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    NYPD rookie makes arrest moments after graduation  Jul 4, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Troy, NY Anticipated openings 2009-2010 Athletic Director (Part-ti. (Albany Times Union)

    Bowyer claims victory  Jul 4, 2009
    Substance abuse policy 'fair ... France defends policy: NASCAR chairman Brian France said the sanctioning body's substance abuse policy was "thorough, accurate and fair" and that the sport would continue to do what was in its best interests to protect the safety of drivers, officials and fans. (News & Observer -- Sports)

    Jackson Pal Pleads For Answers  Jul 4, 2009
    We've updated CBSNews. Uri Geller Says He Often Couldn't Awaken Michael, Shouted At Him, Was Very Concerned About His Apparent Drug Use. (CBS News)

    Don't blame voters for the state of N.Y.  Jul 4, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. School, F/T probationary. (Albany Times Union)

    Sunny laughs ride out big drip  Jul 4, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Teaching Assistant Voorheesville CSD.Teaching Assistant certificat. (Albany Times Union)

    Area is buzzing with titles  Jul 4, 2009
    By COMMENTARY First published in print: Friday, July 3, 2009. They can keep their "Titletown" moniker. (Albany Times Union)

    Homeless respite center opens as shelters shut  Jul 3, 2009
    5 million hit (a 19 percent reduction) to community groups offering substance abuse services and a $9. 3 million hit (a 6 percent reduction) to those serving the mentally ill. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    S.F. supervisors, Newsom cut budget deal  Jul 3, 2009
    6 billion budget for 2009-10, money that, among other things, will prevent recreation centers, homeless shelters and the Community Justice Center from closing; keep violence prevention, HIV/AIDS and substance abuse programs alive, and keep dozens of union workers employed. The budget will not include any fire station closures. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Eight Boston Police Department personnel  Jul 3, 2009
    Every supervisor has now received enhanced reasonable suspicion training to recognize the signs of substance abuse, and specifically steroids. Supervisors have also received expanded integrity training. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)

    Letters to the editor  Jul 3, 2009
    School nurses support the control of vaccine-preventable infections, work to prevent chronic disease, and educate students and families about important topics, such as substance abuse and injury prevention. The importance of school nurses came to the forefront, however, during the recent experience with a novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)

    * Report urges action on Aborigine issues  Jul 3, 2009
    The report traces a strong link between substance abuse and Aborigines breaking the law and says authorities must invest more in treatment centers and addressing why Aborigines turn to drugs and alcohol ... A network of community centers with links to education and health services should be set up and more money invested in treatment for substance abuse, it said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)

    Vince Carter's rehab center prepares for first clients  Jul 3, 2009
    One of Vince's brothers, Christopher Allen Carter, 29, has been on a "roller coaster" with substance abuse. "Sometimes he's great and you think you're over the hump or he's turned the corner, and then you have a setback," she said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    11 Boston police officers disciplined in steroid probe  Jul 3, 2009
    Davis said that after the federal investigation began, the department started training supervisors to spot signs of substance abuse, especially steroids. Supervisors are also going through integrity training, which reviews the department s ethics, like reporting other officers wrongdoing and looking for signs of possible corruption among officers. (Boston Globe)

    Crash kills Ormond man, injures officer  Jul 3, 2009
    Karparis was driving a patient, Kenneth Schmitz, 35, who voluntarily agreed to be taken to Pinegrove, a substance abuse and mental health facility at Red John Road. The officer was also accompanied by a civilian passenger, Matt Seltzer, 23. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Brain Functions That Can Prevent Relapse Improve After A Year Of Methamphetamine Abstinence  Jul 3, 2009
    ScienceDaily (July 2, 2009) In a study published online by the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, UC Davis researchers report that it takes at least a year for former methamphetamine users to regain impulse control. The results tell recovering substance abusers, their families and drug-treatment specialists that it can take an extended period of time for the brain functions critical to recovery to improve. (Science Daily)

    District Court report issued for May cases  Jul 3, 2009
    Julian Morales, 30, Port Lavaca, received a probation extension of three years and Substance Abuse Treatment Facility for driving while intoxicated for the third time on May 8, 2006. Morales also received two years of state jail facility, probated five years; $246 court costs, $50 to Crime Stoppers and participation in alcohol and drug treatment for possession of a controlled substance less than one gram on December 27, 2008. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)

    Inmate uses toilet paper 'bomb' to attempt escape  Jul 3, 2009
    A riot between two gangs involving 75 inmates at a prison substance abuse treatment facility in Corcoran sent 11 of them to area hospitals and prompted a lockdown Sunday, officials said. One inmate was injured seriously enough to require helicopter transportation to a nearby hospital, where he was in stable condition, a prison official said. (Fresno Bee)

    Letters to the editor (7/3/09)  Jul 3, 2009
    Finally, we must remember that alcohol and substance abuse is not a path people choose to follow. Rather, it is an addiction that people need help and support -- from their community -- to heal from. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Mum jailed for shaking baby son to death  Jul 3, 2009
    Judge Knox noted a psychiatric report which said the woman had been treated for depression and substance abuse for many years. She started using amphetamines at 16, while later drug use also included heroin and ice. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Ex-confidantes claim drug abuse  Jul 3, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Standish Library at Siena College is accepting applications for th. (Albany Times Union)

    Jillian's partner buys Old Chicago in Colonie  Jul 3, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Find stable employment with Catholic Charities Disabilities Servic. (Albany Times Union)

    Cops zap pastor protesting traffic stop at church  Jul 3, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. STAFF ASSISTANT, COORDINATOR OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES (Full-Time, Wi. (Albany Times Union)

    Top bidder to get WTEN  Jul 3, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. reopened Voorheesville CSD Salary in $80,000 range. (Albany Times Union)

    Margaret A. Bengs: Dust off that moral compass, Californians  Jul 3, 2009
    Many of these children end up in foster care and on Medi-Cal, and are at a high risk of crime, substance abuse, depression and school failure ... Yes, we are "free" to drink or drug ourselves into oblivion, but this lack of self-restraint and personal disobedience to the laws of nature often turn into addiction and death - substance abuse perhaps contributing to Michael Jackson's death and ending Anna Nicole Smith's life. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)

    Obama tells Russia's Putin the Cold War is history  Jul 3, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. . (Albany Times Union)

    Swine flu quarantine at San Quentin prison  Jul 3, 2009
    Officials say 75 inmates at the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison were involved in Sunday's incident. No prison officials were injured. (Fresno Bee -- State)

    Boston's at-large candidates speak in West Roxbury  Jul 3, 2009
    My father was addicted to heroin and was incarcerated while I was growing up, so I know how substance abuse and living paycheck-to-paycheck can affect people, said Pressley, who also pointed out the importance of community involvement. Community involvement and community mobilizing are ways to organize for empowerment. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)

    Ninety-two drug/alcohol victims remembered at vigil  Jul 2, 2009
    They lined up a host of speakers who have been touched by substance abuse in one way or another, ranging from public safety officials to recovering drug addicts. In addition, these individuals recruited groups such as Al-Anon that set up booths on the Town Hall grounds to disseminate helpful information pertaining to drug treatment programs and counseling services. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)

    Kick lands Schenectady man before judge  Jul 2, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. an independent day school, has the following teacher openings for. (Albany Times Union)

    Ruling puts Mayfield back on track  Jul 2, 2009
    Spokesman Ramsey Poston said Mayfield willfully violated the sanctioning body s substance abuse policy, was in breach of contract, and defrauded NASCAR and its competitors of earnings. NASCAR claims that more than 150,000 in prize money was improperly awarded to Mayfield and said he was in three wrecks in the five Sprint Cup races he competed in this season while drugs were in his system. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Health Center seeks SVRAC funds  Jul 2, 2009
    The health center is the medical home for around 18,000 individuals in the Sonoma Valley and provides low cost primary health care, pre- and post-natal care, mental health services, oral health care, substance abuse prevention and limited diagnostic and pharmacy services. Currently, the health center occupies three buildings on West Napa Street that total around 6,700-square-feet, limiting the amount of care the center can provide and the amount of patients it can treat. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)

    Franken to give Democrats a boost on key issues  Jul 2, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. statewide public sector labor organization is seeking an attorney. (Albany Times Union)

    Patrick cuts WIC, special education  Jul 2, 2009
    By Jim O'Sullivan and Michael Norton. Wed Jul 01, 2009, 06:39 AM EDT. (Burlington Union, MA)

    Patrick signs $27B budget  Jul 2, 2009
    1 million for the Women's, Infants and Children program; -- $1 million for special education residential; -- $1 million for kindergarten expansion grants; -- $1 million for emergency food assistance; -- $1 million for a substance abuse family intervention and care pilot; -- $996,269 for the so-called accelerated bridge program; -- $449,000 for tuition and fee waivers for National Guard members; -- $435,854 for regional transit authorities; -- $400,000 for a loan forgiveness program for primary... (Arlington Advocate, MA)

    Plane with Comoros crash survivor arrives in Paris  Jul 2, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Home in Delmar has an immediate opening. (Albany Times Union)

    FDA urged to cut Tylenol dosage  Jul 2, 2009
    Must have a background in substance abuse. Hudson Valley is looking for candidates with strong customer servi. (Albany Times Union)

    School committee limits canning  Jul 1, 2009
    The approved policy is a compromise to an alternative measure that Weymouth Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator Lyn Frano sought. Frano urged the committee to approve a policy that would forbid students from canning, or raising funds for school programs, outside liquor stores. (Weymouth News, MA)

    Give: Gently used sewing machines  Jul 1, 2009
    MMAC is a residential program for women who are mothers of young children and are trying to overcome substance abuse disabilities ... MMAC is a residential program for women who are mothers of young children and are trying to overcome substance abuse disabilities. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    How can I manage bipolar disorder if I can't afford meds?  Jul 1, 2009
    People often do much better if they can just get ahold of their substance abuse. Second, as you might imagine from what I wrote about biological stressors, it is very important that you maintain a very stable sleep-wake schedule -- there's an entire school of bipolar therapy based on this. (CNN -- Health)

    Wal-Mart Foundation gives $50K to Goodwill  Jul 1, 2009
    was founded in 1941 to help people overcome barriers to employment, which can include a lack of education, homelessness, single parenthood, all disabilities, language barriers, domestic violence, extended absence from the job market, ageism, substance abuse and felony history. In 2008, the nonprofit s programs placed 706 New Mexicans in permanent, community-based jobs and also served 6,843 individuals. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)

    SE Iowa health group gets grant from federal govt.  Jul 1, 2009
    The new 6,000-to 7,000-square-foot health center for Louisa County will house medical, dental, behavior health (mental health, substance abuse and related issues) services. The second priority use of the funds will update the four Keokuk Health Systems clinics medical records into electronic health record systems, according to Kemp. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    The Skinny On "Manorexia"  Jul 1, 2009
    Weltzin says a chemical dependency and substance abuse or alcoholism can also set the stage for an eating disorder in men. For girls, he says it has more to do with expectations and the fear of becoming overweight, as opposed to men, who may have been overweight. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Aletheia House wins $300K grant  Jul 1, 2009
    Aletheia House provides affordable housing and employment programs, in addition to a substance abuse treatment program. Reader Comments. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)

    Chong Talks About Leadership Conference Experience  Jul 1, 2009
    "Before we went to the conference we had to fill out a work sheet and work booklet where we listed our most important values or what we thought they were. We also had to interview six other people and get their views on us. You had to do two teammates, two other people who knew you, a coach and an administrator. You had to ask them what makes me a good leader in your eyes. What are my weaknesses? How does that effect what I do on the team? It was really interesting to get that feedback. So we... (Pac-10.org)

    ScottHoward-CooperInside The NBA Few teams face a more critical free-agent period than Nuggets.  Jun 30, 2009
    He is a very active big man willing to play a role, a reserve power forward who resurrected a career once derailed by substance abuse. The first full season back in the league after the suspension, playing in Denver for the minimum, the Birdman finished second in the NBA in blocked shots in just 20. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)

    Foul play ruled out in five outdoor deaths in city  Jun 30, 2009
    The body can only handle so much, and after a while, whether it s substance abuse or just not taking care of it, eventually it just shuts down, said Robert Heffle, director of the Salvation Army s Clitheroe Center. STATEWIDE ISSUE. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Disability, Inc.  Jun 30, 2009
    The parents pulled T.A. from school, sent him to a three-week wilderness program, and then to the Mount Bachelor Academy, which specializes in students with "learning disabilities, substance abuse, and behavioral problems." The parents requested an independent hearing in April 2003 to get taxpayers to pay their son's tuition, as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as the school district again determined that T.A.'s disabilities did not merit special education. But in January... (Townhall.com)

    At prison job fair, inmates learn of opportunities  Jun 30, 2009
    We have groups for substance abuse, for parenting, for anger management. All of these offerings will help to correct offendersBut unless they can get a job, all the programs will be ineffective. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)

    Richard Mial: Poverty is up; safety nets are as vital as ever  Jun 30, 2009
    And Matt Strittmater, the county s clinical services manager, said he has seen an increase in local inpatient mental health hospitalizations and residential substance abuse services, along with more requests for mental health case management. It all boils down to more people in need. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Support groups  Jun 29, 2009
    - Dual Recovery Anonymous, a 12-step recovery group for those with a dual diagnosis of substance abuse and mental illness, meets Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Mental Health Association of Northwestern Pennsylvania, 1101 Peach St. Call 452-4462. - Parents Sharing, formerly Parents Anonymous, group for parents who wish to improve their relationship with their children, meets Mondays, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Child care available. (Erie Times-News, PA)

    Will Manny come to the Valley?  Jun 29, 2009
    Manny Ramirez appears to be a week away from beginning a minor league assignment as he nears the end of his 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's substance abuse policy. Manager Joe Torre said Wednesday that Ramirez would start out playing for Class A Inland Empire next Thursday. (Fresno Bee)

    King Felix in top form in win over Dodgers  Jun 29, 2009
    Notes: Manny Ramirez, eligible to return from his 50-game substance abuse suspension next Friday, was 2 for 2 with a home run for Class A Inland Empire at Lake Elsinore, leading off as the DH. The Dodgers are 27-19 during his absence, the best record in the majors since the ban was announced May 7. Griffey's homer was his first at Dodger Stadium since Mother's Day 2007, and it came with his wife, Melissa, in the stands celebrating her birthday. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Rell Opposes Democrats' Budget Item That Would Close 2 Prisons  Jun 28, 2009
    "We need more corrections officers. ... We need more halfway house beds for nonviolent offenders with mental illness and substance abuse issues, and we need secure inpatient beds for sex offenders.". "It was accurate at the time it was written," Lawlor responded in an interview Friday. (FOX61, CT)

    M's beat Dodgers  Jun 28, 2009
    "He's one of a handful of pitchers in the game who can dominate like that,'' Los Angeles manager Joe Torre said.Suzuki went 3 for 5 to raise his major league-leading average to .375 and record his seventh straight multihit game, matching his career best.Eric Milton (2-1) gave up four runs and seven hits in five innings, striking out seven and walking none. The 33-year-old lefty, activated from the DL earlier in the day after missing 17 games because of a back strain, is 1-6 with a 9.18 ERA in 10... (MSNBC -- Sports)

    Budget cuts will affect everyone  Jun 28, 2009
    However, having been in this field for 10 years and working at a local substance abuse agency, I don't think that everyone understands the devastation that such a reduction in funding will mean not only to the state but our local community ... It affects the child welfare system, mental health services and substance abuse programs. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Aiwohi facing welfare charge  Jun 28, 2009
    In March 2005, Aiwohi established the Tayshea Aiwohi Foundation, a nonprofit substance abuse recovery program. According to state business records, the foundation is not in good standing. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Lisa Marie Presley Remembers Ex-Husband Michael Jackson  Jun 28, 2009
    "The hardest decision I have ever had to make, which was to walk away and let his fate have him, even though I desperately loved him and tried to stop or reverse it somehow. After the divorce, I spent a few years obsessing about him and what I could have done different, in regret. Then I spent some angry years at the whole situation. At some point, I truly became indifferent, until now. "As I sithereoverwhelmed with sadness, reflection and confusion at what was my biggest failure to date,... (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Soldier deserved better  Jun 28, 2009
    Some are visible to the naked eye, others less apparent until the psyche suffers a break and the victim's mental anguish spills over in the form of substance abuse, domestic abuse, violent crime, murder or suicide. On May 11, Army Sgt. John Russell, a 44-year-old who had been recognized as deeply troubled and was on his third tour in Iraq, went into the counseling center at Camp Liberty in Iraq and opened fire -- killing an Army officer, a Navy officer and three enlisted soldiers. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    Are Tasers A Safe Law Enforcement Tool?  Jun 28, 2009
    Stress and overexertion, combined with existing medical conditions or substance abuse or both might contribute to a catastrophic heart condition ... Keep in mind that officers do not know medical or substance abuse history of noncompliant subjects. (CBS News)

    Rating the best of the best hockey players from the South  Jun 27, 2009
    Injuries and substance abuse battles sidetracked a career that took him through Boston, Los Angeles, New York (Rangers) and Philadelphia after he was traded by his beloved Penguins, but Stevens has bounced back. Now a pro scout for Pittsburgh, he s due for another Stanley Cup ring. (Easton Journal, MA)

    National Expert on Prescription Drug Abuse, Addicted Physicians Available for Media Interviews From Hazelden  Jun 27, 2009
    June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Marv Seppala, M.D., chief medical officer for renowned substance abuse treatment center Hazelden, is now available for media interviews about the dangers of addiction to prescription drugs - a growing problem that not only impacts wealthy and famous celebrities, but everyday people from teens to older adults. Marv can speak in layman's terms about the complicated disease of addiction, especially addiction to painkillers and other prescription drugs. (PR Newswire)

    Firefighters give $600K in concessions  Jun 27, 2009
    There is more substance abuse, health-related issues caused by stress and domestic violence, he said. We see what the economy is doing to people as they struggle. (Glendale Star, AZ)

    Group Seeks to Shed Light on Suicide  Jun 27, 2009
    " Police Chief Robin Montgomery, the chairman of the Brookfield Substance Abuse Coalition, said that his organization discusses some of the same issues that the suicide prevention group is embarking on. Mr. Gramling said that, in addition to the town's youth, the group is looking at all the other demographics, including senior citizens, a population that is projected to steadily increase over the coming years. Ellen Melville, the supervisor for the Brookfield Senior Center, is a member of the... (New Milford Times, CT)

    Incident highlights problems law enforcement officials have dealing with mental patients  Jun 27, 2009
    Area mental health officials say having a magistrate sign an order for emergency detention is standard and necessary when dealing with people who have mental health or substance abuse problems. "There really needs to be that legal enforcement," said Kristina Tripp, director of mental health services for Allen Hospital. (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Drug, mental health issues often go hand-in-hand  Jun 27, 2009
    "Research has shown that approximately 50 percent of folks coming in the substance abuse treatment door for treatment could be diagnosed with a mental health disorder and about 50 percent of the mental health people coming in could also be diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder," said Chris Hoffman, executive director of Pathways Behavioral Services. "This is not an uncommon situation for those of us providing mental health services.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Locking out rehabilitation  Jun 27, 2009
    Some prefer reducing access to drugs and alcohol, and compulsory treatment if necessary, while others say the underlying causes of substance abuse need to be dealt with first. According to the director of the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Don Weatherburn, the rise in jail rates since 2000 has been due to tougher sentencing and bail laws, not rising levels of crime. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    NorCal prison riot injures 7 inmates, 1 seriously  Jun 27, 2009
    Officials say 75 inmates at the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison were involved in Sunday's incident ... A riot between two gangs involving 75 inmates at a prison substance abuse treatment facility in Corcoran sent 11 of them to area hospitals and prompted a lockdown Sunday, officials said. (Fresno Bee -- State)

    Democrats Return From Rehab, Surgery to Vote on Climate  Jun 27, 2009
    The Rhode Island lawmaker, who has had a long-running struggle with substance abuse, checked himself into rehab earlier this month. And while some were coming back, others were declining to leave. (Roll Call)

    Saugus woman to participate in Wilderness Heals  Jun 27, 2009
    Whyte will unite with 60 other women, to raise money for the women and families receiving services for domestic violence, mental illness, substance abuse and other forms of trauma at the Elizabeth Stone House in Boston ... Founded in 1974, the Elizabeth Stone House has been helping women and families rebuild their lives after experiencing domestic violence, mental illness, substance abuse and other forms of trauma ... It is the only program in eastern Massachusetts that specializes in working... (Saugus Advertiser, MA)

    Belmont Media Center  Jun 27, 2009
    Steven Tolman, D-Brighton, recently appeared as a guest on "The Pat Lawrence Show," discussing substance abuse issues and state budget cut impact on mental health services. The show airs on Monday at 8:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Click to read:Coroner: Cause Of Jackson Death Deferred  Jun 27, 2009
    "We can add Michael's name to the list of celibs that couldn't handle the problems of fame, along with Allen Ladd, Janis Joplin, Morrison, Hendrix, and all the others, and ended it with substance abuse. by jjbaulikki June 26, 2009 10:53 AM PDT wow, architekker, funny comment and yet not funny, hehe.Suicides in Volusia jump an alarming 22 percent in 2008  Jun 27, 2009
    Overall, 46,385 people sought various referrals, for substance abuse, mental health and other help, up from 38,188. TO GET HELP: For the Access Center, call 800-539-4228 or the national suicide hot line at 800-273-8255. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Click to read:Family Attorney Blames Prescription Meds  Jun 26, 2009
    Family Attorney Blames Prescription Meds - CBS News. We've updated CBSNews. (CBS News)

    Job fair set for Thursday in Framingham  Jun 26, 2009
    The program works to provide troubled 17-to-25-year-olds help with mental and physical health, substance abuse, career aid and educational services such as after-school tutoring. In its second year, the program has had about 200 area young people participate in its services, said Ortiz. (Framingham TAB, MA)

    New brochure aimed at helping teens make good decisions  Jun 26, 2009
    Joining District Attorney Blodgett to produce the brochure were the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Massachusetts Department of Public Health Bureau of Substance Abuse Services and the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Security. The brochure also focuses on the risks associated with inappropriate Internet use including cyber-bullying and sexting, and bullying behavior, which may rise to the level of a hate crime. (Georgetown Record, MA)

    New gene discovery links obesity to the brain  Jun 26, 2009
    After analyzing more than two million regions of the human genome, the researchers found that the NRXN3 gene variant previously associated with alcohol dependence, cocaine addiction, and illegal substance abuse also predicts the tendency to become obese. Altogether, researchers found the gene variant in 20 percent of the people studied. (EurekAlert!)

    Coalition wants CHIP on lege agenda  Jun 25, 2009
    Collin County CoalitionChildren s Defense Fund TexasCoalition for Nurses in Advanced PracticeCommunities In Schools of the Heart of TexasCommunity Action Committee of VictoriaCommunity Dental CareCommunity First Health PlansDallas Area CHIP CoalitionDePelchin Children s CenterEl Paso County Hospital DistrictFort Bend Regional Council on Substance Abuse, Inc.Harris County Hospital DistrictHealthy FuturesHome ComfortsInsure a KidLa Fe Policy Research and Education CenterLeague of Women Voters of... (Austin Business Journal, TX)

    Health department promotes education  Jun 25, 2009
    We do tobacco vendors and alcohol vendors, said Courtney Miller, Ionia Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator, who also coordinates the education of retailers from the Ionia County Health Department. She said they have a special kit that is designed for both retailers. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)

    • Drug court graduate gets new ride  Jun 25, 2009
    Drug court graduate gets new ride By Laurie WelchTimes-News writer BURLEY - A Heyburn woman traveling along the long road of recovery from substance abuse will continue her journey in a new car, thanks to some of her drug court peers. Rosalinda Martinez was met with the surprise of a car given to her by fellow drug court participant Craig Nielsen outside of the Minidoka County and Cassia County Felony Drug Court Tuesday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)

    Thousands pack Statehouse to protest cuts  Jun 25, 2009
    world gone crazy wrote on Jun 24, 2009 10:46 AM:" Quinn has the right idea make it work even if you have a couple of trade offs. Let the disabled, the foster care system the health department the elderly independent living programs the futures the state police and deaf and special needs children not be the trade off. This is not a welfare issue it's not about people just getting on welfare. Its about the Welfare of the state and idea that we will have less police and more drug addicts on the... (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Stigma greatest obstacle to treating mental illness  Jun 25, 2009
    By assigning existing mental health workers to primary care doctors offices at least once a week, and administering a basic screening test for depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, Konrad claims these offices can act as satellite locations for treatment and help. The mental health workers are provided a free space by the primary care doctor, with no additional cost to the physician. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Spector in 'sensitive needs' cell  Jun 25, 2009
    The 69-year-old was taken to the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison at Corcoran on Monday, a spokeswoman said. The unit is designed for those who may need extra protection - including high-profile inmates. (BBC News)

    Aborigines 13 Times More Likely to Be Jailed in Australia, Report Says  Jun 25, 2009
    The report traces a strong link between substance abuse and Aboriginal offending and says authorities must invest more in treatment centers and addressing why indigenous people turn to drugs and alcohol ... A network of community centers with links to education and health services should be set up and more money invested in treatment for substance abuse, it said. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)

    Records show suspect in coach's killing has drug history  Jun 25, 2009
    Court records paint a picture of Becker as someone with substance abuse problems and a growing streak of violence ... Becker's problems with the law and substance abuse apparently began when he was in high school where he was a member of the football team. (USA Today -- News)

    Spector wants TV, iPod for new prison cell  Jun 25, 2009
    Phil Spector, 69, is at the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison at Corcoran, where more than 6,900 other inmates are housed. Prison officials said Phil Spector may even be allowed a musical instrument, noting that some state inmates have made similar requests and play together in groups. (MSNBC -- News)

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