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Look Up at the Stars | Paul Dumont
Paul Dumont worked here at RECO. But to all of us here, he was more than an employee and coworker. He was a friend. A friend that brightened…
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Metallica Postpones Tour as Lead Singer James Hetfield Returns to Rehab
Widely known for hits like “One” and “Fade to Black,” Metallica is widely regarded as one of the best heavy metal bands in the genre. Comprised today of…
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Demi Moore Gets Candid About Her Struggles in Getting Sober
In her new memoir, Inside Out, actress Demi Moore has revealed the candid truth about her past, which includes a history of addiction. At 56 years old, Moore…
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Brad Pitt’s Road to Sobriety: How He Stays Committed to Recovery with AA
Household name Brad Pitt has flown somewhat under the radar in recent years—a far cry from the heyday of his performances in movies like Fight Club andOcean’s Eleven…
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As Vaping-Related Illnesses Increase, Trump Moves to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
Over the last several months, six deaths have been connected to vaping-related illnesses. The mysterious lung illness, which presents itself with a persistent cough and breathing problems, has…
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Tyler Skaggs’ Cause of Death Confirmed: Baseball Player Died of Drug Overdose
At the height of his career success, Tyler Skaggs seemed on top of the world. The 27-year-old Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher was newly married to his wife…
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Vaping Linked to Breathing Problems: What We’re Learning About the Risks
According to a recent NBC News report, nearly two dozen people have been recently hospitalized in the Midwest due to breathing difficulties from vaping. But the question remains…
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Decline in Overdose Deaths Could Be Linked to Increased Use of Naloxone: CDC Reports
The latest report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed new statistics that could link the decrease in opioid-related overdose deaths to the increased use…
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Elton John Celebrates 29 Years of Sobriety
Superstar Elton John has a lot to celebrate lately—he recently commemorated 29 years of sobriety. Taking to Instagram to mark the occasion, Elton posted a photo of his…
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