Woman scammed her own grandad out of £75k She described him as her 'best friend growing up' but then she ruined his life Liverpool Echo · Feb 28, 2023
BetStop sports gambling self-exclusion register is almost here, but some doubt it will work The national register — dubbed BetStop — is designed to help problem gamblers block themselves from the lure of sports betting, and is due to be launched any day. ABC News · Feb 28, 2023
Leaked report reveals fears closure of Brisbane doctor's opioid substitution service will lead to crime and deaths Almost 1,100 people being treated for opioid addiction have been left in limbo after their Brisbane GP suddenly closed, sparking warnings of overdoses and crime, a leaked document reveals. ABC News · Feb 27, 2023
Online gambling industry regulation back in focus during inquiry's hearings John's addiction to online gambling cost him everything. Now he and advocacy groups are calling for more scrutiny on whether betting companies' interventions for problem gamblers are being done responsibly. ABC News · Feb 27, 2023
Addiction risk in new gambling technology, groups warn Online gambling regulations are being examined by a parliamentary committee as researchers advocate for stricter rules to protect consumers. AAP · Feb 27, 2023
Can eating poppy seeds affect drug test results? An addiction and pain medicine specialist explains The U.S. Defense Department issued a memo on Feb. 17, 2023, warning service members to avoid eating poppy seeds because doing so may result in a positive urine test for the opiate codeine. Addiction and pain medicine specialist Gary Reisfield explains what affects the opiate content of poppy seeds and… The Conversation · Feb 27, 2023
Addiction treatment may be coming to a pharmacy near you Despite an overdose epidemic that killed 107,000 people last year, nearly 9 in 10 Americans who need medication to treat their addiction to deadly opioids aren’t receiving it. Tribune News Service · Feb 27, 2023
Pop star Kavana unrecognisable arriving at rehab 'in a blackout' as he marks sobriety Popstar Kavana, whose real name is Anthony Kavanagh - has posted a striking image which is in stark contrast to how the singer looks one year ago, as he celebrates one year of being sober Daily Mirror · Feb 27, 2023
To convince jury he’s being truthful about killings, Murdaugh admits he lied for years WALTERBORO, S.C. — Over and over again last week, lead state prosecutor Creighton Waters asked Alex Murdaugh about a long list of people disgraced South Carolina lawyer and accused double-murderer fooled, tricked and swindled for years. Tribune News Service · Feb 27, 2023
West Belfast footballer helping others struggling with gambling addiction St James' Swifts player Joseph McCall admits he lost tens of thousands of pounds over the years Belfast Live · Feb 24, 2023
Woman spending £250 a month on British food addiction - and brown sauce is her favourite Amy Bristol-Sandvig, 47, has spent a small fortune tracking down her favourite British foods in her home town of Marietta, Georgia, where she spends £8 on salad cream Daily Mirror · Feb 24, 2023
Indigenous prisoner spent less than an hour in medical unit after emergency, Victorian coroner told Inquest hears Michael Suckling struggled with drug addiction, back pain, mobility issues and significant weight gain in prison The Guardian - AU · Feb 24, 2023
Alex Murdaugh confesses to stealing from law firm in bid to discredit prosecution’s motive Disgraced attorney is facing almost 100 charges for a multi-million-dollar financial fraud scheme The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2023
Pretty Little Liars star breaks down as she admits addiction struggle and eating disorder Pretty Little Liars star Lucy Hale spoke candidly about her battle with addiction and an eating disorder as she marked a year of sobriety after struggling for 10 years to get sober Daily Mirror · Feb 23, 2023
Wales Online · Feb 23, 2023 'I was a homeless drug addict but turned my life around after being given a chance' Ryan Riley wants to become a personal trainer to people who are in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2023 ‘One billionaire at a time’: inside the Swiss clinics where the super-rich go for rehab The long read: For the ultra-wealthy and the super-famous, regular therapy won’t do
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2023 Bryan Kohberger’s former friends tell how he became addicted to heroin because he wanted ‘validation’ Bryan Kohberger is accused of murdering Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kerndole and Ethan Chapin last November
Liverpool Echo · Feb 22, 2023 Danniella Westbrook says kids 'saved her' as 'dangerous days' are behind her Danniella explained her drug addiction still takes its toll on her kids to this day
Salon · Feb 21, 2023 Media's biggest addiction: Trump voters In diners across the country, the media has obsessively stalked out so-called white working class voters for years
The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2023 Falkirk apologise to Brian Rice after alleged abuse from fans over gambling addiction The Hamilton boss was allegedly taunted by a supporter over his gambling addiction.
Belfast Live · Feb 20, 2023 Former soldier opens up on drug and alcohol addiction due to PTSD Antony McToal joined the Royal Irish Regiment after the events of 9/11
The Conversation · Feb 20, 2023 Decriminalizing hard drugs in B.C. will help reduce the stigma of substance abuse Substance use disorder is a chronic but treatable medical condition.
Daily Record · Feb 19, 2023 Young Scot Award winner Chelsea Cameron is on a mission to help addicts like her parents As we launch our search for the Young Scot heroes of 2023, Chelsea tells us her inspirational story.
Salon · Feb 18, 2023 Recovery doesn't have to look like A.A. There's not one right way to addiction recovery, though we've been acculturated to think that
ABC News · Feb 18, 2023 Alice Springs alcohol rehabs call desperately for support as liquor bans reinstated Alcohol rehab services in Alice Springs are desperate for more funding, with some facilities "falling to pieces" as liquor bans are reinstated.