Drug & Alcohol News http://drugalcoholnews.com News & Information about Drugs, Alcohol, Addiction & More Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:28 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Mental Health Headlines: Pre-term births on decline in U.S. http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-pre-term-births-on-decline-in-u-s/08455 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-pre-term-births-on-decline-in-u-s/08455#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:28 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-pre-term-births-on-decline-in-u-s/08455 ‘Chuck’ recap: We can handle ‘the Tooth’
By Ken Tucker Ken Tucker on an episode that at first seemed overstuffed, but on reflection is just bursting with ideas and concepts

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Nursing: You can’t live without it
Canada honours and celebrates nurses and the contribution they make to our lives May 10-16. 100 Mile District General Hospital acute care manager Patti Boyd says Nurses’ Week is always celebrated in May to coincide with the birth of Florence Nightingale who is considered the founder of nursing.

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VIRGINIA POLITICS BLOG: Larry Wilder, Arne Owens join McDonnell administration
Gov. Bob McDonnell has named Lawrence D. “Larry” Wilder, Jr. as special assistant on prisoner re-entry education for his administration.

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In wake of suits, Maricopa County tackles jail-inmate care
Officials are moving forward with a $10 million plan to buy an electronic medical-records system.

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Pre-term births on decline in U.S.
The U.S. rate of pre-term births has fallen for the second year in a row, U.S. researchers reported on Tuesday. But the rates remain high compared to other developed countries.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-pre-term-births-on-decline-in-u-s/08455/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Preterm birth rates drop for most states and ethnic and gestational-age groups: March of Dimes http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-preterm-birth-rates-drop-for-most-states-and-ethnic-and-gestational-age-groups-march-of-dimes/08454 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-preterm-birth-rates-drop-for-most-states-and-ethnic-and-gestational-age-groups-march-of-dimes/08454#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:27 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-preterm-birth-rates-drop-for-most-states-and-ethnic-and-gestational-age-groups-march-of-dimes/08454 Adolescent Smoking May Be Influenced By Mothers’ Smoking Or Depression
A new study reveals that adolescents aged 12 to 17 living with mothers who are current smokers or who have had a major depressive episode in the past year are far more likely to smoke than adolescents not living under these circumstances. The study was sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as part of its strategic initiative on data and outcomes – an …

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Estranged wife of NBA star Dwyane Wade taken into custody
The estranged wife of Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade was briefly taken into custody this morning after she failed to show up for a divorce hearing. An arrest warrant had been issued for Siohvaughn Wade by the judge in the divorce case on Monday. Cook County deputies took her into custody at the Daley Center shortly after 11 a.m. after she arrived with her attorney, officials say.  She was released …

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7 children, teacher killed in latest attack at China school
BEIJING — An attacker hacked seven children and one teacher to death Wednesday and wounded up to 20 other people in a rampage at a kindergarten in northwest China, the latest in a string of savage assaults at the country’s schools.

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ENGLAND PEN-PIX
Back after his four-month rest from international cricket, prescribed and agreed with a view to the future. It starts here – and although initial opposition ought not to prove too arduous, there will doubtless be many keen to seize on any early disappointments with a ‘told-you-so’ mentality.

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Preterm birth rates drop for most states and ethnic and gestational-age groups: March of Dimes
For the first time in three decades, the nation – and most states – saw a two-year decline in preterm birth rates, indicating that strategies implemented over the past seven years have begun to pay off, according to the March of Dimes.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-preterm-birth-rates-drop-for-most-states-and-ethnic-and-gestational-age-groups-march-of-dimes/08454/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: McDougal remembered as completely full of love http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mcdougal-remembered-as-completely-full-of-love/08453 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mcdougal-remembered-as-completely-full-of-love/08453#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:27 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mcdougal-remembered-as-completely-full-of-love/08453 Eight killed, 12 injured in attack at China kindergarten – Summary
Beijing – Seven young children and a teacher died and 12 others were injured on Wednesday after a middle-aged man attacked them at a kindergarten in northern China’s Shaanxi province, officials and state media said….

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Cuts should target Florida politicians’ perks instead of state’s abused children
A lot more children will be abused in this state if legislators get their way.

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Community Links
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Long-term studies of chronic disease needed in Africa
( Public Library of Science ) There is an urgent need for longitudinal cohorts based in sub-Saharan Africa to address the growing burden of noncommunicable diseases in the region, according to a new article published in PLoS Medicine.

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McDougal remembered as completely full of love
WILLIAMSPORT Dr. Dan McDougal, former medical director at Antietam Health Services and the Community Free Clinic of Washington County, died Monday, cutting short his impassioned work to ensure health care for all, said his wife.

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A man was taken into custody peacefully after a six-hour standoff in St. Paul Park, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said police were called to a home on McCammon Avenue south of 11th Ave around 3:15 p.m Tuesday.

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TV Watch: ‘Chuck’ recap: We can handle ‘the Tooth’
It’s funny how life doesn’t exactly imitate art — er, TV — but sometimes echoes it. No sooner does my colleague Michael Ausiello report that shaky-ratings-plagued Chuck seems on the verge of renewal than the series airs a rich episode about a shakily emotional Chuck that gave us renewed reasons for why it should stay on the air.

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Eight killed, 12 injured in attack at China kindergarten – Summary
Beijing – Seven young children and a teacher died and 12 others were injured on Wednesday after a middle-aged man attacked them at a kindergarten in northern China’s Shaanxi province, officials and state media said….

Read more on EARTHtimes.org

Cuts should target Florida politicians’ perks instead of state’s abused children
A lot more children will be abused in this state if legislators get their way.

Read more on Orlando Sentinel

Community Links
Reach your community and publicize non-profit, community, or club activities here and on the Internet, at www.langleyadvance.com , where you can find a “Send Us an Event” button, as well as our “Community in Advance blog” which gives you the opportunity to post your items directly.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-community-links/08452/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Cuts should target Florida politicians’ perks instead of state’s abused children http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-cuts-should-target-florida-politicians-perks-instead-of-states-abused-children/08451 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-cuts-should-target-florida-politicians-perks-instead-of-states-abused-children/08451#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:25 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-cuts-should-target-florida-politicians-perks-instead-of-states-abused-children/08451 Cuts should target Florida politicians’ perks instead of state’s abused children
A lot more children will be abused in this state if legislators get their way.

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A man was taken into custody peacefully after a six-hour standoff in St. Paul Park, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said police were called to a home on McCammon Avenue south of 11th Ave around 3:15 p.m Tuesday.

Read more on 5 Eyewitness News St. Paul

TV Watch: ‘Chuck’ recap: We can handle ‘the Tooth’
It’s funny how life doesn’t exactly imitate art — er, TV — but sometimes echoes it. No sooner does my colleague Michael Ausiello report that shaky-ratings-plagued Chuck seems on the verge of renewal than the series airs a rich episode about a shakily emotional Chuck that gave us renewed reasons for why it should stay on the air.

Read more on Entertainment Weekly

Eight killed, 12 injured in attack at China kindergarten – Summary
Beijing – Seven young children and a teacher died and 12 others were injured on Wednesday after a middle-aged man attacked them at a kindergarten in northern China’s Shaanxi province, officials and state media said….

Read more on EARTHtimes.org

Cuts should target Florida politicians’ perks instead of state’s abused children
A lot more children will be abused in this state if legislators get their way.

Read more on Orlando Sentinel

]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-cuts-should-target-florida-politicians-perks-instead-of-states-abused-children/08451/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Man gets 10 years for rape and threats to kill http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-man-gets-10-years-for-rape-and-threats-to-kill/08450 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-man-gets-10-years-for-rape-and-threats-to-kill/08450#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:25 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-man-gets-10-years-for-rape-and-threats-to-kill/08450 Experts Say Kids Could Be Taking Vitamins They Don’t Need
American kids consume more than $1 billion worth of vitamin supplements. Much of that consumption is unnecessary. Pediatricians say that if kids are eating balanced diets, they don’t need vitamin tablets.

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Letters – Brattleboro Reformer
I was appalled when I saw the Photo Journal in the May 8-9 Weekend Reformer . The full page of free advertising for the Keepers of the Shred Skateboards co-founders were pictures of skateboarding at the Brattleboro Shine Club. One of the pictures shows a skateboarder skating off the front porch, with a visible sign on the building saying “Private Property, No Skateboards or Bicycles.”

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Man detained with knife at Capitol raises issue of security
DPS troopers detained a man with a knife at the State Capitol Monday afternoon during a hearing on health care costs.

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Suicide of Arapahoe High School student sparks meeting
The Arapahoe High School community is dealing with an issue school districts everywhere wish they never had to: teen suicide.

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Man gets 10 years for rape and threats to kill
A MAN has received a 10-year jail sentence for raping his pregnant ex-girlfriend at gunpoint in her home, threatening to kill her and breaking her front teeth.

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One of the leading causes of death amongst teenagers is suicide. The Centers for Disease control claims it is the third leading cause of death, behind accidents and homicide, of people age 15 to 24.

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7 children killed at China school in latest attack
A man charged into a kindergarten in northwestern China with a cleaver Wednesday and hacked to death seven children and two adults – the fifth such rampage in less than two months. The attacker then went home and killed…

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Obama wants federal agencies to hit the gas on hiring
If you’ve spent months trying to get a job with the federal government, things are about to get easier. Barack Obama – United States – President – Government – History

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Experts Say Kids Could Be Taking Vitamins They Don’t Need
American kids consume more than $1 billion worth of vitamin supplements. Much of that consumption is unnecessary. Pediatricians say that if kids are eating balanced diets, they don’t need vitamin tablets.

Read more on Poynter Institute

Letters – Brattleboro Reformer
I was appalled when I saw the Photo Journal in the May 8-9 Weekend Reformer . The full page of free advertising for the Keepers of the Shred Skateboards co-founders were pictures of skateboarding at the Brattleboro Shine Club. One of the pictures shows a skateboarder skating off the front porch, with a visible sign on the building saying “Private Property, No Skateboards or Bicycles.”

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-letters-brattleboro-reformer/08449/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: OCEANSIDE: New veterans clinic set to open soon http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-oceanside-new-veterans-clinic-set-to-open-soon/08448 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-oceanside-new-veterans-clinic-set-to-open-soon/08448#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:23 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-oceanside-new-veterans-clinic-set-to-open-soon/08448 The ‘Old Editor’s’ day
The North Platte Telegraph Former North Platte Telegraph editor Keith Blackledge has been recognized for his contributions to Lincoln County. He was honored with an official proclamation at Monday’s commissioner’s meeting.

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Mental illness: assessing the signs
reporter@bakercountypress.com Drug abuse, an unkempt appearance, delusions and even abrupt changes in behavior can all be symptoms of mental illness. Recognizing the warning signs and intervening early are critical to avoiding self-destructive behaviors, said Dr. Toribio Duhaylungsod, the lead psychiatrist at Northeast Florida State Hospital. Mental Health Awareness …

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Rate of premature births in U.S. declines second year in row, except in Hawaii
LOS ANGELES — For the first time in three decades, the rate of premature births in the United States has declined for two years in a row, a finding that suggests the country is finally beginning to make some progress in the battle against prematurity.

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When it Comes to Sparking a Woman’s Sexual Desire, Most Men – and Even Women – May Not Know Where to Start
When it comes to sex, more than half of men and women don’t recognize the brain as an important female sexual organ, according to a new survey.*

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OCEANSIDE: New veterans clinic set to open soon
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is set to open aneagerly awaited new health care clinic in Oceanside in two weeks,officials said.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-oceanside-new-veterans-clinic-set-to-open-soon/08448/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Mental illness: assessing the signs http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mental-illness-assessing-the-signs/08447 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mental-illness-assessing-the-signs/08447#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:23 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-mental-illness-assessing-the-signs/08447 Montgomery County Thrift Shop marks milestone
Volunteer Elvira de Castro (right) of the Montgomery County Thrift Store in Bethesda, collects clothing from donor Joyce Berlin of Silver Spring.

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Civil rights chief determined to resolve county’s jail issues
The Buffalo-born head of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division said during a visit to the city Tuesday that he is determined to work through all of the issues his agency has identified with Erie County’s jails — despite the county’s lack of cooperation.

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Super 14 home comforts key
As the Super 14 nears its semi-final stage, Ross Tucker looks at the advantages of playing at home and the effects of traveling.

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The ‘Old Editor’s’ day
The North Platte Telegraph Former North Platte Telegraph editor Keith Blackledge has been recognized for his contributions to Lincoln County. He was honored with an official proclamation at Monday’s commissioner’s meeting.

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Mental illness: assessing the signs
reporter@bakercountypress.com Drug abuse, an unkempt appearance, delusions and even abrupt changes in behavior can all be symptoms of mental illness. Recognizing the warning signs and intervening early are critical to avoiding self-destructive behaviors, said Dr. Toribio Duhaylungsod, the lead psychiatrist at Northeast Florida State Hospital. Mental Health Awareness …

Read more on The Baker County Press

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Volunteer Elvira de Castro (right) of the Montgomery County Thrift Store in Bethesda, collects clothing from donor Joyce Berlin of Silver Spring.

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Each year, hearing for killer opens new wounds
When Murray MacKinnon thinks of sitting in the same room as Russell Johnson, and listening while the lawyers and the psychiatrists recount his unspeakable crimes of a serial murderer, an old man’s heart starts to ache

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Working overtime: Good for the wallet, but bad for the heart
Working overtime increases your risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), according to a report published May 12 in the European Heart Journal . [More]

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Committee approves Michele Christiansen for appeals court
The Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee unanimously approved 3rd District Judge Michele Christiansen’s appointment to the…

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Lock-up death revisited: Family launches investigation, legal action likely (with documents)
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The family of Meredith Lickwola, the 38-year-old Schuylerville woman who died after being found unresponsive while in the custody of Saratoga Springs police, has begun their own investigation into the case.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-lock-up-death-revisited-family-launches-investigation-legal-action-likely-with-documents/08446/feed 0 Treatment Center Headlines: UTMB center offers specialty care in League City http://drugalcoholnews.com/treatment-center-headlines-utmb-center-offers-specialty-care-in-league-city/08445 http://drugalcoholnews.com/treatment-center-headlines-utmb-center-offers-specialty-care-in-league-city/08445#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:21 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/treatment-center-headlines-utmb-center-offers-specialty-care-in-league-city/08445 CORRECTING and REPLACING The Lyric at Carleton Place Announces Launch of Development Second Phase
MINNEAPOLIS—-Please replace the release dated May 5, 2010 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions.

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Art and conservation the topic of Studio 1219 painting contest
Responsible stewardship of our natural resources is a topic of growing concern among our Great Lakes communities. A Port Huron conservation group and local art studio have organized an event to help Michigan catch up with its neighbors.

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Wounded Warrior Project Expands Resiliency Program
New USO Partnership and Thank You Event to Take Place in Germany

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Adderall a Miracle Drug to College Students
Adderall is a drug widely reported to increase alertness, concentration and overall cognitive performance, while decreasing fatigue â but it is also a drug widely abused across college campuses.

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UTMB center offers specialty care in League City
The $61 million Specialty Care Center at Victory Lakes began receiving patients Monday.

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/treatment-center-headlines-utmb-center-offers-specialty-care-in-league-city/08445/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Montgomery County Thrift Shop marks milestone http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-montgomery-county-thrift-shop-marks-milestone/08444 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-montgomery-county-thrift-shop-marks-milestone/08444#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:21 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-montgomery-county-thrift-shop-marks-milestone/08444 HOESING HONORED AS HSC’S MAY EMPLOYEE OF MONTH
Donna Hoesing has been honored as the May Employee of the Month at the South Dakota Human Services Center (HSC), Yankton, South Dakota, announced Cory D. Nelson, HSC CEO.

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DePaul facility dedicated to mental health pioneer
BATAVIA–The Batavia Treatment Apartment Program, a two-story, 42-unit residence on East Main Street, was dedicated his week.

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Tiger’s roller coaster ride, on and off the course
In many ways, Tiger Woods probably feels a bit like an out-of-control roller coaster that has just veered off on to a different set of tracks.

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Golf-Tiger’s roller coaster ride, on and off the course
In many ways, Tiger Woods probably feels a bit like an out-of-control roller coaster that has just veered off on to a different set of tracks.

Read more on Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland Sport

Montgomery County Thrift Shop marks milestone
Volunteer Elvira de Castro (right) of the Montgomery County Thrift Store in Bethesda, collects clothing from donor Joyce Berlin of Silver Spring.

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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today it has settled a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency with an agreement that requires greater efforts to reduce pollution flowing to the bay.

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation settles suit with EPA
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today it has settled a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency with an agreement that requires greater efforts to reduce pollution flowing to the bay.

Read more on Eden Daily News

Update: Car Found in Clemson Student Kidnapping Investigation
  Oconee County deputies have found a car they believe is connected to Dennis Maurice Temple.  

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Physicians Focus: End-of-life issues need attention
As doctors, we’re conscious of the inevitability of death and, in recent years, we’ve been paying more attention to end-of-life issues. It’s important for us to do so because it’s important for our patients.

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May 6 On The Record
Teens charged with underage drinking MEDFORD—On the evening of April 30, police observed a suspicious beige 2002 Toyota Camry in the parking lot of Bob Meyer Park. Police said the occupants were discovered on the park’s playground equipment. Police then found seven full beer cans and eight consumed cans as well as the odor of burnt marijuana coming from the clothing of a 17 year-old Marlton …

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]]> http://drugalcoholnews.com/treatment-center-headlines-may-6-on-the-record/08443/feed 0 Mental Health Headlines: Government rejects ‘rubbery’ budget claims http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-government-rejects-rubbery-budget-claims/08442 http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-government-rejects-rubbery-budget-claims/08442#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:19 +0000 admin http://drugalcoholnews.com/mental-health-headlines-government-rejects-rubbery-budget-claims/08442 Profiles of Local Volunteers
Taking a year or more to volunteer with an organization is becoming more prevalent for young adults, especially those graduating from college. The Advertiser caught up with several former students from the area who have spent a year or more with a service agency, finding opportunities locally, out of state, even in another country.

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Premiums may undermine coverage guarantee for kids
WASHINGTON (AP) – Health insurance cuts a dividing line right through the Thompson family. Parents Mary and Joe have coverage, as does older daughter Sarah.

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BYU study: therapy just as effective over phone
Many deeply depressed people who may never consider walking into a therapist’s office can be counseled successfully over the…

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Store has helped charities since WWII
Volunteer Elvira de Castro (right) of the Montgomery County Thrift Store in Bethesda, collects clothing from donor Joyce Berlin of Silver Spring.

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Government rejects ‘rubbery’ budget claims
The Federal Government has fended off accusations its plan to get the budget back into the black is banking too heavily on a continuing mining boom and big taxes.

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Apparently, the fingers are out of the dike and the floodgates are open. Well lit, clean, smooth running and totally legal marijuana dispensaries soon will be on Boulder’s every corner — right next to the liquor stores and bars.

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SDSU to Host Second Annual Women’s Football Academy Benefiting Komen San Diego
Sports and stilettos will unite at San Diego State University’s Second Annual Women’s Football Academy benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure, San Diego on Saturday, June 5.

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation settles suit with EPA
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today it has settled a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency with an agreement that requires greater efforts to reduce pollution flowing to the bay.

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation settles suit with EPA
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today it has settled a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency with an agreement that requires greater efforts to reduce pollution flowing to the bay.

Read more on Danville Register & Bee

Chesapeake Bay Foundation settles suit with EPA
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today it has settled a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency with an agreement that requires greater efforts to reduce pollution flowing to the bay.

Read more on Eden Daily News

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