The "other drug problem," in our own medicine cabinets
Generally, Colorado and the nation are making progress in reducing illicit drug abuse among teens. But there's one big exception: nonmedical use of prescription drugs. Every day in this country, 2,500 teens abuse a prescription drug for the first time … Read more on Denver Post

Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment to expand in Two Harbors
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment will triple its efforts in Two Harbors next year, offering an intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment program for 12 hours a week along with the current six hours of outpatient treatment at Lake View … Read more on Duluth News Tribune

Drug Rehab Wooster Helps Addicts With New Helpline
Teens, especially, that have developed addictions to drugs or alcohol are often uncertain about where they can go for help. Many are afraid to go to their parents or teachers for help for the fear of being judged. Drug Rehab Wooster saw that the teens … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Bodega getaway eyed for drug treatment center
The owner of a Mediterranean-style luxury hotel near Bodega wants to convert the place to a residential treatment facility for people trying to kick their dependence on pain medication. “There's a big need,” said Perry Litchfield, a San Rafael … Read more on Santa Rosa Press Democrat