by Larry Moliterno The last few months we’ve been discussing why, as a community, we don’t protect our children from addiction like we protect them from car accidents, sunburn, and other diseases/safety hazards. But how do we start to do this? We first have to remember that this is not …
by Larry Moliterno We know that we’re struggling with addiction in our community at epidemic levels. But is it possible to prevent addiction before it happens? Last month, I discussed all the safety precautions we routinely put in place to keep our children safe; yet we seem to lack in …
Pittsburgh and Cleveland Comedians to Be Featured in “Crossroads Comedy Rivalry”
Article
on
Laugh All Night for $20 to Benefit Addiction Prevention Education — Thursday, October 20 Pittsburgh has the best professional hockey team (NHL Champs Penguins), Cleveland has the best basketball team (NBA Champions Cavaliers) — so which city has the best comedians? Area comedy fans will get a chance to find …
Former NBA Referee Will Detail His Recovery from the Gambling Addiction That Ended His Career
Article
on
Tim Donaghy recently launched his motivational speaking career, which was inspired by his ongoing recovery from a serious gambling addiction that abruptly and permanently ended his successful 13-year career as an NBA referee. With a combination of insight, sincerity and enthusiasm, he hopes to encourage others to learn from his …
by Larry Moliterno In your life, certain moments stick with you. Not too long ago I attended a funeral of a young man in his 30s who had died from a heroin overdose. I watched his mother standing next to the casket, as she looked at him in disbelief. I …
Help Meridian Patients, Residents and Staff on Giving Tuesday May 5!
Giving Tuesday is now set for May 5, 2020. Join Meridian HealthCare on this special day as we seek to deliver necessary services to those in need and those on their path to wellness. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the needs of our patients, residents and staff have expanded to include …