All Resources for 'Public Health'

Economic and Social Costs of Legalized Marijuana

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Book
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Public Health

The Centennial Institute at Colorado Christian University commissioned this study to better understand the economic and social costs of legalized marijuana. While much has been written about the tax revenue and total sales generated from...

The Global Drug Survey for 2019

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News
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction
Policy
Data
The Global Drug Survey for 2019 (GDS2019) was launched on the 29th of October.

Exploring the Public Stigma of Substance Use Disorder

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Scientific article
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Populations
Family
Public Health
Theories and Science
Mental Health

Illicit drug use disorder is one of the most stigmatised health conditions in the world. Stigmatisation is the mark of shame, disgrace or disapproval. It can affect people’s self-esteem and confidence, help disrupt their family...

Evaluation of Amphetamine-Related Hospitalizations and Associated Clinical Outcomes and Costs in the United States

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Scientific article
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Pharmacological Interventions
Public Health

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Question: What are the current trends in frequency and costs of amphetamine-related hospitalizations in the United States?

Findings: In this cross-sectional study of approximately 1.3 million amphetamine-related US...

Benzodiazepine Use Is High while Use Disorder Rates Are Low

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Scientific article
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Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction
Public Health
Mental Health
Data

Benzodiazepines, such as sedatives and sleeping aids, are a widely prescribed group of medicines designed for short-term treatment. Although most people manage benzodiazepines as prescribed, some individuals misuse the drugs and can develop...

Information and Advice for the Families of People Living with Hepatitis C

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Book
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
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Family
Public Health
Infectious Diseases
Mental Health
Partner Organisation

Hepatitis C is a highly infectious blood-borne virus that affects the cells of the liver causing inflammation. Although many people with the virus may have no symptoms at all people can experience jaundice, depression, fatigue, skin...

The Great Opportunity for Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals

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News
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
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Men
Women

To work in the substance abuse field, is at the same time, the big challenge and a great opportunity for growing, helping people and making a difference in the world.

The Hubert h. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a great opportunity for...

A great opportunity for professional treatment and prevention of substance use.

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News
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
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Men
Women

Work in the field of substance abuse is, at the same time, a great challenge and a great opportunity to grow, help people and make a difference in the world. The scholarship program Hubert h. Humphrey, is a great opportunity for...

Stopping Cannabis Use Is Associated with Improved Memory

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Scientific article
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Prevention
Public Health
Partner Organisation

The controversial subject of cannabis legalisation has led to the increased urgency in understanding the full health and social implications of the drug use. Cannabis use is particularly prevalent amongst adolescence - a period of time...

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