Cheap, easy, deadly: heroin use rising in rural NYS
"I got out and I'm addicted," Jones explained. "I was addicted probably the first day they gave it to … But as the abuse of painkillers became epidemic, health departments began to keep a closer eye on who was getting prescriptions, to prevent …
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The politics of addiction
Thirteen bills — mostly before the state House — propose ways to treat addicts, educate Ohioans about prescription drug and opioid abuse, regulate how painkillers such as Vicodin, OxyContin, and Percocet are dispensed and monitored, and prevent the …
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Opiate abuse: The physician's perspective
The treatment of pain is complex and individualized for each patient, and the addictive potential of any medicine that could be harmful gives any caring physician pause. And while some physicians have been found to prescribe painkillers for financial …
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Heroin use, treatment on rise in Indiana
Wichern said heroin also is getting less expensive because a reduction in wholesale costs by Mexican drug traffickers has made it cheaper all the way to the street. THE NUMBERS: Among people seeking treatment for addictive behavior, the percentage of …
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WISCONSIN NEWS ROUND-UP: Sen. Ellis announces retirement after illegal …
The dry lands could get at least some relief tomorrow, when rain is in the forecast statewide. More rain is … When that happens, Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn says the emergency dispatch center gets the calls — and he's worried on two fronts …
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THE LETTERS PROJECT: Families dealing with addiction
WUSA9 has decided to post letters from mothers and other family members about dealing with someone in their families who have been addicted to drugs. … His physician gave him no real answers, advice, or referral to treatment. ….. I put myself in …
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Effective addiction treatment rehab center is what you need to combat the addiction problem that your loved ones have found difficult to overcome. Existence of several rehab centers just makes the task of selecting an ideal one quite difficult! So if you are also facing this similar problem then you will find this article quite helpful. Here, few key tips are highlighted that will assist you in selecting the right rehab center for your loved one.

Reputed rehab center: reputation of the residential treatment centers is what you should consider first before selecting the right one. Rehab center with a long successful track record should be given the preference.
Tailor-made therapeutic program: the severity of the addiction problem will vary from patient to patient. Therefore, the addiction rehab center that you choose should offer tailor-made treatment therapies to the patient. The treatment plans should be prescribed after analyzing the mental and physical condition of the addicted.
One-to-one counseling: an effective addiction rehab center should have proper one-to-one counseling sessions. This will help the therapist to understand the reasons that lead the patient in falling prey to the concerned addiction. Accordingly the therapist can then suggest apt rehab plan for the addicted.
Diverse treatment programs: renowned residential treatment centers generally offers varied addiction treatment programs to the patients. Apart from counseling and detox, they also offer an array of therapy courses which include Psychotherapy, family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy and so on. All these will assist the addicted to attain the right mental balance and composure.
Proficient medical staffs: the panel of therapists, counselors and medical staffs of the center also plays a significant role in imbibing the willingness to combat addiction among the addicted. Therefore, this factor should also be given due consideration.

It would be wise to consider the above points carefully before selecting an apt addiction treatment rehab center for the treatment of the addiction victim

Co-Dependence and Young Adult Issues Explored at Promises Treatment …
Whether an individual requires detox, residential drug rehab, outpatient treatment, extended care or a sober living environment, Promises has been a drug rehabilitation center of choice for more than 25 years. For more information about Promises …
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Officials: OMART closure would leave hole in area rehab treatment
Cpl. Selena Johnson talks with inmates at the Baxter County jail. A high percentage of inmates are in jail on drug offenses. Treatment centers like Omart give justice system officials an option to send offenders for addiction treatment. / Kevin Pieper …
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Bay Ridge pols seek legislative action to curb drug abuse
Malliotakis, meanwhile, is co-sponsoring two bills she said will help combat the problem of drug use. The bills would establish an emergency overdose prevention pilot program and authorize the use of Naloxone, a drug used to counteract overdoses.
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A gaping hole in addiction treatment
The Affordable Care Act, which promises sweeping changes to help millions of people with drug or alcohol addiction, requires that treatment be offered to those who are newly insured through the exchanges or Medicaid, the government health plan for the …
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Prayer and fasting weekend helps the drug-addicted
To battle this problem, which affects millions of Americans, a Jewish believer in Christ is hosting an international prayer event. The 24th Annual "Just Pray NO!" weekend for the addicted is scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2014. Steven Sherman is …
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A gaping hole in addiction treatment
The Affordable Care Act, which promises sweeping changes to help millions of people with drug or alcohol addiction, requires that treatment be offered to those who are newly insured through the exchanges or Medicaid, the government health plan for the …
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