A large retrospective study of trauma patients found no significant difference in hospital mortality between those testing positive for cannabinoids cocaine trauma mortality outcomes versus cannabinoids alone. While this challenges assumptions about polysubstance toxicity, the findings require careful interpretation given study limitations.
Relationship of Ethanol, Cannabinoids, Benzodiazepines, and Opioids to Serious Injuries from Falls in Adults Aged 55 and Older.
A trauma center study of 274 adults over 55 found that cannabis use and falls in elderly adults was not associated with increased injury severity. This objective toxicological data challenges assumptions about cannabis-related fall risk and provides evidence-based information for clinical counseling about substance use in older populations.
Patient perspectives on non‑traumatic painful upper‑extremity conditions, co-occurring risky substance use, and an integrated web-based mind-body intervention addressing both conditions.
Recent qualitative research examining upper extremity pain and substance use management reveals patients commonly use alcohol, cannabis, and tobacco for symptom relief but lack awareness of pain-substance interactions. The study provides insights for improving clinical communication and intervention design in this complex patient population.
Psychological and Psychosocial Interventions for People With Schizophrenia and Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
A new systematic review and meta-analysis examines schizophrenia substance use treatment interventions, focusing on psychological and psychosocial approaches for this challenging dual-diagnosis population. The research addresses a critical evidence gap for patients who comprise over 40% of people with schizophrenia but are often excluded from clinical trials.
Recent research indicates that daily cannabis use has surpassed daily alcohol consumption …
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #70Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic Substance UseEpidemiologyHarm ReductionScreeningPublic Health Why This MattersThis epidemiological shift represents a fundamental change in...
Trends in Cannabis and Tobacco Use by Racial and Ethnic Groups among U.S. Youth: 1991-2021
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #70Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic YouthEpidemiologyPreventionHealth DisparitiesSubstance Use Why This MattersUnderstanding demographic patterns in youth cannabis use is essential...
Largest US study finds teen cannabis use linked to slower cognitive development
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #80High Clinical Relevance Strong evidence or policy relevance with direct clinical implications. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic Adolescent HealthNeurodevelopmentCognitive FunctionSubstance UsePediatric Cannabis Why This MattersThis represents the largest longitudinal study...
Can cannabis treat opioid addiction? – Canadian Affairs
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #70Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic Opioid Use DisorderAddiction MedicineChronic PainHarm ReductionSubstance Use Why This MattersThe intersection of cannabis and...
Adults With Local Access to Cannabis Retailers Are Less Likely To Engage in Heavy Alcohol Use
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #70Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic Alcohol Use DisorderHarm ReductionSubstance UsePopulation HealthPolicy Why This MattersThis population-level finding adds to growing...
Drug-soaked paper is killing inmates amid reports of prison smuggling trends – Local News
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #70Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ⚒ Cannabis News | CED Clinic Synthetic CannabinoidsCorrections HealthOverdoseEmergency MedicineSubstance Use Why This MattersPrison drug overdoses from synthetic cannabinoids and...