How a Shot Could Change a Drug Addict's Life
How a shot could change a drug addict's life
Hamon is a recovering drug addict. Instead of relying on sheer force of will to keep his urges to inject himself with drugs like oxycodone or heroin at bay, he had an appointment to receive a shot that had the potential to change his life – the … Read more on Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
United Way of Blount County announces more than million in 2016 allocations
In the area of health, priority is placed on access to healthcare services, mental health and prevention and treatment programs for various health issues, including substance abuse. In education, emphasis is placed on family support and training and … Read more on Maryville Daily Times
Massena Mayor Wants Hospital to Add Drug Treatment Facilities
Massena mayor wants hospital to add drug treatment facilities
“A key part of this strategy includes forming partnerships with other healthcare facilities with a proven record of success,” Currier said. “For example, Crouse Hospital in Syracuse has been offering a successful substance abuse program since 1962 and … Read more on North Country Now
HEROIN FIGHT: 24 addicts up for treatment, says DA
"The people we've sent to rehab are not out on the streets, stealing to feed their addiction, and their families and friends can finally rest at night knowing their loved ones are getting the help they need," Cornwell said in an emailed statement … Read more on Press & Sun-Bulletin
The Price Is Wrong: The Physical Costs of Behavioral Health Issues
The Price Is Wrong: The Physical Costs of Behavioral Health Issues
Studies have shown that people with physical health issues (heart failure, for example) and an untreated or undertreated behavioral health issue (such as depression or anxiety) cost 2-3x more for treatment of their physical conditions. Per 2012 data … Read more on Huffington Post
Discrimination lawsuit threatened if Kane County rejects drug treatment center
The specter of a possible housing discrimination lawsuit became the focus of closing testimony during a zoning hearing for a pending inpatient drug and alcohol treatment center that wants to locate just outside of Campton Hills on Tuesday night … Read more on Chicago Daily Herald
All-Female Drug Rehab Facility to Open in Raleigh County
All-Female Drug Rehab Facility to Open in Raleigh County
Leon Brush says the program at the women's center will be a little different than the treatment at Brian's Safehouse. He says women at The Sparrow's Nest will not only learn about sobriety but will also learn how to live and get along with other people … Read more on West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Stories like Haley's inspire me to keep fighting drug abuse problem
She now yearns for her own child to grow up in a community no longer overtaken by prescription drug abuse and believes action must be taken before West Virginia's opioid abuse epidemic intensifies further. … These letters have come from children who … Read more on Beckley Register-Herald
Scott Disick Checks Into Rehab Amid Lamar Odom's Hospitalization: Report
Scott Disick checks into rehab amid Lamar Odom's hospitalization: report
Another member of the Kardashian klan is getting help. Hard-partying Scott Disick, the estranged boyfriend of eldest sister Kourtney Kardashian, has checked into a drug rehabilitation center in Malibu, Calif., in an effort to battle his addiction, Us … Read more on New York Daily News
DA: Drug dealers preyed upon rehab clients
CITY OF NEWBURGH – They came from across Orange County to peddle prescription drugs on the street in Newburgh, and they targeted people in recovery as their clientele, officials say. On Thursday, Orange County law enforcement officials announced … Read more on Times Herald-Record
'Recovery Road' Showrunners Explain Why 'Romeo and Juliet in Rehab' Isn't a …
'Recovery Road' Showrunners Explain Why 'Romeo and Juliet in Rehab' Isn't a …
“Recovery Road,” the new drama that premieres on Freeform Monday night, was originally pitched as “Romeo and Juliet in Rehab,” but according to showrunners Bert V. Royal and Karen DiConcetto, it's not really a love story at all. “I don't think anybody … Read more on TheWrap
Struggling in battle with heroin, Mat-Su opens new treatment centers
Program coordinator David Molletti stands in what will be a large group meeting area as renovation work continues on the new Wisdom Traditions counseling services location on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2016, in Wasilla. Wisdom Traditions will offer … Read more on Alaska Dispatch News
His Girls Discipleship Offers Free, Low–cost Rehab to Manatee County Addicts …
His Girls Discipleship offers free, low–cost rehab to Manatee County addicts …
Openings in drug addict treatment programs, with funding options available for those at low or no income, are increasingly rare in Manatee County. Centerstone Florida, the only treatment facility in the county that receives public funding to provide … Read more on Bradenton Herald
Arizona State of the State Address
And, if we're serious about reducing recidivism – and reversing the growth of our prison population, let's begin by building on the model already working in Pima County: a community corrections center, providing tough love and on-site drug treatment … Read more on Yumanewsnow