufort doctor sentenced to 1 year for role in cocaine, prescription pills …
"Dr. Rhodes suffered from alcohol and drug addiction and his addiction is responsible for where he is today. Following his arrest, which Dr. Rhodes admits saved his life, he entered Talbott Recovery Campus in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 25, 2012, where … Read more on Hilton Head Island Packet

Addiction treatment options growing
… Recovery, a Christ-centered recovery program with four meetings across Butler County. “It's a tremendous additional resource for recovering people,” said John Bohley, executive director of Butler County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board. Read more on Hamilton Journal News (subscription)

Alcohol addiction remains an issue
Jody Demo-Hodgins, executive director of the Crawford-Marion Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services, agreed that the issue of alcohol abuse has been “put on the back burner” as the community puts an emphasis on fighting illegal … Read more on Marion Star

The facts on Ebola
Wear protective clothing (masks, gloves, impermeable gowns and goggles/face shields) if available. After any contact, wash your hands using soap and water (preferred) or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol. Use soap and … Read more on WOODTV.com

Cherokee Nation opens youth addiction facility
The Cherokee Nation celebrated Monday the construction of its $ 5 million Jack Brown Center in Tahlequah. The treatment center helps American Indian ages 13 to 18 overcome drug and alcohol addiction. It's one of only 10 centers of its kind in the … Read more on NewsOK.com

Million Abuse Treatment Center Now Open
The Cherokee Nation celebrated the grand opening of its new Jack Brown Center Monday in Tahlequah. It's a treatment center for Cherokee youth who are overcoming drug and alcohol addiction. The center is now able to serve 36 young adults and is one of … Read more on KTUL

Motorcycle crash victim warns other teens
It took months before they were able to go home from the hospital and rehab centers and even more time before they were able to walk. "Both my hands were … for causing the crash. His blood alcohol level was double the legal limit at the time of the … Read more on Lancaster Eagle Gazette

Lions' English fans get a kick out of special teams
He also had to shake off some rust after going six weeks without kicking while he participated in a 12-step recovery program for alcohol addiction. Lucky for Prater, the field conditions at Wembley will be better this time as it's now a mix of turf and … Read more on The Detroit News

Project provides life-saving option in overdose situations
There is also an $ 80,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services available for implementation of the Project DAWN program across 21 counties in southeast Ohio. The naloxone kits made available via the program cost about … Read more on Athens NEWS

Recovery Keys Opens Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Second …
Recovery Keys has launched a Partial Hospitalization (PHP) or Day Treatment Program in Saint Augustine, FL. This new higher intensity outpatient treatment program for drug and alcohol abuse has the capacity to treat more severe forms of addictive … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Dalai Lama award for man behind Surrey's PricePro recovery program
The sale, in 2004, allowed him to pour his heart and some $ 150 million into supporting two areas where he saw need: young people in Vancouver, Phoenix and Seattle who struggle with drug and alcohol addiction, and also young orphans in Africa who need … Read more on Surrey Now

Health Q&A: detox and lose weight
Although it has been used as a detox product for many years, recently there have been concerns about its safety. I recommend using chlorella instead. There has been significant research into its ability to eliminate toxins including alcohol and radiation. Read more on Telegraph.co.uk

New StoppingAlcohol.com Outpatient Alcohol Detox & Rehab Program at The …
The Detox Clinic of Hattiesburg announces the opening of a new StoppingAlcohol.com Outpatient Alcohol Detox & Rehab Program. The Clinic Director is Dr. Kevin M. Passer, a Johns Hopkins Trained, Triple Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Man Is Treated in First Case of Google Glass Addiction
Doctors have treated the first reported case of “Internet addiction disorder” brought on by excessive use of Google Glass. In September 2013, a 31-year-old man was checked into the U.S. Navy's Substance Abuse program for alcohol addiction treatment … Read more on Newsweek

Top 6 Things Never to Say to a Recovering Addict, the Topic of Latest Best …
In a new blog post, Best Drug Rehabilitation, which offers treatment programs and believes that having family close by during a stay in rehab can make a big difference in whether or not the process is successful, is listing the top 6 things never to … Read more on PR Web (press release)

City Council candidates comment on drugs and mill site
He also emphasized public education, saying there should be programs to educate the public on how to recognize and report suspicious behavior. Noting that the drug situation is also heavily … that marijuana is a part of the local economy. In regards … Read more on Ft. Bragg Advocate-News