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Drug Treatment Santa Cruz Addicts Desperately Need Is Available Through Non-Profit Referral Service

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Ever since the term ‘war on drugs’ was first uttered in 1971 by then U.S. president Richard Nixon, battle lines have been drawn on American soil. Santa Cruz is on the outside a picturesque coastal tourist town in California. But scratch beneath the surface and you’ll see a town dependent on its alcohol and drug treatment facilities. Santa Cruz is above the national averages for violent crimes, crimes involving property damage, and theft. Many of those statistics are due to crimes committed under the influence of illegal substances or alcohol. Fortunately, internet sites such as Drug-Rehab.org can at least steer people in the right direction to find help through counseling and addiction centers not only in California, but across the entire country.

August 17, 2010 — The war on drugs should also include a provision for alcohol rehab. San Diego and other cities continue to battle DUIs and other alcohol related offenses, while drug treatment Santa Cruz residents desperately need has often remained inaccessible. Drug-rehab.org, a non-profit placement agency works with addicts, their families and alcohol and drug treatment facilities to ensure those who need help are directed to the right facility.

Perhaps the most difficult obstacle to overcome in beating an addiction is convincing someone they need alcohol treatment or drug rehab. When such services are in place, the benefits are far reaching. San Francisco has implemented statewide recovery programs that focus on the individual suffering from the addiction as well as their families, since family involvement is often key in alcohol rehab. San Diego has even seen a rise in alcohol and drug treatment centers that offer holistic treatments specifically tailored to an individual’s needs. Many of these programs can be performed on an outpatient basis, although there are a large number of facilities that offer stay over treatments as well. Drug-rehab.org puts people in touch with the programs that could save their lives.

Even with drug and alcohol treatment readily available, the war on drugs will continue to be an ongoing fight. Every month, 12.8 million Americans use an illegal drug of some sort, whether it’s marijuana or cocaine. Considering that in 1979 that number was almost 50 million, it looks like efforts to curb drug use and the resulting addictions may indeed be working. In California, there are positive signs that addiction programs and counseling are on the right track. Since 2006, fatalities involving either drugs or alcohol have decreased yearly. Based on these statistics, the state continues to pump billions of dollars into prevention and Drug Treatment Santa Cruz hopes to take advantage of these dollars and continue to expand the services the city currently offers, as well as give tax incentives to private clinics currently operating there with the hopes of more clinics opening in the future.

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Top Government Hospital for Stem Cell Treatments and Research Located in Beijing Launches English Website

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The Stem Cell Transplantation Department at the General Hospital of Chinese People’s Armed Police Forces has launched an English version of its website www.sinostemcells.com for its ever-growing international patients seeking Stem cell treatments. The new user-friendly site reflects the department’s vision of readily available, authentic, and relevant information and aims to supply its online visitors with up-to-date information on the department’s current stem cell therapies and research programs.

The Stem Cell Transplantation Department Director Dr. Yihua An, PhD, says “Access to relevant, quality information is becoming more important for international patients, their physicians, and families. We have met the ever-increasing need for English language updates on our current research direction and practices and have developed a modern English website especially designed for a Western audience.”

The department is located at the General Hospital of Chinese People’s Armed Police Forces in Beijing – a top Level 3A military institution that integrates healthcare services, scientific research, and medical education.

The Stem cell department is active in the field of stem cell treatments and research. The department primary focus is on Stem cell treatment for Spinal Cord Injury and Brain Injury apart from central nervous system -related diseases like Cerebral palsy and Stroke.

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Data Shows Mid-Age Adults Overdosing At Greater Rates

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David Mineta, Deputy Director of Demand Reduction for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, presented a keynote address in California recently, highlighting the widespread abuse of strong prescription narcotics such as OxyContin.

In the past 4 years, prescription drug deaths have risen by 60 percent and most of those deaths have been related to the abuse of Oxycodone which is viewed by abusers as a synthetic, yet more expensive, form of heroin.

It was previously thought that young people were the ones most affected by such abuse and death; however, statistics show that many more deaths are happening within the 30 to 50 year-old-age range.

“These statistics are revealing,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “In the past, young people have been thought of as the ones we should target to prevent substance abuse. It is encouraging in that it seems that drug prevention programs are working with our youth. Unfortunately, maybe not enough time has been spent on educating adults on the risks of addiction.”

One explanation for this overdose explosion among 30 to 50 year olds could be related to the health problems some begin experiencing at this age. Many of those included within these statistics had diagnoses such as PTSD, chronic pain syndrome, fibromyalgia and various mental disorders, specifically schizophrenia and manic depressive illness.

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Recreational Prescription Painkiller Hospital Admissions Highest In Ten Years

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A July 2010 study published by the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration has shown an increase in drug abuse admissions of four times the average of the past 10 years at hospitals nationwide, for recreational use of narcotic prescriptions.

The study shows that for those individuals age 12 and older, admissions involving abuse of narcotics rose over 400 percent between 1998 and 2008, across all segments of the population, without regard to gender, level of education, ethnicity or socio-economic status.

“One of the most striking points of this study is that the demographic for these admissions is so widespread,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “Previously, we have seen increases in a specific group, such as adolescents, and it’s a bit disconcerting to see such a significant increase over all groups. Something within society is changing and, most likely, these increases are related to the availability of these narcotics. Many states are recognizing this issue and are working with the medical field on how best to control this problem.”

These studies show that the need for effective drug rehab has never been greater. Statistics show that recreational use of prescription painkillers is the second most prevalent form of illicit drug use and are the sole source of the fastest growing drug problem within the US .

Mountainside’s original, unique approach to drug rehab began 12 years ago. Professionals in the drug treatment fields have recognized the effectiveness of Mountainside’s treatment modalities and how they are giving individuals an optimum chance for sustained recovery.

The compassionate, caring treatment team at Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is comprised of licensed and certified counselors and social workers as well as an on-staff Nurse Practitioner and a Registered Nurse, both of whom have specializations and extensive experience in drug addiction and alcohol treatment. For clients who may have psychiatric issues and/or a dual diagnosis, Mountainside provides the services of a Psychiatrist who also has specialization in addictions.

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Tighter Narcotic Prescription Regulations Hope To Decrease Need For Drug Rehab

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In a move to curtail prescription drug abuse, Washington State is considering legislation that would require physicians to refer chronic narcotic pain medication users to a physician who specializes in pain management.

The need for this legislation stems from the over-prescribing of narcotics and under-monitoring their effectiveness on patients with such ailments as chronic lower back pain or arthritis. Proponents of the legislation have noted that terminally ill or cancer patients would not be affected and physicians would be able to prescribe pain medications as needed for end-of-life comfort measures.

“Prescription drug abuse is growing at an unprecedented rate today,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “Not only is this creating an increased need for effective drug rehab, but it’s creating an epidemic of fatalities from drug overdose. It’s evident that there are some individuals who truly are dependent on narcotic pain medications to function in their daily lives; there are those who oppose legislation controlling the prescribing of pain medications because they fear that those in need would be denied those medications. That should not be the case – in fact, referral to a pain management specialist would actually give chronic pain sufferers a better quality of life as the source of their pain can better be addressed and monitored by a specialist. In addition, it’s highly likely that a more effective, long-term solution will be provided to those individuals.”

It’s estimated that in the past year, narcotic pain killers accounted for 7 percent of the total prescribed drugs, and the number of individuals taking them increased by over a third compared to previous years. Increased use of long-acting opioids such as OxyContin and methadone has contributed greatly to the epidemic of death by prescription overdose, second only to car accidents in nationwide fatalities.

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Doctors Endorse VistaBay’s Drug Rehabilitation Provo-Area Programs

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Medical professionals don’t lend their name to just any drug rehabilitation program. They must study the program, follow up with referred patients, and see results before providing any endorsement. When it comes to Utah drug rehabs and those in surrounding areas, doctors often recommend VistaBay and its Narconon approach to drug rehabilitation. Let’s hear from some of the professionals themselves:

Dr. Alfonzo Paredes, M.D. – board certified in psychiatry and neurology and a professor at UCLA School of Medicine – has this to say about the Narconon-based, VistaBay methodology that has helped so many patients at Utah drug rehabs:

“Addicts characteristically subordinate values such as work, family relationships and community responsibilities to the ingestion and unwise use of alcohol and/or drugs. Social neglect and criminal behavior are frequent companions of drug abuse and alcoholism. Efforts to develop a functional normative system, as it is done by Vista Bay, should result in favorable outcomes. Vista Bay has demonstrated that this redefinition of the normative system of addicts is possible to implement with empathy, compassion, and respect for the addict.”

Dr. Megan Shields, M.D. – a diplomat with the American Board of Family Practice who presents often on substance abuse and public health – concurs with her colleague about the Narconon-based, VistaBay program used at Drug Rehabilitation Provo area facilities:

“There is not often good news in our struggle with the consequences of alcohol and other drug abuse in our society. I am happy to say that the Vista Bay program is good news. I encourage you to review it carefully and consider utilizing it. Many years ago I did and I have been able to help save many lives as a result.”

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Drug Rehab Henderson Nevada Locations Help To Combat The State’s Growing Methamphetamine Problem

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As Methamphetamine continues to flow into Nevada from out of state, more and more people are looking for options for effective drug rehab. Henderson, Reno, Las Vegas and other cities in the State continue to see the effects of the drug problem, including crime and social issues. Drug-Rehab.org, a nonprofit organization has been helping families in the region to sort through the wide range of drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers, placing their loved ones in the programs where they are most likely to succeed.

Families are often caught between a rock and a hard place when a loved one is suffering from a drug or alcohol addiction. As their family member spirals deeper into the clutches of addiction, they are faced with an often overwhelming range of choices. There are literally thousands of rehab centers across the country and trying to find a residential drug addiction program that meets their needs can be time confusing and expensive. The counselors at Drug-Rehab.org work with families to help them choose the best facility for helping their loved one, whether it’s an alcohol rehab San Jose location or inpatient treatment in Carson City.

According to the DEA, Methamphetamine is the most widely available drug in Nevada and continues to grow in popularity. Most of the Methamphetamine (better known as Crystal Meth) isn’t produced locally, but is imported by Mexican drug organizations producing the drug in “Super Labs” and trucking it through California and into the state. This makes it difficult to shut down the industry simply by raiding and closing production labs. Besides Crystal Meth, other drugs identified by the DEA as being of concern in Nevada include: Cocaine, Heroin, Marijuana, Pharmaceuticals (including OxyContin, Valium and Xanax) and so-called Club Drugs such as LSD. With drugs so readily available and alcohol never being in short supply, the scene is set for widespread addiction. That’s why organizations such as Drug-Rehab.org are so important. With state resources stretched to the limit with enforcement issues, the families of addicts have few places to turn for help in finding effective drug rehab Henderson and other Nevada cities have numerous options and by contacting Drug-Rehab.org, a counselor can provide the guidance that helps families to quickly make the right treatment choice based on specific needs, budget and location.

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VistaBay Provides The Drug Treatment San Diego, San Francisco And Las Vegas Residents Need To Get Back On Track

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Success rates say it all. A graduate from a VistaBay residential drug and alcohol treatment center has a better chance at long-term sobriety than an addict who completed a traditional rehab program. Why does VistaBay work when others often do not? Narconon. The non-traditional drug rehab program at the core of VistaBay’s program does not teach addicts that they are hopeless or that addiction is a disease to be cured. Instead, Narconon empowers its students by giving them the tools they need to free themselves of dependency. Those tools – used by all VistaBay locations, including the drug and alcohol rehab Las Vegas, San Francisco and San Diego area centers – include:

A Drug-Free Physical Detoxification – At VistaBay, each student undergoes a physical detoxification to rid his body of all alcohol and drugs, plus their residues, as residues can cause physical cravings months after an addict has taken the alcohol or drugs, triggering a relapse. Narconon employs dry sauna sessions and nutritional therapy to flush all toxins from the system and it never uses drugs to ease withdrawal symptoms. Students graduate from VistaBay alcohol and drug treatment San Diego, San Francisco and Las Vegas area programs truly drug-free.

Life Education Courses – Through these Narconon-based classes, a student will begin to understand his addiction, confront past mistakes related to his addiction and begin to heal relationships harmed by his addiction. At VistaBay drug and alcohol treatment San Francisco, San Diego and Las Vegas area programs, the student also will contemplate his future and learn how to deal better with life’s many obstacles. He will identify positive and healthy people to have in his life and set achievable goals.

Time – VistaBay’s alcohol and Drug Treatment San Diego, San Francisco and Las Vegas area programs take an open-ended approach. They do not limit a student’s stay to what an insurance company will pay, but instead offer a fixed-cost plan. This allows the student to heal on his own schedule and to leave VistaBay when he is ready to live a sober life outside of treatment. The average stay at a Vista Bay drug and alcohol treatment San Francisco, San Diego and Las Vegas area facility is three to six months.

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Drug Treatment Santa Francisco Addicts Need Can Be Found With Help Of Nonprofit Organization

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The toll of addictions -especially drug and alcohol abuse- on this nation is appalling, with more people than ever in desperate need of drug treatment. Santa Francisco and other California cities are often considered to be hotbeds of substance abuse, but it can be a challenge for addicts or the friends and families of addicts to find effective options for drug or alcohol treatment. San Francisco and other California cities actually have a very large selection of rehab clinics to choose f r o m, and Drug-Rehab.org, a nonprofit referral and placement service, is there to point the way to the facility that makes the best sense based on the client’s needs, location and budget.

August 4, 2010 — The drug treatment Santa Francisco substance abusers need is available, but finding it has often been a challenge. When someone decides that they need help, or when their family decides to intervene, time is usually of the essence. But wading through the options can be time consuming, confusing and there is also the risk of picking the wrong rehab center. Enter Drug-Rehab.org, a nonprofit organization that tracks over 3,000 facilities nationwide, including drug and alcohol rehab. San Diego, San Francisco and hundreds of other cities are part of this network and Drug-Rehab.org counselors are always available to help people in need find a center that has a good reputation, offers programs to fit their specific need, and is within their budget.

California has always been somewhat of a national hotspot when it comes to substance abuse. As the nation’s most populous state, that might be expected, but there are other factors at play as well, including industries (including entertainment and technology) that are high stress, high paying and known to sometimes cultivate excess. In San Francisco, for example, this translates into an average monthly toll of 20 alcohol-related deaths and 4 deaths attributed to drug abuse, along with a daily police blotter that includes 13 drug-related arrests and 10 DUI arrests. Clearly, there is a need for drug and alcohol treatment. San Francisco offers many options for those seeking help, but a quick call to a Drug-Rehab.org counselor can make all the difference in finding the right one.

San Francisco has a population of over 800,000 making it the 12th largest city in the US. It also holds the dubious distinction of having the highest number of homeless inhabitants per capita of any major US city. Homelessness and substance abuse go hand in hand and it seems likely that at least some of these people could use help, but are uncertain of where to turn for Drug Treatment Santa Francisco and area residents can find the help they need, quickly, by contacting Drug-Rehab.org.

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South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Describes Dangers of Neglecting Dental Treatment

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The Surgeon General’s first report on oral health observes that dental cavities are the most common childhood health problem – 5 times more common than asthma. More than 50% of children ages 5 to 9 have at least one filling.

One of South Florida’s best cosmetic dentists, Dr. Charles Nottingham, observes “We lack adequate access to dental care for many Americans. For every American with dental insurance, there are three more who don’t have it.”

Poor children are two times more likely to suffer from cavities than their more affluent peers. More than 51 million school hours are lost to dental-related illnesses and the corresponding pain can cause problems with learning, eating, and speaking. “We have the technology and know-how to ensure that everyone can improve their oral health, but not everyone has access to it,” notes Dr. Nottingham, one of South Florida’s best dentists.

Adults don’t fare much better. Fewer than two-thirds visit a dentist in a given year. Americans lose more than 164 million hours of work time each year from dental disease or dental visits. Severe periodontal disease affects 14% of adults 45-54. “Smoking and other forms of tobacco use are big contributors to poor oral health,” says Dr. Nottingham, a cosmetic dentist. “Yet many Americans remain unaware of that.”

“Oral care is an integral part of overall health care. Dental visits can prevent a number of problems – such as infections – which, left untreated, can spread to the rest of your body,” points out cosmetic dentistry specialist Dr. Nottingham.

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Prescription Drug-Impaired Drivers Difficult To Identify, Prosecute

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Lawmakers, prosecuting attorneys and law enforcement officials have all noted that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to not only prosecute individuals impaired by prescription drug use, but also difficult to identify such individuals.

Law enforcement officials, in particular, are taxed with the burden of discretion in judgment when approaching an individual who appears to be impaired in some fashion. When police officers suspect that an individual may be under the influence due to erratic behavior, the tough call is, ‘what substance has caused the impairment?’

In the case of alcohol or illegal drugs, such as cocaine and marijuana, it’s an easy call to make. The difficulty comes when a legally prescribed medication is causing the impairment.

“Drunken driving is easy to discern – officials have tests at their disposal which check for not only the use of alcohol but also the degree of alcohol within the bloodstream,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center in Canaan , CT. “The problem arises with medications that are prescribed for an individual which cause impairment; such medications include painkillers, muscle relaxers or anti-anxiety medications. Clearly, the proper use of prescribed medications isn’t illegal, but their effects can cause mental and cognitive impairments that can become detrimental while driving. The challenge is that there really is no effective way to measure what amounts, specifically, cause impairments, particularly with those who have been on those types of medications for an extended period of time. Individuals who have been on a prescribed medication for a long period of time tend to build up a tolerance, requiring a higher dosage to get the same therapeutic effect as someone who has just begun taking the particular medication.”

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Serenity, Peace Of Mind Key For Successful Drug Addiction Treatment

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One look at the breathtaking landscape of an innovative drug rehab on the East Coast and instantly a feeling of peace surrounds you and any cares that you may have, begin to melt away.

Within this private 30-acre tranquil setting, carved into the foothills of the Berkshires, you’ll find a drug addiction treatment facility like no other.

Long regarded as the pioneers in holistic drug rehab, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center was founded on a core set of philosophies that center on the utilization of a variety of different treatment modalities to help get addicted individuals into recovery.

“We have always believed in treating the whole of an individual,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside. “We know that the environment in which an individual starts their journey plays a crucial part in their recovery. An addicted individual’s life is completely chaotic prior to entering drug addiction treatment. The more chaotic an individuals’ life is, the less focus they have to deal with the underlying problems of their drug or alcohol abuse. Mountainside’s clients are assisted in developing a regime that works for them, according to their needs as well as their abilities at the time. A significant component of the program at Mountainside is our Mind Body Spirit Program that focuses on eliminating the chaos from one’s life through a variety of different methods such as Meditation, Yoga and Tai Chi, among others. Clients are assisted with developing a regime that works for them, according to their needs as well as the abilities that they possess at the time.”

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Help More Addicts With Your Drug Treatments Through Smart Internet Marketing

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The alcohol and drug treatment center industry is a crowded one. In any given area, an addict has hundreds – if not thousands – of alcohol and drug treatments from which to choose. In most cases, the addict and/or his loved ones begin the search online, which makes Internet marketing a vital piece of an alcohol and drug treatment center’s advertising strategy. Treatment-Centers.net delivers a simple Internet marketing solution – created specifically for centers that provide alcohol and drug treatments and/or addiction intervention – that delivers important information about the center while boosting the search engine result rankings for the center’s website.

Internet marketing expert and recovering addict Bernie Grohsman created Treatment-Centers.net, a website and comprehensive directory that features informational listings for more than 11,000 alcohol and drug treatment centers and professionals. It also offers online assessments and 24-hour live phone assistance, not only for the addict but also for loved ones seeking addiction intervention assistance. A basic listing on Treatment-Centers.net costs nothing, and use of the website and its services – including participation in its recently launched community forums and chat rooms – also is free.

A basic listing helps a drug treatment center reach more than 125,000 unique visitors a month. Those visitors are looking specifically for alcohol and drug treatments and/or addiction intervention, which results in increased referrals to the alcohol and drug treatment center and improved search engine result rankings.

Advertising on Treatment-Centers.net has an even greater impact in these areas. When an alcohol and drug treatment center purchases a featured listing on the website, it runs at the top of the center’s state category. It also runs in rotation on more than 11,000 other pages on the website, which can push an alcohol and drug treatment center’s website to the first page of results for specific searches.

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Get Matched With The Right Drug And Alcohol Treatment At Treatment-Centers.net

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For a drug or alcohol treatment to work, it must be the right treatment for the client. Many addicts struggle to find a drug and alcohol treatment center that fits them, though, which makes the service Treatment-Centers.net provides not only valuable but also vital to an addict’s long-term sobriety. The website and comprehensive directory include informational listings for more than 11,000 drug and alcohol treatment centers and professionals, plus confidential assessments and 24-hour live phone assistance to help the addict navigate the many treatment options in his area. Treatment-Centers.net does not charge the person seeking drug and/or alcohol treatment during any step of the referral process, and it also offers a robust community area on the website in which addicts can participate in forums and chats with others in similar situations.


When it comes to matching addicts with a drug and alcohol treatment center, Treatment-Centers.net leads by example. Recovering addict Bernie Grohsman created the directory to help others like him find the drug and alcohol treatment they need to battle addiction and regain control of their lives. The directory contains more than 11,000 listings for drug and alcohol treatment centers and professionals, and the website offers live phone assistance from addiction specialists trained to assist the addict during the assessment process and match him with the right drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. Treatment-Centers.net surpasses all other referral services in terms of comprehensiveness of listings and access to qualified professionals.

The addict begins the referral process by filling out the confidential assessment form at Treatment-Centers.net. It asks for basic, personal information and a drug and medical history. An addict also can call Treatment-Centers.net for help filling out the assessment. If the addict does fill out the assessment online, he will provide a contact phone number and an addiction specialist will call him at a designated time to discuss drug and alcohol treatment options. A loved one also can fill out the assessment and have the initial conversation with an addiction specialist. The addiction specialist will then help the addict or his loved one determine which drug and alcohol rehabilitation center will work best for him.

For those addicts not quite ready to take the important first step of asking for help, Treatment-Centers.net has a thriving community area in which they can talk with other addicts about their struggles and successes with drug and alcohol treatment. Addicts discuss their own experiences with specific drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers in the forums and chats, and this interaction often gives the addict the final push he needs to request a drug and alcohol treatment center referral for him. The community area also features a blog that includes addiction news, inspirational quotes and stories, and videos on a variety of addiction-related topics.

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Changing The Face Of Drug Addiction Treatment

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Not only is the pain and emotional burden of substance abuse difficult to bear, but the public stigma surrounding the drug culture creates a barrier to treatment for many drug users.

Substance abusers have, historically, have been viewed as lacking self-control, living on the streets, shooting up illicit drugs in some dark alley of a big city. What most people fail to realize is that seedy picture of drug abuse represents a small sector of substance abusers.

The face of drug use has changed, worldwide. What was originally seen as an act afflicting poverty-stricken neighborhoods, has turned into an epidemic spanning all socio-economic backgrounds. And, as such, the face of drug rehabs must evolve.

“It’s unfortunate that the addiction treatment field must market itself in the first place,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “What’s more disturbing is that the demographic that we are marketing to is becoming more widespread and affecting younger individuals more now, than ever before. One of the factors that contribute to an individual seeking help is the stigma attached to such treatment. At Mountainside, we try and remove the public stigma that’s attached to the addiction so that we can get to the core of the issue- helping the individual suffering from the addiction without attaching any labels to the person receiving treatment. This level of care and compassion is crucial for long-term recovery from drug addiction. The feedback that we have received from those who are intimately familiar with our program has been that we our program is extraordinarily caring, compassionate and understanding to those who are seeking drug addiction treatment. That’s always been our main focus- caring, compassionate treatment plans in a safe environment that is conducive to getting well and we have succeeded.”

For more than 12 years, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has led the way in offering an individualized alcohol and drug addiction treatment program.

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Denver Orthodontics Office is High Tech and High Care

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“We strive to give our patients the best high tech treatments we can and provide them with the highest quality care possible,” explains Dr. Jonathan Weinbach, a Denver orthodontics provider.

The Treatment Zone: Getting the smile you want has never been easier. “Smile Zone Orthodontics was one of the first practices in Denver to offer Damon Braces,” notes Denver orthodontist, Dr. Weinbach. “Damon straightens teeth as much as 40% faster than traditional braces.”

The Comfort Zone: “You may arrive feeling like a patient, but you’ll leave feeling like family!” says Dr. Weinbach, a Denver Damon Braces System provider. The practice offers two convenient locations and the offices feature spacious reception areas, open-bay treatment rooms and upbeat, musical-themed décor. The Westminster office even has a disco ball! Kids and teens can enjoy Play Station video games, a flat screen TV, DVD movies, and a complimentary beverage and snack bar.

The Kid Zone: Denver invisible braces provider Dr Weinbach takes the time to get to know each child and putting them at ease. In addition, the practice keeps kids motivated throughout treatment with fun contests, cool prizes, and gift certificates.

For More Information For more information about Denver braces expert Dr. Jonathan Weinbach and Smile Zone Orthodontics, visit http://www.smilezoneortho.com/ or call (303) 430-4200 for the Westminster CO office or (303) 604-0300 for the Louisville office.

About Dr. Jonathan Weinbach
Dr. Weinbach earned his D.D.S degree with distinction from the University of Missouri and completed his residency and master’s degree in orthodontics at Washington University. He has been in orthodontic practice for 23 years, with nine years’ prior experience in general dentistry. A retired United States Air Force officer, Dr. Weinbach volunteers with Dental Aid of Louisville. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Colorado Dental Association, the Denver Dental Society, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists and the World Federation of Orthodontists.

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New Hope With Drug Rehab In New England

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There are an estimated 17.6 million alcohol addicted individuals in the US today, and that number continues to grow rapidly, affecting individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds. Treatment for alcoholism can be difficult simply because of the social acceptance of the use of alcohol. With proper alcoholism treatment, however, an individual can live a sober-free life.

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center has been equipping individuals with the skills and confidence necessary to overcome various types of addictions for over ten years. With their innovative treatment program they have helped thousands of individuals reclaim their lives that were previously ensnared by addictions.

“All of the professionals at Mountainside have not only extensive experience within various addiction treatment fields, but also a genuine deep-seated interest in helping individuals overcome their addictions,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside. “Our drug rehab and alcoholism treatment program is among the best available. Alcohol addictions are very unique in nature simply because there’s no social implications or adverse reactions to utilizing alcohol on a recreational basis. As such, individuals struggling with alcohol addiction become quite adept at concealing their addiction from friends and family. That’s one reason that it’s imperative that families become active participants in the addicted individual’s recovery program. Our Family Wellness Program assists families in coping with their loved one’s addiction in a caring, considerate manner and being sensitive to everyone involved in the process. In addition, the location of our facility allows individuals and their families the privacy needed to begin their journey together towards recovery. Since our beginning our program offerings have been recognized by our peers within the addiction recovery treatment field as being innovative and first class, and our long-term sobriety success rates are second-to-none.”

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South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Warns Against Badly Trained Cosmetic Dentists

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Nationally there are over 150,000 dentists, and the number is growing at a rapid rate. However, a staggering quantity of inexperienced students graduate from dental school every year and enter directly into practice. Some of these graduates go on to get specialized training in cosmetic dentistry, but many become general dentists who attempt specialized cosmetic dentistry without the necessary expertise.

A survey by Harris Interactive revealed that 11% of Americans annually (and the number grows every year) received an in-office cosmetic dental procedure to beautify their smiles. High-quality cosmetic dentistry can transform your appearance, but poorly executed dentistry can prove disastrous.

Here’s a shocking statistic from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry: over 25% of Americans’ yearly expenditures cosmetic dentistry is spend re-doing and correcting unsatisfactory dental work from a previous visits. “While cosmetic dentistry can be transformative, badly performed dentistry can lead to a lifetime of pain and problems.” says Dr. Charles Nottingham, one of the best cosmetic dentists in Florida.

A report by the Surgeon General found that over 39 million people, or 22%, experience some kind of oral-facial pain in a given six month period. The report estimates that 12.2% of Americans suffers from toothache, 5.3% from jaw joint pain, and 1.4% from face or cheek pain.

Founder of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Ronald E. Goldstein estimates that 50% of American dental work is spent on cosmetic procedures. Undoing other dentists’ shoddy work accounts for an estimated one-seventh of the over $80 Billion spent on dentistry in the U.S. In a 2004 Wall Street Journal article, various cosmetic dentists estimated that re-doing others’ work accounts for 25% to 50% of their work.

“You need to be a careful consumer of dental services,” Dr. Nottingham, a South Florida cosmetic dentistry provider, points out. “Do your research and make sure you choose a reputable doctor with a lot of experience in your procedures.”

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Treatment-Centers.net Connects Alcoholics With The Right Alcohol Treatment For Them

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It takes great strength for an alcoholic to ask for help, strength that can be drained away by the overwhelming number of alcohol treatment options available today. Treatment-Centers.net has more than 11,000 listings for alcohol treatment centers and professionals across the country, ensuring that the alcoholic need not travel far for help, and live phone assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to determine which alcohol rehabilitation center suits his specific situation. There is no cost to use the online directory or to talk with an addiction specialist.

An alcoholic – or his loved ones – take that first step toward sobriety by filling out the confidential assessment form at Treatment-Centers.net. He provides his name, email address and phone number, plus detailed addiction and medical histories. The assessment form can be filled out by the alcoholic or his loved ones. After receiving the assessment form, an addiction specialist will contact the alcoholic or his loved ones to discuss alcohol treatment options. An addiction specialist also can fill out the form with the alcoholic or his loved ones over the phone at 877-335-4673, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. By the end of the call, the right alcohol rehabilitation center for the alcoholic will be determined.

If an alcoholic or his loved ones are not yet ready to ask for help, Treatment-Centers.net is still a valuable resource. The website has in-depth information about alcoholism and drug addiction, plus resources related to the various alcohol treatment programs available today, including 12-Step treatment, holistic treatment, acupuncture treatment, sauna treatment, religious-based treatment, alternative-lifestyle treatment, and meditative and yoga treatment. An alcoholic also might find the final push he needs to enter an alcohol treatment center. The website’s community area features forums and chat rooms in which recovering addicts discuss their challenges and successes, and a blog with inspirational quotes and news items about alcohol treatment. Reviews of the different alcohol rehabilitation centers also are available on the website.

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Attract More Clients To Your Drug Treatments With Treatment-Centers.net

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It used to be, a drug treatment center could rely on reputation and referrals alone to attract clients. The growth of the industry and the explosion of Internet marketing has forced those providing drug treatments and addiction intervention into a new advertising arena, one in which they often are not equipped to compete. In those cases, a drug treatment center can turn to Treatment-Centers.net. A featured listing on the website helps a drug treatment center reach more potential clients and boosts the power of its own website while doing so.

Treatment-Centers.net – created by Internet marketing expert and recovering addict Bernie Grohsman – offers informational listings for more than 11,000 drug treatment centers and professionals across the country, plus online assessments and 24-hour phone assistance. Treatment-Centers.net does not charge a drug treatment center for an informational listing, nor does it charge potential clients coming to the website for referrals or information about drug treatments and addiction intervention. The website also has a free community area, in which addicts can share information and experiences in forums and chat rooms.

These informational listings allow a drug treatment center to reach more than 125,000 unique visitors a month. Since informational listings include a link to a drug treatment center’s own website, its search-engine ranking improves due to the high search-engine rankings of Treatment-Centers.net. A drug treatment center can take further advantage of Treatment-Centers.net’s high rankings by purchasing a featured listing. It runs at the top of the category for the state in which the drug treatment center is located, and it also runs in rotation on every page – more than 11,000 – of Treatment-Center.net. This run-of-site placement provides the greatest impact on search-engine rankings for the drug treatment center’s own website.

Signing up for a featured listing on Treatment-Centers.net takes just a few minutes. The drug treatment center representative simply joins as a community member, provides information about the center’s Drug treatments, uploads a photo and then pays for the featured listing through PayPal. The listing will go live within a few hours. A featured listing costs just $525 per month, on a month-to-month basis; a drug treatment center can cancel at anytime. Treatment-Centers.net also offers banner advertising opportunities.

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