Addiction News
Breaking news about addiction therapies, counseling and rehabilitation services, events, resources, announcements, technology and products designed for all those affected by addiction and involved in treatment. This section covers addiction to substances and activities such as alcohol, drugs, sex and gambling that cause substantial harm to individuals as a result of repeated involvement.
Wraser Pharmaceuticals Announces Publication of White Paper Addressing Opioid Safety
Sharp rises in opioid abuse and overdose rates in the United States over the past two decades have prompted much-needed review of prescription rates and ease of access to controlled substances. Combatting these alarming trends requires assessing which opioids are more addictive and habit-forming than others. - April 26, 2019 - WraSer Pharmaceuticals
SFATA Uncovers an Epidemic of Misinformation About Vaping
There’s an epidemic of misinformation about vaping in the United States. SFATA, the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association, wants to make sure you’re getting the truth – not just the fake facts. SFATA believes that while the FDA is busy giving adults and teens an epidemic of... - April 16, 2019 - SFATA
Formerly Homeless Drug-Addicted Felon Writes His 2nd Book on Breaking Free from Living Life as a Victim with the Intent to Empower Other Trauma Victims to do the Same
Mark Crandall wrote "Embrace Your Past, Win Your Future" to share his message of overcoming his childhood trauma and using it to fuel the creation of an amazing life. - April 11, 2019 - 3 Fold Wellness, LLC
Church of Scientology Georgia Fights the Opioid Crisis During the Big Game in Atlanta
500,000 educational booklets were passed out in Atlanta leading up to the Big Game. - February 16, 2019 - Church of Scientology Atlanta
House of Hope Deploys New Safety Wearable Technology
AlertGPS and House of Hope in Ft. Lauderdale have teamed up together to implement new groundbreaking innovative safety technology platform to increase the effectiveness of their outpatient treatment programs. - February 14, 2019 - AlertGPS
Smart Drug Testing LLC Announces a New Drug and Alcohol Testing Center in Boston
Smart Drug Testing LLC is pleased to announce that it has opened a Boston drug testing and Boston alcohol testing center, located at 240 Commercial Street, Suite 3A Boston, MA 02109 for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. Testing hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm Monday through... - February 07, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
Dr. Keith Kantor, CEO of the Nutritional Addiction Mitigation Eating and Drinking Program Joins Advances in Nutrition and Food Magazine Board as Editorial Board Chief
Advances in Nutrition and Food Magazine is an Internationally Acclaimed Peer Review Magazine. - February 01, 2019 - NAMED
Depression2Extinction Hosting 50 Day U.S. Expedition to Build Community Beyond Depression
Depression2Extinction (d2e), a non-profit on a mission to eliminate the stigma of depression and anxiety disorders through movement, mindfulness, & human connection, announced today Founder, Jeff Jackson’s, Ultra 50 Expedition. The Expedition includes running an Ultra Marathon of 50K or... - January 26, 2019 - Depression2Extinction
Free Employment Drug Testing Offered for Federal Government Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown
Accredited Drug Testing is pleased to announce that it is now offering free drug and alcohol testing for all current Federal Government employees at all company owned and affiliated testing centers nationwide. Accredited Drug Testing recognizes that many Federal Government employees are facing financial hardship due to the government shutdown and may be required to seek employment in the private sector. - January 22, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
Medidex Partners with Count It! Lock It! Drop It! to Fight the Opioid Crisis, Launches Drug Abuse Prevention Features on MedManage App
Medidex Inc.® and Count It! Lock It! Drop It!® launch new partnership to add drug abuse prevention features to the MedManage mobile app. MedManage can help patients keep track of medications and reduce risk of possible medication misuse. Features of the app include a daily dose tracking calendar/log, medication info lookup, clear usage instructions, drug adherence charts, and a med drop box locator to dispose of unused supply. - January 22, 2019 - Medidex Inc.
The Watershed Leading the Way in Addiction Treatment Since 1998
The Watershed Addiction Treatment Programs celebrated 20 years of providing alcohol and drug addiction treatment to individuals battling substance use disorders. Over the course of two decades, The Watershed has been able to expand in both Florida and Texas. Today, The Watershed has treated over 58,000 people with drug addiction and alcoholism. - November 06, 2018 - The Watershed
Philadelphia Dentist Taking a Major Initiative to Train and Educate Healthcare Professionals to Address the Prescription Problem of Abuse and Drug Addiction
Dentists to Fight Opioid Epidemic - October 17, 2018 - Bala Institute of Oral Surgery
Can't Smell Anything? This Clinical Trial May Give You Hope.
We often take for granted the ability to smell, but people with a diminished sense of smell or who have lost this sense completely know that this ability is linked to our overall quality of life. It is a major contributor to our ability to taste food, and people who lose their sense of smell often lose their appetite. This clinical trial may give them hope. - October 15, 2018 - Foundation for Regenerative Medicine
New Hope for Old Issue: Drug Addiction and the Road to Recovery
Drug addiction has been a growing and prevalent issue not only in the states but all across the globe. On average, half of medically inclined issues, crime rate, and death are associated with drug addiction and abuse. Thus, currently, the number of rehabilitation centers has been emerging one by... - October 12, 2018 - Addiction Treatments Center
Paper Presentation at National Seminar: "Treatment Model & Drug Addiction Recovery in Solace Sabah" by Dr. Premkumar Shanmugam
Dr. Premkumar Shanmugam, the Chief Executive Officer and Clinical Director of Solace, the leading, award winning, recognised, addiction rehabilitation centre in Malaysia, has presented a paper at University Malaysia, Sabah on October 10/11 titled "Treatment Model & Drug Addiction Recovery... - October 12, 2018 - Solace Sabah
Vapor Industry Answers the FDA's Call on Youth Prevention of e-Cigarettes
The American E-liquid Manufacturing Standards Association (AEMSA) and the Smoke-Free Alternative Trade Association (SFATA) announce the launch of a joint-venture, comprehensive Youth Education, Protection, and Prevention program – the YEPP program. As industry leaders in youth vapor product... - October 04, 2018 - SFATA
"The Winning Way to Quit Smoking" - New Edition - Holistic Way to Quit for Good
Announcing the new edition of The Winning Way To Quit Smoking" by Shirley Amy, BSc. This Winning Method unlocks the secrets to quitting smoking for good. It is designed to turn smokers lives around, and make their lives fantastic, healthy and happy. And all they have to do is to reduce their cigarette intake by 10% a month, while they systematically build up their physical and mental strength with cutting-edge holistic supports and suggestions. - September 27, 2018 - Shirley Amy
Physician at HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center Continues Crusade Against Opioid Epidemic
In 2017, Donald Stader, MD, FACEP, helped develop and lead a six-month pilot project called the Colorado Opioid Safety Collaborative launched by Colorado Hospital Association. His ongoing efforts to decrease potential abuse include the Alternatives to Opioids in the Emergency Department, a provision secured in the Opioid Crisis Response Act. - September 27, 2018 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Recovery Unplugged to be Featured in USA Today for “Three Moms” Campaign
Recovery Unplugged Treatment Centers is being featured in USA Today's Addiction and Mental Health Awareness issue on Thursday, September 13th. The "Three Stories" multimedia campaign created by Recovery Unplugged highlights the stories of three mothers and their children who have made it to the other side of addiction - together. - September 08, 2018 - Recovery Unplugged
Recovery Unplugged Kicks Off National Recovery Month Campaign
Recovery Unplugged Treatment Centers kicked-off a multimedia marketing campaign in observance of National Recovery Month. The campaign aims to promote awareness, education, and empowerment throughout the recovery community and their loved ones. Content is being created that celebrate those in recovery, provide information to help people stay clean, and educate loved ones about treatment and the recovery process. - September 08, 2018 - Recovery Unplugged
Event to Recognize Caregivers and Honor Okeechobee Mayor and Hospice CEO on Sept. 20th
Okeechobee Senior Services, Today’s Caregiver magazine and Caregiver.com to honor family caregivers and local leading caregiver advocates Mayor Watford and Gail Gerntrup on Sept 20th Fearless Caregiver Conference – IRSC Williamson Center. Seat still available for family caregivers to attend. - August 28, 2018 - Caregiver.com, Inc.
Coastal Drug Testing Opens Miami, FL Office
Coastal Drug Testing is pleased to announce that it has opened drug and alcohol testing centers in Miami, FL. Testing centers are located at 1050 NW 14th Street Miami, FL 33136, 2720 SW 97th Ave Miami, FL 33165, 2601 SW 37th Ave Miami, FL 33133 and 13808 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33184 for employers... - August 12, 2018 - Coastal Drug Testing
Sheer Recovery Sponsors Professional Beach Volleyball Player and Olympic Hopeful Alexa Strange
The Orange County drug and alcohol treatment center has partnered up with the professional beach volleyball player to promote sobriety and healthy living. - August 09, 2018 - Sheer Recovery
Katrina Foley Says No to Needle Exchange Near Schools
In one Southern California town, a Mayoral candidate is joining with other local leaders to stop a state agency from placing a needle exchange program near two elementary schools. - August 07, 2018 - Katrina Foley
#BeeToo Hashtags Are Going Viral - Depression, Anxiety and Mental Health Are Closely Connected to Medical Dependency
New Social Organisation - MediBee Community raises awareness on the growing need for support and attention to the millions of people who are affected by poor mental health and the rising amount of medicine dependency in the western world is a clear reflection of that. MediBee - a grass root organisation who see possibilities of prevention and support through digital solutions, are now reaching out for media's help through GoFundMe. - August 02, 2018 - MediBee
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association Announces the Honorable William J. Bennett as the 2019 Conference Keynote Speaker
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) has announced its 2019 Conference and Trade Show will be held at Wyndham Hotel, San Antonio River Walk, Texas, March 26-29, 2019. NDASA is also pleased to announce that the Keynote Speaker for the Conference will be the Honorable William J. - August 01, 2018 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
BreakFreely Launches New Website to Help the Addiction Community
BreakFreely.com Lists Only Licensed & Accredited Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers. - August 01, 2018 - BreakFreely Inc.
Actress and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Karen Duffy, to be a Focal Point and Consulting Producer for Documentary "Balancing the Pain Scale"
The film will detail the lives of people living with chronic pain and explore alternative treatments for pain management. - July 11, 2018 - Yellow Dog Productions
Wisconsin Researcher Pegs Alcohol Industry in Opioid Crisis Book
New book to be released at three overseas addiction conferences looks at the root cause of the opioid crisis and offers solutions, not "Band-Aid approaches." - July 03, 2018 - Alcohologist.com
New York Judge Green Lights Opioid Cost Recovery Litigation
In yet another landmark victory for the Napoli Shkolnik team, Judge Jerry Garguilo brushed aside a procedural motion and allowed the fight for fair compensation to go on. Paul J. Napoli is Co-Lead Counsel in the New York Opioid Cost Recovery Litigation. “The result itself was not too... - June 26, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Addiction Medicine Community Applauds Passage of House’s Bipartisan Legislative Package to Combat the Opioid Addiction & Overdose Epidemic
Bipartisan Legislative Package Lays Groundwork for Systemic Changes to America’s Addiction Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Support Delivery Systems - June 22, 2018 - The American Society of Addiction Medicine
Integrative Medicine for the Underserved to Host Congressional Briefing on Non-Drug Solutions to Treat Opioid Use and Chronic Pain in Underserved Communities
On Thursday, June 21, 2018, IM4US will head to Capitol Hill as part of its 8th Annual Conference to host a briefing and discussion on non-pharmacological strategies to address opioid use and chronic pain management in underserved populations. - June 19, 2018 - Integrative Medicine for the Underserved
Inspiring New Book About Alcoholism, Shifts Our Focus from the Problem to Solutions - Aimed at Saving Children, is Published
"So You Love an...Alcoholic?" shares a firsthand account of Grace’s journey to living a healthier life full of self-love, acceptance, and truth. It compiles the hard-learned lessons and realizations that she faced during recovery while focusing on bringing healing, affirmation, relief, and wisdom to women who find themselves in the same situation. The lessons found in "So You Love an...Alcoholic?" inspire women to take action and seek help for themselves-not just their alcoholics. - June 15, 2018 - Grace W. Wroldson - Author
New Addiction Memoir Honored as Finalist in 2018 International Book Awards
LWS Literary Services announces that "Mind on Fire: A Case of Successful Addiction Recovery," written by Philip Muls, was chosen as a Finalist in the Addiction and Recovery category of the 2018 International Book Awards. Muls’ memoir chronicles his journey from high-functioning alcoholic and corporate executive to recovered addict. Muls wrote his story in order to offer hope, support, and guidance to those struggling with addiction. - June 12, 2018 - LWS Literary Services
Castle Placement Named Exclusive Placement Agent for Capital Raise for Saved from Addiction
Saved from Addiction, a residential inpatient and intensive outpatient program facility in Westchester County, NY, announced today that it has engaged Castle Placement as its exclusive placement agent to raise $16 million of equity and debt to purchase a property and transform it into a high-end... - June 01, 2018 - Castle Placement
The Human Magnet Syndrome: The Codependent Narcissist Trap by Psychotherapist Ross Rosenberg
A new book from bestselling author Ross Rosenberg. Ross brings his wealth of experience and expertise in this powerful book and explores why our soul mate can often be our cell mate. "Powerful and predictable unconscious dysfunctional relationship forces disguise themselves as what is commonly known as 'chemistry.'" This book motivates the reader to break free from a relationship partner that is harmful. - May 24, 2018 - Ross Rosenberg
Church of Scientology to Host Breakfast on Drug Prevention
The Church of Scientology in partnership with Drug-Free Tennessee, is hosting a breakfast on drug prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse. - May 19, 2018 - Drug Free South
Dr. Keith Kantor, CEO and Founder of NAMED to Serve as Chair of Outside Fundraising for NAMI - Gwinnett
Kantor Completed Successful Term as Vice President of NAMI - Gwinnett. - May 10, 2018 - NAMED
Stop Smoke Stock Uses Bitcoin to Help Smokers Quit
Free app released for Android focusing on short-term goals coupled with the financial upsides of quitting smoking. - May 04, 2018 - Stop Smoke Stock
Orem Based Brain Rehab Clinic is the First in the State to Offer Innovative GyroStim Neuro Therapy
Brain Rehab Clinic is excited to announce the arrival of the GyroStim. This state of the art technology is the first in the state of Utah to offer this innovative approach for treating various neurologic conditions such as: post-concussion syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), strokes and vertigo. - April 25, 2018 - Brain Rehab Clinic
Arizona Governor Ducey Proclaims April 23-29 Addiction Treatment Week
The Honorable Doug Ducey, Governor of Arizona, signs proclamation declaring April 23rd -29th, 2018 Addiction Treatment Week in Arizona. National Addiction Treatment Week, an initiative by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), raises awareness that addiction is a disease, evidence-based... - April 24, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
New Drug & Alcohol Screening Association Formed
Drug and Alcohol Industry Members Form National Association - Press Conference April 23, 2018 - 9:30am, National Press Club, 13th Floor (Zenger Room), 529 14th Street NW, Washington D.C. - April 20, 2018 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Nashville to Celebrate International Day Against Drug Abuse
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, and is planning a series of events for the 2018 International Day Against Drug Abuse. - April 19, 2018 - Drug Free South
Governor Walker Proclaims Addiction Treatment Week in Wisconsin
Governor Walker shows his support for those with addiction by proclaiming April 23-29th, 2018 Addiction Treatment Week in Wisconsin. National Addiction Treatment Week is an initiative which promotes that addiction is a disease, evidence-based treatments are available, and recovery is possible. The week also highlights the need for clinicians to enter the field of addiction medicine. - April 05, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
GnuPharma Sees Promise with Non-Cannabis Plants Which Stimulate the Endocannabinoid System; Company Continues Its Scientific and Market Development
GnuPharma holds pending patents on its ideas that non-cannabis plants can be used to modulate the endocannabinoid system for medicinal benefits. - March 28, 2018 - GnuPharma
Lakeview Health at The Woodlands Has Received Accreditation from The Joint Commission
Accreditation helps to enhance quality and safety of care - March 25, 2018 - Lakeview Health
Charges Dropped Against Addiction Canada Rehab Owner
John Haines is back to the business of saving lives during these times of epidemic in Canada. - March 23, 2018 - Addiction Canada
Addiction Recovery Network Aims for Success Rates Instead of Death Rates in Canada
Addiction Recovery Network now has numerous effective proven therapies to help individuals get to the root cause of their addiction problem. They use Psychological and therapeutic professionals holding expertise in their perspective fields that offer the very best services with increased success rates in Canada. - March 22, 2018 - Addiction Recovery Network
New Sober Living Environment for Teens is Now Registered with CCAPP in California
Hosanna Transitional Living is a Christian based post-treatment transitional housing and sober living environment for adolescent males in Castro Valley, California. They applied for and received registration with the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) to ensure they meet the highest possible standards for sober living homes in Northern California. - March 20, 2018 - Hosanna Transitional Living
Future Now Detox Launches Comprehensive Addiction Website, Offers Holistic Addiction Treatment
Future Now Detox, West Palm Beach’s premier provider of holistic detox and addiction recovery services, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new comprehensive website. Future Now Detox is committed to healing people from the disease of addiction. Using proven holistic modalities, the caring team at Future Now works with addicts to redeem themselves and live the lives they deserve. - March 14, 2018 - Future Now Detox