Vietnam legislature committee OK's plan for compulsory drug detoxification …
The law-making National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on Friday agreed to a government proposal to allow local administrations to establish compulsory drug detoxification centers amid worries about the rising number of drug addicts and their … Read more on Tuoitrenews

Drug helps reverse overdoses (at home)
Overall in those states, 23,732 people died from either heroin or opioid pain relievers in 2012. "We have a lot of people who deserve second chances," said Dr. Patrick Fehling, an addiction specialist at the Center for Dependency, Addiction and … Read more on 9NEWS.com

The Delray Recovery Center Releases "How to Tell a Loved One about Your …
The Delray Recovery Center is a substance abuse rehabilitation facility located in Delray Beach, Florida. Using the latest techniques in addiction treatment, its staff seeks to give clients a holistic treatment program in a comfortable, warm environment. Read more on DigitalJournal.com

Some believe addiction treatment facility needed in Faulkner County
While the Faulkner County area has a few services in place to help addicted people who want to get better, some with expertise on the subject believe Conway is overdue for a state-funded drug and alcohol treatment center. Faulkner County Sheriff Andy … Read more on Log Cabin Democrat

Rapid Detox Now Being Performed by Board Certified Physicians
One clinic, MDS Drug Detox in Southfield, MI, has answered the questions surrounding its safety by opening the only rapid detox center in the United States founded and operated by Board-Certified physicians. The protocol is performed in an intensive … Read more on DigitalJournal.com

Drug Relapse Denial and How it Kills
We know that drug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. We know that people are at the greatest risk for overdose if they relapse after a period of abstinence – such as right after leaving a drug detox, treatment … Read more on Huffington Post

No Rehab for Russia's Drug Addicts
Although Ivanov has repeatedly hailed Russia's rehab centers for having a high success rate in treating patients, Sarang said the figures cited by the director of the agency were likely "numbers chosen at random." "There is no research to prove what he … Read more on The Moscow Times

Seconal Withdrawal and Seconal Detox

Bill would mandate deep substance abuse coverage, Massachusetts advocates …
NEW BEDFORD — Substance abuse advocates are lobbying for a bill that would require MassHealth and some private insurance plans to expand coverage of drug detox services, mandating detox coverage as well as reimbursements for counseling. Speaking to … Read more on SouthCoastToday.com

House votes to ease access to heroin overdose drug
I have a son who is a heroin addict but also a paraplegic. When he had wanted help there is not anywhere he can go for treatment. None of the detox treatment facilities can take him because he is in a wheelchair. Feels hopeless… So I would definetly … Read more on The News Journal

Addiction: 'It needs to be said'
"That started the journey in and out of detox," his mother said. First, it was pills, but they were expensive and later he began using heroin, they said. Throughout it all, Joey remained close to his parents, who stood by his side, trying to guide him … Read more on Capecodonline

Calls for More Alcoholism Rehab Centres
With only one state-owned rehabilitation centre in the country for those fighting the demons of alcohol and substance abuse there is a need for additional ones as alcohol consumption in Namibia continues on an upward spiral. In its report on alcohol … Read more on AllAfrica.com

Brownsville TX Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches New Drug Detoxification Program
Brownsville TX Alcohol Drug Rehab is launching a new drug detoxification program for people seeking to put their hard life of drug use behind them in Brownsville and other Rio Grande Valley area towns. Drug addiction has become quite common these days … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Rob Kardashian Reuters
The 26-year-old has reportedly checked himself into rehab at The Meadows trauma and addiction treatment center in Arizona. According to reports, Kardashian has gained weight due to smoking marijuana, drinking alcohol and prescription cough syrup. Read more on International Business Times

Lorain Alcohol Drug Rehab Launches Updated Intervention Program
Drug Alcohol Rehab Lorain – 440-574-7468. Lorain, OH (PRWEB) April 16, 2014. Lorain Alcohol Drug Rehab is launching an updated intervention program for people suffering from the ravages of drug and alcohol addiction in Lorain. An intervention can play … Read more on PR Web (press release)

Trouble Is a Gift: A Story of Addiction, Recovery & Hope
As a medical student, I have helped care for a number of chronic alcoholics who have been hospitalized to wean them safely off their most recent bender while avoiding potentially deadly complications. The decision to give up alcohol may be their own or … Read more on PsychCentral.com

Inmate deaths raise questions about jail detox procedures
Standard medical protocols, including federal prison guidelines, recommend that opiate-dependent inmates with chronic health conditions undergo medically supervised detoxification, a process typically offered in hospitals and drug rehab facilities. The … Read more on The Intelligencer

New Addiction Helpline in Manorville, NY Assists Troubled Teens Suffering From …
The Alcoholism Treatment Manorville Helpline is (631) 693-6821. Teenagers can call this helpline to find a drug detoxification treatment center that can best help them surpass their addiction problems. Once admitted into a teenage rehab facility, they … Read more on Ticker Report

New Adolescent Helpline Provides Valuable Information for Young Addicts
Treatment options available at rehab facilities can help any addict regardless of age, gender or social standing get the proper help they need. Accredited treatment facilities can provide drug detox, individual and group therapy, dual diagnosis and … Read more on Ticker Report

From the Publisher: Election Week Approaches
Lou La Monte has taken a strong leadership role in connection with trying to get some control over all the drug and alcohol rehab facilities that have popped up in Malibu. This, again, is a very complex issue against a well-funded opposition that makes … Read more on Malibu Times

Leaving Few Clues Behind
His father confirmed that Mr. Ott had been treated for alcoholism in the past and that “it's something that he continues to struggle with.” Rehab facilities and sites of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings have been a focus in the search. Asked whether drugs … Read more on New York Times