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Statement from Dr Neil Halpin

Rugby League

Andrew Johns admitted on television last night to longstanding drug and alcohol use.

I have been aware of this since 2002.

I have treated Andrew for many years not only for his football injuries but I have coordinated the management of his drug and alcohol abuse. I have personally spent many hours with him assisting him as far as possible with this and related issues.


His abuse has related to so-called recreational drugs and there is no evidence whatsoever that he has ever used any performance-enhancing substances.

He has been referred to and treated by two eminent psychiatrists both of whom have a special interest in and expertise in this area.

He has also been seen by a clinical psychologist and has had specialised counselling.

He has been urged to participate in an appropriate 12-step program.

His problem has been managed as a medical rather than a disciplinary issue and in a non-punitive and supportive manner with the emphasis being on rehabilitation.

The primary requirement for successful drug and alcohol rehabilitation is honesty, with others but most of all with one’s self. In publically admitting his drug and alcohol abuse Andrew has to a large extent achieved this.

He has indicated that he intends to continue with treatment and I am hopeful of a favourable outcome.

As his doctor my primary duty is to Andrew and I am bound by the same professional confidentiality with him as with any other patient.

Over the years the Newcastle Knights have tried to support Andrew with these problems although I am not certain to what extent they have been aware of their severity. To the best of my knowledge the club has always complied with the NRL’s illicit drug policy.

This statement is made with Andrew’s approval. If he wishes I will be happy to elaborate on any of the above points.

Neil Halpin
31-8-2007

Andrew Johns Playing for Newcastle

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