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A Malibu treatment facility is now relying on the sober limo service from Carrington Limousine, based in Los, Angeles, CA. With new additions to the fleet, clients can travel in alcohol-free comfort while going from and to treatment centers or other destinations. The company is offering this sober limo service to other treatment facilities and production companies in the region. (eMediaWorld Sep 3, 2008)Sat, 30 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc. (FCCG) has received the Distinguished Program Award for its program, Dealing with Addiction. The award recognizes the FCCG for their exceptional effort to establish advocacy for problem gamblers in the state of Florida. Pat Fowler accepted the award on behalf of the Council. (eMediaWorld Aug 30, 2008)Fri, 29 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
The FCB and the FCCG unveiled the (new) Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor (CGAC) credential during the 2008 Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association Annual Conference, Embracing Change: Shaping the Future of Addiction. (eMediaWorld Aug 29, 2008)Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
With September celebrated as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, this year's focus is on "Real People, Real Recovery." Mikael Luman is a young man whose real life story of addiction, recovery and redemption is one that exemplifies this theme. (eMediaWorld Aug 28, 2008)Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
September marks the 19th annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month and this year's theme, "Real People, Real Recovery" is highlighting the people for whom treatment and long-term recovery have given a renewed outlook on life. Chef Liz Scott is an example of a real person with real recovery. A professionally trained chef, Scott has been in recovery for almost 10 years and her determination to find a way to combine her love of cooking and her commitment to recovery became the concept for her first cookbook, Sober Kitchen: Recipes and Advice for a Lifetime of Sobriety. (eMediaWorld Aug 28, 2008)Mon, 25 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Houston Medical Testing and Services, Inc. (HMTS) , a Houston based substance abuse program management company, is approved by the state of Texas to assist members of the tow truck and vehicle storage industries comply with a new law that goes into effect September 1, 2008 requiring drug testing for all tow truck operators and vehicle storage employees. (eMediaWorld Aug 25, 2008)Sun, 24 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
In recognition of its two-year anniversary, Four Circles reflects on how far addiction treatment has come, and how much further it can go. (eMediaWorld Aug 24, 2008)Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Over two thirds of smokers incorrectly believe that using nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products like NiQuitin to stop smoking, is just as harmful as cigarettes, and this misunderstanding may even be stopping them from getting the support they need to successfully quit. NiQuitin helps smokers by reducing their nicotine cravings and doubling their chances of quitting smoking successfully compared to willpower alone. NiQuitin Patches, Lozenges and Mint Gum are stop smoking aids. Contain nicotine. Requires willpower. Always read the label. (eMediaWorld Aug 19, 2008)Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
As a girl, she was not allowed to play with friends. Her mother tried to control her constantly, from fear something would happen to her as had happened to her brother. But when Irene grew up, she would learn she could become the woman of her choice. (eMediaWorld Aug 18, 2008)Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Read what talented teen author Dan Moore has to say about teen friendship, despair, and hope in debut novel "Through the Wall of Rain and Fog", just released by Coley Press. (eMediaWorld Aug 14, 2008)Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Sierra Tucson, a world-renowned premier treatment center and psychiatric hospital, announces their Accreditation renewal by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). (eMediaWorld Aug 14, 2008)Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Eva's Village won approval to create 50 low-income apartments in a former factory on Spring Street. These apartments will provide an affordable and permanent option for low-income individuals and families. (eMediaWorld Aug 14, 2008)Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Rehab captures a lot of headlines these, but does it actually work? In this article from Linwood Manor we look at recent research and experiences of Rehab. (eMediaWorld Aug 14, 2008)Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Linda Joy Allan can now look fear head-on and do it without taking a drink, smoking a cigarette or binge eating. She can have meaningful relationships and value her friendships. And she can finally enjoy being alone. It wasn't always this way. (eMediaWorld Aug 14, 2008)Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Darrell Green, Caron Butler, Nakia Sanford, Mambo Sauce and Justine Love Urge DC Residents to Live Tobacco Free Lives in New Campaign (eMediaWorld Aug 12, 2008)Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
In-home drug testing kits are becoming a powerful resource to ensure kids are safe from drugs. (eMediaWorld Aug 7, 2008)Wed, 06 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
One In Six Struggle With Addiction: "The Ranch" Founder Lee McCormick's Years Of Experience And Innovative Approach Result In Successful Recovery For Y Generation And Millennials (eMediaWorld Aug 6, 2008)Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:57:02 EDT
Even when confronted with a weak economy and rising unemployment rates, gambling addiction continues to grow at an accelerated rate in the United States. To combat the problem, CARE FLORIDA has created an intensive 14 Day Compulsive Gambling Treatment Program. (eMediaWorld Aug 4, 2008)Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Already combating addiction and drug problems, C.A.R.E FLORIDA continues to provide not only innovative methods, but community-driven solutions with the use of drug rehab scholarships through their website: www.helpanaddict.org. (eMediaWorld Aug 4, 2008)Fri, 01 Aug 2008 02:00:00 EDT
Burning Tree provides long term, residential drug and alcohol rehab treatment, including co-occuring disorders, and offers a relapse prevention curriculum to adults. (eMediaWorld Aug 1, 2008)