Pubdate: Thu, 21 Apr 2005 Source: Daily Times (Pakistan) Copyright: 2005 Daily Times Contact: http://www.dailytimes.com.pk Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2893 Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/rehab.htm (Treatment) ANF WORKSHOP ON DRUG REHAB CONCLUDES LAHORE: A 12-day workshop on the rehabilitation of drug addicts concluded at a local hotel on Wednesday. The Anti Narcotics Force (ANF), Punjab, arranged the workshop. Brian George, political officer of the United States consulate, was the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, George said that the US government supported ANF efforts to eradicate drugs. He said that proper attention and medication could make drug addicts useful members of society. He said that society's neglect could provoke the addicts to use more drugs. Colonel Abid, ANF joint director, said that the ANF was raising awareness among the masses against drugs. Other speakers praised the ANF for its efforts. They called for more such workshops. In the end, certificates were distributed among the participants. - --- MAP posted-by: Jay Bergstrom