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Bioavailability of Buprenorphine from Crushed and Whole Buprenorphine (Subutex) Tablets

European Addiction Research : Last 20 articles — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:00:00 +0100

Eur Addict Res 2010;16:8590 (DOI:10.1159/000279766) (Source: European Addiction Research : Last 20 articles)

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Treatment of Hepatitis C within a Methadone Maintenance Program Yields Results Comparable to Treatment via Other Models of Care

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:41:58 +0100

This retrospective study investigated outcomes in patients with co-occurring Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and opioid dependence treated for HCV within an ongoing methadone maintenance program. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

New Screening System For Hepatitis C

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0100

A newly designed system of identifying molecules for treating hepatitis C should enable scientists to discover novel and effective therapies for the dangerous and difficult-to-cure disease of the liver, says Zhilei Chen, a Texas A&M University assistant professor of chemical engineering who helped develop the screening system... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Anthrax Kills Eight Heroin Users in Europe

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:27:39 +0100

A batch of heroin contaminated with anthrax spores is killing drug users across Europe. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

Few Drug Users Get AIDS Prevention Help, Global Report Says

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:31:34 +0100

Only a fraction of the world's injection-drug users receive education or other assistance in preventing contraction or spreading of the AIDS virus, according to a new study that says government health officials often overlook a key vector for the disease. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

Pharmacy willingness to partner with office-based opioid dependence treatment providers in conducting random buprenorphine pill counts.

American Journal on Addictions — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:52:13 +0100

Authors: Lofwall MR, Wunsch MJ, Walsh SL PMID: 20163395 [PubMed - in process] (Source: American Journal on Addictions)

RCN Calls For Mandatory Code On Alcohol Labelling, Wales

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100

The Royal College of Nursing welcomed the launch of a UK-wide consultation on the labelling of alcohol. Tina Donnelly, Director of the Royal College of Nursing in Wales said: "Alcohol is destroying our nation's health on a short term and long term basis. We are shocked that the drinks industry has failed to take action on alcohol labelling... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Most Smokers Don't Need Drugs to Quit, Study Says

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:40:01 +0100

Researchers who reviewed 511 previously published studies on smoking cessation found that two-thirds to three-quarters of individuals who quit did so aided only by their own willpower, not nicotine-replacement therapy or other drugs. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

DEA Raids Colo. Medical Marijuana Operation Shown on TV

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:04:32 +0100

A day after a Colorado resident appeared on local TV to talk about his medical-marijuana operation, his home was raided by federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

Black Adults' Alcohol Use And Binge Drinking Levels Are Below The National Average

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:00:00 +0100

The current alcohol use rate for blacks aged 18 and older is significantly lower than the national adult average (44.3 percent versus 55.2 percent) according to a new study based on a national survey. The study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) also reveals that black adults have a lower rate of current binge drinking than the national adult average (21... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

AIDS 2010 To Highlight Epidemic In Eastern Europe, Central Asia Regions

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100

AIDS 2010, the International AIDS Conference to be held July 18-23 in Vienna, Austria, will "highlight the situation in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, regions experiencing fast growing [HIV/AIDS] epidemics largely through unsafe injecting drug use," conference organizers announced Wednesday, Agence France-Presse reports... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Department Of Health And Children Statement In Relation To Legislation To Be Made Under Misuse Of Drugs Act 1977, Ireland

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:00:00 +0100

The Government agreed at its meeting on 2 March 2010 to the commencement of a notification process under Directive 98/34/EC (the "Technical Standards" Directive) as amended by Directive 98/48/EC of the Government's intention to make a Declaration Order under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977 declaring certain substances, products and preparations to be controlled drugs for the purpo... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

What Is Alcoholic Liver Disease? What Is Alcoholic Hepatitis?

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Alcoholic liver disease, also called alcoholic hepatitis, refers to a range of conditions and related symptoms that develop when the liver becomes damaged due to excessive intake of alcohol. While distinct from cirrhosis, alcoholic hepatitis is regarded as the earliest stage of alcoholic liver disease... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Figures Highlight The Human Cost Of Alcohol Misuse, UK

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:00:00 +0100

Commenting on new figures published last thuesday which show a sharp increase in chronic liver disease (CLD) mortality rates in Scotland, Dr Brian Keighley, Chairman of the BMA in Scotland, said: "These figures highlight the true human cost of alcohol misuse in Scotland. Today's figures show a shocking rise in the death toll caused by a drinking culture that is out of control... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Effects of Sensory and Behavioral Substitutes Following an Experimentally Induced Stressor among Abstinent Smokeless Tobacco Users.

American Journal on Addictions — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:52:45 +0100

Authors: Prensky EH, Cohen LM, McChargue D, Gao W Despite the well-known health risks associated with smokeless tobacco use, much is unresolved with respect to effective treatment for use of this substance. The present study examined the impact of a nicotine-free smokeless tobacco substitute and confectionary chewing gum on craving, withdrawal, and anxiety among 24 smokeless tobacco users following 24 hours of nicotine abstinence and a laboratory stressor. Although chewing gum did not impact withdrawal, craving, or anxiety compared to a no-product control condition, smokeless tobacco substitute administration resulted in a reduction of withdrawal and craving levels compared to the control condition following 24 hours of abstinence. Furthermore, significantly lower levels of craving and...

For Cancer Patients Inadequate Access To Opioid-Based Pain Relief Is A Human Rights Issue

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Many cancer patients in Europe are being denied access to adequate pain relief because of over-zealous regulations restricting the availability and accessibility of opioid-based drugs such as morphine... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Study Says Cost a Big Barrier to Smoking Cessation Referrals

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:48:40 +0100

Participation in a referral program for smoking and obesity prevention program dropped off 97 percent when patients were asked to pay for their own care. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)

Avoidance, Sobriety and Reality: The Psychology of Addiction

Psychology Today Addiction Center — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:51:22 +0100

Despite their limitations, preconceptions, and borderline exploitation, the various recent television reality shows about addiction do shine a bright and dramatic light on two dark, secretive, debilitating and very destructive mental disorders: Substance Abuse and Substance Dependence. Like many, but especially as a clinical and forensic psychologist with almost thirty-five years of dealing with such tragic tales, I still find it simultaneously fascinating and painful to watch shows like Intervention and Celebrity Rehab with "Dr. Drew" Pinsky. I suspect I am not unlike other ambivalent viewers who stop channel-surfing long enough to gawk at the emotional equivalent of a human car wreck. Despite being disturbed, horrified and racked with voyeuristic guilt, we just can't quit watching. Still...

Drinkaware Response To DCSF Half-term Crackdown On Underage Drinking, UK

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 08:00:00 +0100

Reacting to a Government campaign which aims to educate and support young people to make sensible decisions about alcohol, especially during the school holidays, Chris Sorek, Chief Executive of Drinkaware, says: "For young people, boredom and drinking alcohol often goes hand in hand - nearly one in 10 young people aged 16 and 17 (8 per cent) drink at least once a week jus... (Source: Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News From Medical News Today)

Study: Blacks Drink Less, But More Likely to Use Illicit Drugs

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:08:06 +0100

African-Americans are less likely to drink alcohol than other adults -- and have lower rates of binge drinking -- but their rate of illicit-drug use is higher, according to a new report. (Source: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs News)