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The Latest News from Our Field

We curate a digest of the latest news in our field for advocates, policymakers, community coalitions and all who work toward shaping policies and practices to effectively prevent substance use and treat addiction.

EAPs Think BIG to Identify More Problem Drinking

A broad coalition of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), employers, federal officials, researchers, and behavioral health care providers wants to see EAPs screen and provide brief intervention for problem drinking on a routine basis by October 2011.

City Revenues Threatened by Wash. Liquor Deregulation Initiatives

Local officials in Washington state say that two proposed initiatives to deregulate the state's liquor industry would shrink their budgets.

What’s in That Cup? Yup, Starbucks Selling Beer, Wine

coffee and newspaperTo an effort to increase evening traffic, Starbucks will be offering regional beer and wine in some of its stores.


New 'Roadmap' for Integrating Substance Abuse Treatment into Primary Care

The Treatment Research Institute (TRI) released a white paper outlining the successes and challenges faced by model programs aimed at integrating substance abuse services into primary care -- which may serve as a much-needed 'roadmap' for new integration projects across the country.

N.Y. Tax on Tribal Cigarettes Blocked by Federal Judge

U.S. District Court judge Richard Arcara extended a temporary order blocking the state of New York from collecting taxes on cigarette sales by Seneca and Cayuga nations to non-Indian customers.

Expert on American Drug-Control Policy Dies at 74

David MustoDavid F. Musto, M.D., author of a pioneering history of drug-control policy and a former advisor on drug control to the Carter Administration, died Oct. 8.

Kids Under 6 Made Majority of ER Visits for Accidental Drug Ingestion

Children five years old and younger account for 69 percent of visits made to the emergency room in 2008 for accidental ingestion of drugs, according to a new report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

HBO Advertising Prohibition Show in Liquor Store Windows

Time Warner’s HBO network is advertising a new TV show about Prohibition in liquor stores, raising awkward questions about whether it is in effect marketing alcohol to minors.

Okla. Officials Propose Alcohol Tax Hike

Three Oklahoma officials urged state lawmakers to increase tax on alcohol to help address a 2012 fiscal year budget deficit that could be as large as $800 million.

What’s Wrong with Binge Drinking? Plenty.

alcohol bottlesLet’s start with the bad news: binge drinking is strongly correlated with dangerous driving, assault, risky sex and long-term illness. That’s according to TIME magazine, which got its information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Teens Tapped to Fight Teen Smoking

Programs in the United States and the United Kingdom are tapping teens to take anti-smoking messages to their peers.

Plain Packaging Snuffs Out Cigarette 'Cool' Factor for Teens

A New Zealand study found removing enticing logos and colors from cigarette packages significantly reduced their appeal among teens.

Hazelden: New 'Sober24' Online Community for People in Recovery

Hazelden has launched a newly enhanced Sober24, the online social media site that helps people throughout the world maintain their recovery from addiction and compulsive behaviors.

Buprenorphine Implants an Effective Treatment for Opioid Addiction

A new study found buphrenorphine implants safely reduce cravings and illegal drug use in opioid-dependent people.

Canadian Report: Investments to Curb Substance Abuse Paying Off

National efforts to curb substance abuse in Canada are seeing a return on investment, according to a recent report.

More Courts for Diverting Veterans to Treatment

Therapeutic courts tailored for veterans of the armed forces are now in 29 states. Veterans treatment courts are designed to link participants with treatment for substance use and mental health issues, rather than simply repeatedly jailing them for their offenses.

Light Drinking: Is There Really a ’Safe’ Level During Pregnancy?

Although a new study suggests pregnant women who drink lightly do no harm to their babies, this outcome may have nothing to do with alcohol, experts say.

FDA Okays Vivitrol for Opiate Addiction

In a 12-1 vote, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of Vivitrol to treat addiction to opiates like heroin and prescription painkillers.

Big Tobacco's (Lack of) Response to FDA's Menthol Queries

A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) official investigating the use of menthol in cigarettes expressed dissatisfaction with the responses from tobacco companies.

New Name and Celebrity Spokesperson for The Partnership

The Partnership at DrugFree.org, formerly known as The Partnership for a Drug-Free America, has a new celebrity spokesperson in actress Melissa Gilbert.

Most Postdisaster Alcohol Abuse Reflects Preexisting Problem

More than 80 percent of alcohol problems that occur following disasters are among people with a pre-existing or ongoing drinking problem.

Tobacco Lawsuits Booming in Florida

Litigation against tobacco companies for cancer and other illnesses is rife in Florida, even as it declines elsewhere in the country.

SAMHSA Seeks Public Comment on Eight Strategic Initiatives

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) seeks public feedback by Oct. 22 on its plan to focus on eight strategic initiatives.


Stop-Smoking Drug Maker Asks FDA to Block Dissolvable Tobacco

Pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to remove dissolvable tobacco products from test markets.

One Daily Drink May Reduce Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death in Women

Women who consume up to one drink per day reduce their risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD) by 36 percent, according to a new study. Conversely, those who consume more than two drinks per day have a 15 percent increased risk of SCD.
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