Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
45. Urine Drug Screens and Treatment Retention
45. Urine Drug Screens and Treatment Retention
45. Urine Drug Screens and Treatment Retention
Monday 15th July 2024
Explore how urine drug screens affect treatment retention in opioid programmes, plus updates on buprenorphine storage and tobacco company tactics.
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Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Discusses the impact of random and observed urine drug screens on treatment retention.
- Highlights a new study on opioid treatment programmes.
- Shares updates on buprenorphine storage, making it easier for clinics.
- Examines how tobacco companies use menthol at subliminal levels in cigarettes.
- Provides practical insights for addiction medicine practitioners.
It's really hard to have processes in place for all of these things to have nine options for treatment
Ever wondered about the impact of urine drug screens on treatment retention? This episode of Addiction Medicine Journal Club dives into the association between random and observed urine drug screening and long-term retention in opioid treatment programmes. Hosts Dr. Sonia del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan break down a recent study that explores this topic in depth, shedding light on how different testing methods might affect patient retention rates.
Alongside this, they discuss the exciting update that allows injectable buprenorphine to be stored at room temperature for up to 12 weeks, making it more accessible for clinics. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as they uncover the sneaky tactics of tobacco companies, like adding menthol at subliminal levels to reduce the harshness of smoking.
This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical information for anyone involved in addiction medicine or those interested in understanding the complexities of addiction treatment. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion that could change how you view drug testing and treatment retention!