Study: Genetically targeted medication shows promise in treating alcohol addiction

Published January 21, 2011

Study: Genetically targeted medication shows promise in treating alcohol addiction
CHARLOTTESVILLE — For the first time in alcohol addiction research, University of Virginia investigators have successfully treated alcohol-dependent individuals with medication that is tailored specifically to match their genetic profile.
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DrugScope: Health And Social Care Bill Will Have Profound Impact On Delivery Of Substance Misuse Treatment, UK
DrugScope, the national membership organisation for the drug sector, responded to the publication of the Health and Social Care Bill, highlighting the profound implications for the delivery of substance misuse treatment services in England. Today’s Bill paves the way for the absorption of the National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse (NTA) into the new Public Health England, the dismantling …
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Lorain gets .6 million for mental health treatment
LORAIN — Lorain is one of three communities across the nation chosen for a federal grant to promote mental health treatment for individuals and students, officials announced at a City Hall press conference this morning. Lorain will receive $ 5.6 million — $ 1.4 million a year for each of the next four years — because the city […]
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