Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
31. Naloxone and IV Drug Use
31. Naloxone and IV Drug Use
31. Naloxone and IV Drug Use
Monday 6th November 2023
Dive into naloxone training's effects on IV drug use and debunk risk compensation myths in this episode of Addiction Medicine Journal Club.
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Get the buttons here!Naloxone Training: Unpacking Its Effects on IV Drug Use
Episode Overview
- Explore the impact of naloxone training on IV drug use and substance use disorder
- Gain valuable insights into the practical implications of prescribing naloxone
- Dispel misconceptions surrounding risk compensation behaviors in addiction medicine
- Discover the significance of naloxone in saving lives and preventing overdoses
- Engage in a meaningful conversation about the latest research in addiction medicine
Please prescribe naloxone. We have robust data that it's effective at decreasing death at a population level in a community, and there's really an absence of data that you're actually harming any patients. So please prescribe.
Imagine a tool that could save lives, yet comes with its own set of questions and controversies. In this episode of the 'Addiction Medicine Journal Club', Dr. Sonya Del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan tackle the complex topic of naloxone training and its impact on intravenous (IV) drug use. They dive into a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, which examines how take-home naloxone training influences the frequency of injection drug use.
This episode isn't just about numbers and data; it's about real-world implications and the lives affected by these findings. But that's not all. The hosts also explore the concept of gambling self-exclusion and take a closer look at which professions have the highest rates of drug use, based on data from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board and the CDC. These discussions provide a broader context for understanding addiction and its many facets. Dr. Del Tredici and Dr.
Keenan bring their clinical expertise to the table, offering insights that are both practical and thought-provoking. They challenge common misconceptions about naloxone, particularly the idea that it might encourage riskier drug use—a notion often referred to as 'risk compensation'. Instead, they highlight naloxone's crucial role in harm reduction and overdose prevention. Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone in recovery, or simply interested in the latest research on addiction treatment, this episode offers valuable perspectives.
It's a deep dive into the science and human stories behind addiction medicine, making complex topics accessible and engaging for all listeners.