American Society of Addiction Medicine
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Lead: Innovation and adaptation: The rise of a fentanyl smoking culture in San Francisco
Lead: Innovation and adaptation: The rise of a fentanyl smoking culture in San Francisco
Lead: Innovation and adaptation: The rise of a fentanyl smoking culture in San Francisco
Tuesday 4th June 2024
Explore the rise of fentanyl smoking in San Francisco and other key addiction medicine topics in this week's episode.
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Get the buttons here!The Rise of Fentanyl Smoking in San Francisco: A New Crisis Unfolds
Episode Overview
- Fentanyl smoking is rising due to vein accessibility issues and perceived lower overdose risk.
- Accumulated drug residue on smoking equipment poses a new overdose risk.
- Fentanyl seizures in the U.S. have increased by 1,703% from 2017 to 2023.
- Parenting styles and life satisfaction influence internet addiction among college students.
- Pharmacists can play a key role in addressing the opioid crisis through education and policy engagement.
The residue contains an unknown mixture of the history of the drugs consumed
The latest episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine' dives into a fascinating yet troubling trend emerging in San Francisco: the rise of fentanyl smoking. This episode is packed with valuable insights from a qualitative study published in Plos One, which sheds light on why users are shifting from injecting to smoking fentanyl. One reason is the difficulty in finding accessible veins, but there's also a perception that smoking is less risky than injecting.
However, the reality is far from clear, as overdose deaths continue to rise in the city. The episode also highlights a new risk: the accumulation of potent, drug-laden residue on smoking equipment, which can be a ticking time bomb for overdoses due to its unpredictable composition. But that's not all. The podcast also covers an array of other significant studies. For instance, you'll learn about the staggering 1,703% increase in fentanyl seizures across the U.S.
from 2017 to 2023, with a notable spike in pill-form fentanyl in the West. There's also a deep dive into opioid prescribing patterns before fatal overdoses and how these could be linked to increased risks. Another study discussed focuses on how parenting styles and life satisfaction impact internet addiction among college students, revealing intriguing gender differences. You'll also hear about the alarming rates of substance involvement in off-road vehicle crashes in Nova Scotia, where alcohol tops the list.
Plus, there's a compelling discussion on the developmental trajectory leading to cannabis use disorder, especially among adolescents, and how legalisation affects older adults in terms of cannabis poisoning. The episode wraps up with a thoughtful piece on how pharmacists can contribute to tackling the opioid crisis, from educating the public to distributing naloxone and engaging with policymakers. If you're keen to understand the complexities of addiction medicine and stay updated on the latest research, this episode is a must-listen.
It offers a comprehensive view of current trends and challenges, making it both informative and eye-opening.