Organization provides a safe haven for women
Safe Haven Ministries provides residential and non-residential services to women and children who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse. They empower women by providing them with choices. They are nationally recognized for their ability … Read more on WOODTV.com

Army surgeon general: WTU problems aren't systemic
Patricia Horoho, the Army surgeon general, affirmed that while even one case of abuse isn't tolerable, most of the complaints turned out to be medical care-related and about 24 cases of harassment have been dealt with. And she said the reports … Read more on ArmyTimes.com

Region's only drug facility for teens is in danger of closing
The region's only treatment facility for teenagers with substance-abuse problems could end up closing if the state goes through with plans next year to change Medicaid funding for young addicts and alcoholics, according to supporters of the Renaissance … Read more on Buffalo News

Somerset County survey will help guide substance abuse-prevention funding
… Drug Abuse Coordinator Brenda Pateman. This planning process identifies Somerset County substance-use disorder services and guides the allocation of Alcohol Education, Rehabilitation and Enforcement Funding (AEREF), also known as the alcohol tax. Read more on NJ.com

'Unguarded' event at Northern Highlands to tell story of drug abuse struggle
He plans on sharing his experiences of life as a teen, an athlete and a speaker who lived a life of desperation in the form of addiction. The program will highlight the dangers of substance abuse and importance of living a healthy lifestyle and making … Read more on NorthJersey.com

In Ky., teaching kids optimism, empathy, gratitude
Hedrick said Core Life is just one of several substance-abuse prevention strategies that are being developed in Northern Kentucky. Other programs will address students in middle school and high school. To learn more about the NKY Prevention Alliance … Read more on Cincinnati.com

Framingham day center for homeless to close
The center was launched as a pilot program conceived by the nonprofit organization, town officials, the local Police Department, and the Salvation Army to give homeless adults a place to congregate indoors during daytime hours, when many overnight … Read more on Boston Globe

Obesity, alcohol abuse, mental health named as top health concerns in Kent …
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Obesity, alcohol abuse and mental health issues emerged as the top health concerns in Kent County, according to surveys and forums with residents. Depression and stress also were named as significant concerns, according to a report … Read more on MLive.com

Satcher-Kennedy: How to fix mental health system
But now, an overwhelming majority (96%) of the public agrees that mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety and alcohol or drug abuse are serious public health problems, according to a new poll by Public Opinion Strategies. Almost as many … Read more on USA TODAY

BEST doing its best to keep kids drug-free
Recognizing the concept that local problems need local solutions, DFC-funded coalitions employ a variety of strategies to address issues among youth. Coalition members conduct community assessments to prioritize efforts to prevent and reduce youth drug … Read more on Tahlequah Daily Press

Innovative Technology Helps Combat Drug Use
Though it may be a new concept to some, the use of hair testing for drugs of abuse was pioneered by Psychemedics Corporation more than 25 years ago. One of the distinct advantages of hair testing is the wider window of detection that it offers over … Read more on Occupational Health and Safety

NFL Suspends Browns WR Josh Gordon For 1 Year
According to a release put out by the league Tuesday, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon has been suspended without pay for at least one year for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse. … season, recently detailed in an … Read more on Steelers Depot

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie Visits Drug Treatment Center in UK
The Duchess has helped financially support Action on Addiction, an organization that provides funding for the 22-bed facility for women. Stateside, Mr. Christie has made drug treatment one of his main social-welfare programs. The Republican has … Read more on Wall Street Journal (blog)

There's an effective medicine for heroin addiction, but anti-drug warriors are …
There's a drug that could save the lives of thousands of heroin addicts. But the US is so mindlessly anti-drug that many treatment programs refuse to use it. The Huffington Post on Wednesday published an in-depth look at one of the best treatments for … Read more on Vox

SMART Recovery program to debut Feb. 4 on Athens Campus
The program helps people recover from all types of addiction and addictive behaviors, including: alcohol abuse, alcohol addiction, drug abuse, drug addiction, substance abuse, gambling addiction, prescription drug abuse, sexual addiction and other … Read more on Athens Messenger

PDEA urges drug users to seek rehab, cites celebrities who sought treatment
MANILA, Philippines—The chief of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on Tuesday urged drug users to seek treatment as he named celebrities who admitted themselves to rehabilitation centers to treat their drug dependency. PDEA Director … Read more on Inquirer.net

Yo Yo Honey Singh checks into rehab for drug abuse; not coming back as yet!
But it seems the news of the singer's depression was all fake and Yo Yo Honey Singh actually checked into a rehab centre in Chandigarh in October 2014. His lyricist named Yo has revealed to Mumbai Mirror that Honey Singh had been using drugs when not … Read more on India.com

Women aim to find jobs, re-build family relationships after drug addiction …
#The women are referred to her program through mental health facilities including ViewPoint Health, which coordinates with the state of Georgia to provide mental health services, including drug rehabilitation, to residents in Rockdale, Newton and … Read more on Rockdale Citizen

Jon Jones: I don't have a drug problem, I just got caught
"Me going to rehab … it was like a collective decision between myself and some of my business partners. They thought it would be good," Jones said. "I told them right away, 'I don't have a drug problem; I just got caught.' They said, 'Jon, we don't … Read more on FOXSports.com

North Ridgeville pursuing drug treatment facility
This is why the county's chief drug and alcohol treatment agency plans to explore opening treatment and recovery centers outside Lorain. Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Director Tom Stuber plans to sit down with North Ridgeville Mayor … Read more on Chronicle-Telegram

Glitch leaves thousands of Pennsylvania Medicaid beneficiaries without …
But instead of enrolling these beneficiaries into Healthy Plus, the new program for those in need of drug and alcohol treatment centers, these individuals were enrolled in private plans that don't offer such treatment. When treatment centers realized … Read more on FierceHealthPayer

Shelby, NC Addiction Hotline Assisting Addicts in Finding Effective Recovery …
People can learn about treatment options available at various rehab facilities. Friends and family can use the helpline to learn more about which treatment centers give their loved ones the best opportunity to overcome a drug or alcohol dependency. Read more on Ticker Report

North Carolina Drug and Alcohol Addicts Finding Help Through Abuse Helpline
Treatment centers can provide addicts with several treatment options including drug detox, dual diagnosis, individual and group therapy along with mandatory education programs. The helpline's goal is to provide much-needed access for those who need … Read more on Ticker Report