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San Francisco Considers ‘recovery first’ Drug Policy

VIDEO – DYING BY THE BAY – April 24, 2025 - “I think having a city policy that says, listen, the cessation of illicit drug use and long-term recovery is the primary objective of our drug policy,” Dorsey said. “That’s... Read More...

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Podcast Gives Man a Voice in Addiction Recovery

VIDEO – WE ARE LEGION – April 23, 2025 - For Ronnie LeDuff, therapy doesn’t come in the form of a counseling session. It comes through a microphone. “I didn’t know how to be vulnerable,” LeDuff said. “I didn’t un... Read More...

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Elev8 Centers to Address Growing Addiction Crisis in New York

TALL ORDER – April 23, 2025 - Elev8 Centers has announced the launch of an enhanced alcohol rehab program designed to meet the increasing demand for effective addiction treatment services in New York City. The compre... Read More...

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Woman Who Overcame Addiction Helping Others

EACH ONE, TEACH ONE – April 23, 2025 - A mother-of-two who was helped by a rehabilitation organisation said she is “overrun” with gratitude now her life is back on track. “Every woman deserves opportunity and if my h... Read More...

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Big Chief Supports Nora Volkow

JOB SECURITY? – April 23, 2025 - Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health gave a ringing endorsement to the nation’s top addiction researcher, Nora Volkow, this week in his first publ... Read More...

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Person of the Week: Jami Lula

Lending his voice and leadership in concert to youth groups and spiritual centers throughout the nation, Jami Lula has been honored by LA Music Awards (“Best Male Vocalist”), winner of the Centers for Spiritual Living “... Read More...

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Is SAMHSA Dead? Health Orgs Face Funding Shut Off

FUNDING FIASCO – April 17, 2025 - Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia sought a restraining order to protect the $11 billion in funding. In early April, a federal judge granted a temporary injunctio... Read More...

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Hazelden/Betty Ford Adds Mental Health Treatment As Addicts Demand Help

VIDEO – GOOD FOR BUSINESS TOO! – April 17, 2025 - Beginning this month, care for substance use and mental health will go hand-in-hand. Rannon Arch, Director of Co-Occurring Clinical Services for the Hazelden Betty F... Read More...

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Smart-Cribs Soothe Babies With Opiate Withdrawal

WTF? – April 17, 2025 - Tech out of the University of Vermont Medical Center is helping babies suffering from drug exposure get a better night’s sleep. Vermont’s opioid overdoses increased almost 500% in the... Read More...

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Person of the Week: Heather Hayes

STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – April 22, 2025 - Heather Hayes is the founder and CEO of Heather R. Hayes & Associates, Inc. She is a Master’s level Licensed Counselor in the State of Georgia, and Board Registere... Read More...

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Salvation Army Denys Addiction Medications To Clients

‘largest provider of residential treatment’ – April 16, 2025 - A federal judge has given the go-ahead for a class-action lawsuit that could radically expand Americans’ access to lifesaving addiction medications. ... Read More...

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Hospital Adopts Revolutionary ‘hotspotting’ Addiction Treatment Program

VIDEO – PROGRESS – April 14, 2025 - New York City’s public hospital system is adopting a revolutionary addiction treatment program at its medical facility serving the South Bronx after the same initiative helped dra... Read More...

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Mayor On Drug Use & Sobriety & Homophobic Abuse

BELFAST MAYOR – April 17, 2025 - It is no secret that Belfast is currently in the grip of a drugs epidemic, and when asked if he had ever smoked marijuana, Micky Murray admitted that he has tried it twice. “I d... Read More...

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Rehabs Reeling From Federal Funding Cuts

VIDEO – WE SHALL SURVIVE – April 9, 2025 - Long-distance running is something that comes naturally to the Running Rooster but he says he lost that passion while battling addiction. Thanks to organizations like Dawn ... Read More...

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Supporting Your Partner on Their Sobriety Journey

HELPING HAND – April 4, 2025 - “Recovery affects both people in the relationship—not just the one with addiction. Partners might feel stressed or anxious. Sometimes even resentful, especially if trust has been an iss... Read More...

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Help for Those With Addictions is in Jeopardy

CLEVELAND DESERVES BETTER – April 10, 2025 - As our country faces the possibility of federal health care funding cuts, it’s critical that we raise awareness about what’s at stake — especially for low-income individua... Read More...

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Comedy Shows Focus on Addiction Recovery

WE ARE NOT A GLUM LOT – April 9, 2025 - Recovering from addiction may not be a laughing matter but Aims Community College students hope they can give their peers a reason to smile. They said they wanted to bring the&... Read More...

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Addiction Counselors Help Save Lives

VIDEO – IT STARTS IN REHAB – April 3, 2025 - “People are literally dying from just taking a pill that they thought was regular pain medicine, and it’ll be fentanyl, and they’ll be dead,” said Stuart Bostwick. “We ha... Read More...

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Person of The Week: Erica Spiegelman

STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – April 8, 2025 - Erica Spiegelman is a nationally recognized author, counselor, and speaker specializing in addiction recovery, personal transformation, and wellness coaching. As a lice... Read More...

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Parents Sue “HealthRight 360” After their Son Dies in Rehab

EVERY LIFE MATTERS! – March 31, 2025 - The parents of Justin Cartwright, after fatally overdosing inside San Francisco’s largest addiction treatment program, have sued the HealthRight 360, alleging that it fail... Read More...

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In Memory and Praise: Dennis McDougal by Burl Barer

THE ACID KING – April 1, 2025 - Author Dennis McDougal, 77, and his wife, Sharon,76,died after a four-vehicle crash last Friday on the Interstate 10 Freeway in Desert Center, California. Dennis was not only my ... Read More...

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Person of the Week: John Shinholser

STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – April 1, 2025 - John Shinholser is a recovery warrior, he fights excellent battles, and wins (most of the time) He is the co-founder of McShin and has influenced many “recovery” laws a... Read More...

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Sober Living House Founder’s Trial Set for September

VIDEO – OUT ON BAIL – March 12, 2025 - Dawn Holland, the founder and former executive director of the sober living rehabilitation facility DAWNS House in Bend, will go on trial in September for charges related to all... Read More...

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Home-Based Recovery is a Lifeline for Many

CANADIAN SUNRISE – March 13, 2025 - Opinion: Treatment at home is crucial for those facing barriers, such as stigma, to accessing traditional treatment or simply because there is often not a detox bed ava... Read More...

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In Loving Memory of Debbie D. Murphy (1933-2025)

THE OLD GUARD PASSING – March 21, 2025 - It is with great sadness that the Stepping Stones Foundation and the Murphy family share news of the passing of Debbie D. Murphy (September 19, 1933–January 21, 2025). Debbie ... Read More...

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Person of The Week: Brette Taylor

STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – March 25, 2025 - Brette Taylor is an acclaimed actress and filmmaker. She actively works as a writer, producer, actor, and director on projects that highlight her connection to s... Read More...

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Sobriety For Profit

VIDEO – KEEP IT $IMPLE – March 13, 2025 - Unlike non-profit sober living homes in Bloomington such as Amethyst House and Courage to Change, Malibu House is registered with the state as a Domestic Limited Liability P... Read More...

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Recovery Cards Have Messages of Hope

SPREADING THE WORD – March 12, 2025 - The Recovery Card Project was created over five years ago and more than 150,000 cards have since been distributed. According to Shadia Lemus, BHA marketing supervisor, the projec... Read More...

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Person of the Week: David Cohen

STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – March 18, 2025 - David Cohen, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is the Clinical Director and COO at Harmony Place in Woodland Hills, CA. Since 2003, he’s been a leader in addiction an... Read More...

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Film ‘Shuffle’ Reveals How Rehab Facilities Prey on Addicts for the Sake of Profit

NEW DOCUMENTARY – March 12, 2025 - Benjamin Flaherty spent three years shooting “Shuffle,” a documentary that follows three addicts who are trying to stay alive in rehab facilities that are scamming insurance c... Read More...

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