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Santiago de Chile/ Madrid – The 33 Chilean mineworkers who have been trapped 700 metres underground for more than three weeks have asked the authorities to send them alcohol, the Spanish daily El Pais reported Monday.
Trapped Chilean miners ask for alcohol
Study finds common risk factors link to painkiller addiction
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A new Geisinger study begins to unlock the puzzle of painkiller (opioid) addiction – why some people are more likely to become addicted than others. Geisinger investigators have found that patients with four common risk factors have a significantly higher risk of addiction. In addition, a history of severe drug dependence and drug abuse compounds the risk.
Footy star’s drug spiral
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A FORMER AFL footballer has revealed how a six-year drug and alcohol addiction nearly claimed his life.
Lindsay Lohan Faces Risk of Relapse Without Ongoing Addiction Treatment According to Timberline Knolls Residential …
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CHICAGO, Aug. 27 /PRNewswire/ — While Lindsay Lohan’s doctors say a personality disorder misdiagnosed as an addiction is the root of her problems, a medical expert from Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center suggests further ongoing addiction treatment will still be needed to save her life. Kimberly Dennis, M.D., medical director for Timberline Knolls and a psychiatrist who specializes …
Planned Lawrence rehab clinic has foes
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LAWRENCE — A local developer who wants to establish a drug and alcohol rehabilitation clinic here for well-heeled clients is running into opposition from potential neighbors who fear that criminal activity will rise.