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Hepatitis-D-Infektion: Prophylaxe und Therapie – Blick in die Zukunft

21. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis-D-Infektion: Prophylaxe und Therapie – Blick in die Zukunft Dtsch Arztebl 2024; 121(8): [14]; DOI: 10.3238/PersGastro.2024.04.19.02 Mrowietz, Simon; Wedemeyer, Heiner https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/238568

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in heroin users: An underappreciated issue with clinical ramifications.

19. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in heroin users: An underappreciated issue with clinical ramifications. Darke, S., Farrell, M., Duflou, J. and Lappin, J. (2024), Addiction. doi.org/10.1111/add.16407 https://onlinelibrary.wiley...

Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders Among Individuals Experiencing Homelessness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

19. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders Among Individuals Experiencing Homelessness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Barry R, Anderson J, Tran L, et al. JAMA Psychiatry. Published online April 17, 2024. doi:1...

Exploring death scenes and circumstances in fatal opioid poisonings: Insights for preventive strategies using forensic autopsy cases in Western Denmark.

07. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Exploring death scenes and circumstances in fatal opioid poisonings: Insights for preventive strategies using forensic autopsy cases in Western Denmark. Andersen PA, Thomsen AH, Hasselstrøm JB, Andersen FD, Thomsen JH, Jornil JR, Andersen C...

Overdose from Unintentional Fentanyl Use when Intending to Use a Non-opioid Substance: An Analysis of Medically Attended Opioid Overdose Events.

07. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Overdose from Unintentional Fentanyl Use when Intending to Use a Non-opioid Substance: An Analysis of Medically Attended Opioid Overdose Events. Bazazi AR, Low P, Gomez BO, Snyder H, Hom JK, Soran CS, Zevin B, Mason M, Graterol J, Coffin PO...

Estimated Number of Injection-Involved Overdose Deaths in US States From 2000 to 2020: Secondary Analysis of Surveillance Data.

07. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Estimated Number of Injection-Involved Overdose Deaths in US States From 2000 to 2020: Secondary Analysis of Surveillance Data. Hall EW, Sullivan PS, Bradley H. JMIR Public Health Surveill. 2024 Apr 5;10:e49527. doi: 10.2196/49527. P...

Expanding access to healthcare for people who use drugs and sex workers: hepatitis C elimination implications from a qualitative study of healthcare experiences in British Columbia, Canada.

07. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Expanding access to healthcare for people who use drugs and sex workers: hepatitis C elimination implications from a qualitative study of healthcare experiences in British Columbia, Canada. Cunningham NE, Lamb J, Staller A, Krajden M, Hogg ...

Nociceptive Flexion Reflex Threshold is No Suitable Marker for Diagnosing Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia.

06. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Nociceptive Flexion Reflex Threshold is No Suitable Marker for Diagnosing Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia. Trübenbacher L, Lindenberg N, Graf BM, Backmund M, Unglaub W, Lassen CL. J Pain Res. 2024 Mar 14;17:1067-1076. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S4...

Multimodal Acute Pain Management in the Parturient with Opioid Use Disorder: A Review.

06. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Multimodal Acute Pain Management in the Parturient with Opioid Use Disorder: A Review. Koltenyuk V, Mrad I, Choe I, Ayoub MI, Kumaraswami S, Xu JL. J Pain Res. 2024 Feb 29;17:797-813. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S434010. PMID: 38476879; PMCID: ...

Methadone Withdrawal-Induced Psychosis: A Case Report.

06. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Methadone Withdrawal-Induced Psychosis: A Case Report. Oke O, Sekh MB, Johnson BO, Adeyemo S. Cureus. 2024 Feb 29;16(2):e55256. doi: 10.7759/cureus.55256. PMID: 38558723; PMCID: PMC10981500. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles...

Cocaine-Induced Asthma and the "Crack Lung": A Case Report.

06. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine-Induced Asthma and the "Crack Lung": A Case Report. López-Félix VA, González-Torres LA, Gamboa-Meza A, Alanís-Estrada G, Moreno-Hoyos-Abril JF. Cureus. 2024 Feb 9;16(2):e53904. doi: 10.7759/cureus.53904. PMID: 38465037; PMCID...

The current state of knowledge on care for co-occurring chronic pain and opioid use disorder: A scoping review.

06. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

The current state of knowledge on care for co-occurring chronic pain and opioid use disorder: A scoping review. Archambault L, Bertrand K, Martel MO, Bérubé M, Belhouari S, Perreault M. J Clin Nurs. 2024 Mar 26. doi: 10.1111/jocn.171...

Association between benzodiazepine coprescription and mortality in people on opioid replacement therapy: a population-based cohort study.

06. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Association between benzodiazepine coprescription and mortality in people on opioid replacement therapy: a population-based cohort study. Best CS, Matheson C, Robertson J, Ritchie T, Cowden F, Dumbrell J, Duncan C, Kessavalou K, Woolston C,...

QTc Interval Prolongation and Its Association With Electrolyte Abnormalities and Psychotropic Drug Use Among Patients With Eating Disorders.

06. April 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

QTc Interval Prolongation and Its Association With Electrolyte Abnormalities and Psychotropic Drug Use Among Patients With Eating Disorders. Benayon M, Latchupatula L, Kacer E, Shanjer M, Weiss E, Amar S, Zweig N, Ghadim M, Portman R, Balak...

Integrated Hepatitis C–Opioid Use Disorder Care Through Facilitated Telemedicine: A Randomized Trial.

04. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Integrated Hepatitis C–Opioid Use Disorder Care Through Facilitated Telemedicine: A Randomized Trial. Talal AH, Markatou M, Liu A, et al. JAMA. Published online April 03, 2024. doi:10.1001/jama.2024.2452 https://...

Public Health Interventions and Overdose-Related Outcomes Among Persons With Opioid Use Disorder.

04. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Public Health Interventions and Overdose-Related Outcomes Among Persons With Opioid Use Disorder. Nataraj N, Rikard SM, Zhang K, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(4):e244617. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.4617 https://...

Weniger Alkoholvergiftungen bei Jugendlichen

04. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Weniger Alkoholvergiftungen bei Jugendlichen Hannover – Die Zahl der Fälle von exzessivem Alkoholkonsum bei den Zwölf- bis 18-Jährigen auf ein Rekordtief ist gesunken. Das zeigt eine Erhebung von der KKH Kaufmännische Krankenkasse. (aerzteblatt....

A confirmed case of xylazine-induced skin ulcers in a person who injects drugs in Miami, Florida, USA.

03. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

A confirmed case of xylazine-induced skin ulcers in a person who injects drugs in Miami, Florida, USA. Warp PV, Hauschild M, Serota DP, Ciraldo K, Cruz I, Bartholomew TS, Tookes HE. Harm Reduct J. 2024 Mar 15;21(1):64. doi: 10.1186/s...

Evaluating the association between opium abuse, blood lead levels, and the complexity of coronary artery disease.

03. April 2024 | Verschiedenes

Evaluating the association between opium abuse, blood lead levels, and the complexity of coronary artery disease. Khameneh Bagheri R, Mousavi SH, Mehrad-Majd H, Jamili MJ, Nasimi Shad A, Baradaran Rahimi V. Physiol Rep. 2024 Mar;12(5...

AIDS-defining events among people living with HIV who have been under continuous antiretroviral therapy for more than one year, a German cohort study 1999-2018.

03. April 2024 | HIV

AIDS-defining events among people living with HIV who have been under continuous antiretroviral therapy for more than one year, a German cohort study 1999-2018. Pantke A, Kollan C, Gunsenheimer-Bartmeyer B, Jensen BO, Stephan C, Degen O, Schürman...

Long-term HIV care outcomes under universal HIV treatment guidelines: A retrospective cohort study in 25 countries.

03. April 2024 | HIV

Long-term HIV care outcomes under universal HIV treatment guidelines: A retrospective cohort study in 25 countries. Brazier E, Tymejczyk O, Wools-Kaloustian K, Jiamsakul A, Torres MTL, Lee JS, et al. (2024) PLoS Med 21(3): e1004367. ...

Integration of Hepatitis C and Addiction Treatment in People Who Inject Drugs: The San Patrignano HCV-Free and Drug-Free Experience.

03. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Integration of Hepatitis C and Addiction Treatment in People Who Inject Drugs: The San Patrignano HCV-Free and Drug-Free Experience. Piselli P, Boschini A, Gianfreda R, Nappo A, Cimaglia C, Scarfò G, Smacchia C, Paoletti R, Duehren S, Girar...

Barriers to Hepatitis C Treatment and Interest in Telemedicine-Based Care Among Clients of a Syringe Access Program.

03. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Barriers to Hepatitis C Treatment and Interest in Telemedicine-Based Care Among Clients of a Syringe Access Program. Loy DE, Kamis K, Kanatser R, Rowan SE. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2024 Feb 13;11(3):ofae088. doi: 10.1093/ofid/ofae088. ...

Explaining the high mortality among opioid-cocaine co-users compared to opioid-only users. A systematic review.

03. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Explaining the high mortality among opioid-cocaine co-users compared to opioid-only users. A systematic review. van Amsterdam J, van den Brink W. J Addict Dis. 2024 Mar 19:1-11. doi: 10.1080/10550887.2024.2331522. Epub ahead of ...

Accidental substance-related acute toxicity deaths among youth in Canada: a descriptive analysis of a national chart review study of coroner and medical examiner data.

03. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Accidental substance-related acute toxicity deaths among youth in Canada: a descriptive analysis of a national chart review study of coroner and medical examiner data. VanSteelandt A, Chang GY, McKenzie K, Kouyoumdjian F. Health Promot Chr...

Toxicology Investigators Consortium Fentalog Study Group. Psychostimulant drug co-ingestion in non-fatal opioid overdose.

03. April 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Toxicology Investigators Consortium Fentalog Study Group. Psychostimulant drug co-ingestion in non-fatal opioid overdose. Shastry S, Shulman J, Aldy K, Brent J, Wax P, Manini AF; Drug Alcohol Depend Rep. 2024 Feb 21;10:100223. doi: 1...

Monitoring progress towards the elimination of hepatitis C as a public health threat in Norway: a modelling study among people who inject drugs and immigrants,

02. April 2024 | Hepatitiden

Monitoring progress towards the elimination of hepatitis C as a public health threat in Norway: a modelling study among people who inject drugs and immigrants, Robert Whittaker, Jørgen E Midtbø, Hilde Kløvstad, The Journal of Infecti...

USA: Vergiftungen durch Fentanyl bei Kleinkindern haben stark zugenommen

25. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA: Vergiftungen durch Fentanyl bei Kleinkindern haben stark zugenommen Portland/Oregon – Die Opiatkrise in den USA verschont auch die jüngsten Einwohner nicht. Die Anrufe bei den Giftnotrufzentralen des Landes sind einem Bericht im New England ...

Synthetische Opioide. Mehr Fälle von Nitazen-Überdosierungen in Großbritannien

25. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Synthetische Opioide. Mehr Fälle von Nitazen-Überdosierungen in Großbritannien Der missbräuchliche Einsatz des synthetischen Opioids Fentanyl führt zu vielen vermeidbaren Todesfällen. Nun mehren sich Berichte zu lebensbedrohlichen Vergiftungen ei...

RKI. Themenseite Tuberkulose

25. März 2024 | TBC

RKI. Themenseite Tuberkulose aufgerufen am 25.03.2024 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/T/Tuberkulose/Tuberkulose.html

Zahl von Tuberkulosefällen in Deutschland gestiegen

25. März 2024 | TBC

Zahl von Tuberkulosefällen in Deutschland gestiegen Berlin – Die Zahl der Tuberkulosefälle ist in Deutschland auch im vergangenen Jahr gestiegen. Wie das Robert-Koch-Institut (RKI) heute in Berlin mitteilte, wurden 2023 insgesamt 4.481 Erkrankung...

Tuberkulose – auch für Deutschland nach wie vor relevant

25. März 2024 | TBC

Tuberkulose – auch für Deutschland nach wie vor relevant „Bei länger bestehendem Husten sollte auch an Tuberkulose gedacht und entsprechend den bestehenden Empfehlungen durch eine Röntgenuntersuchung der Lunge weiter untersucht werden“, darauf we...

Drug overdose deaths in the United States, 2002–2022.

25. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug overdose deaths in the United States, 2002–2022. Spencer MR, Garnett MF, Miniño AM. NCHS Data Brief, no 491. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2024. doi.org/10.15620/cdc:135849 https://www.cdc.gov/nch...

Medikamentöse Therapie bei ADHS mit niedrigerem Sterberisiko assoziiert

25. März 2024 | Verschiedenes

Medikamentöse Therapie bei ADHS mit niedrigerem Sterberisiko assoziiert Stockholm – Werden Patientinnen und Patienten nach der Diagnose einer Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit-/Hyperaktivitätsstörung (ADHS) medikamentös behandelt, haben sie in den Folgejahr...

Comparative costs and potential affordability of a multifaceted intervention to improve treatment outcomes among people with HIV who inject drugs in Russia: economic evaluation of the LINC-II randomized controlled trial.

12. März 2024 | HIV

Comparative costs and potential affordability of a multifaceted intervention to improve treatment outcomes among people with HIV who inject drugs in Russia: economic evaluation of the LINC-II randomized controlled trial. Rosen, S., Blokhina...

Developing a Model for Quantifying QTc-Prolongation Risk to Enhance Medication Safety Assessment: A Retrospective Analysis.

07. März 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Developing a Model for Quantifying QTc-Prolongation Risk to Enhance Medication Safety Assessment: A Retrospective Analysis. Giovannoni L, Kullak-Ublick GA, Jetter A. J Pers Med. 2024 Jan 31;14(2):172. doi: 10.3390/jpm14020172. PMID: ...

Multiple Retained Needles in the Neck of a Drug User: A Case Report.

07. März 2024 | Verschiedenes

Multiple Retained Needles in the Neck of a Drug User: A Case Report. Bouzid MEM, Tbini M, Ben Ayed M, Idriss S, Ben Salah M. Ear Nose Throat J. 2024 Feb 19:1455613241234285. doi: 10.1177/01455613241234285. Epub ahead of print. PMID: ...

Strategies for treating acute pain in patients with opioid dependence: a scoping review protocol.

07. März 2024 | Verschiedenes

Strategies for treating acute pain in patients with opioid dependence: a scoping review protocol. Levine S, Andrews M, Saracco B, Salzman M. BMJ Open. 2024 Feb 7;14(2):e080740. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080740. PMID: 38326252; PMCID:...

The dangers of "Chasing the dragon": a fatal case of heroin-induced leukoencephalopathy.

07. März 2024 | Verschiedenes

The dangers of "Chasing the dragon": a fatal case of heroin-induced leukoencephalopathy. Bourekba I, Halfi I, Ech Cherif Kettani N, Fikri M, Jidane M, Touarsa F. BJR Case Rep. 2023 Dec 13;10(1):uaad004. doi: 10.1093/bjrcr/uaad004. PMID: 38...

The Dose-Response Relationship between Opioid Agonist Therapy and Alterations in Pain Pathways in Patients with Opioid Use Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study.

07. März 2024 | Verschiedenes

The Dose-Response Relationship between Opioid Agonist Therapy and Alterations in Pain Pathways in Patients with Opioid Use Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study. Lang-Illievich K, Lang J, Rumpold-Seitlinger G, Dorn C, Brenna CTA, Klivinyi C, B...

No decline in drug overdose deaths in Norway: An ecological approach to understanding at-risk groups and the impact of interventions.

07. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

No decline in drug overdose deaths in Norway: An ecological approach to understanding at-risk groups and the impact of interventions. Amundsen EJ, Melsom AM, Eriksen BO, Løchen ML. Nordisk Alkohol Nark. 2024 Feb;41(1):111-130. doi: 1...

Routes of Drug Use Among Drug Overdose Deaths - United States, 2020-2022.

07. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Routes of Drug Use Among Drug Overdose Deaths - United States, 2020-2022. Tanz LJ, Gladden RM, Dinwiddie AT, Miller KD, Broz D, Spector E, O'Donnell J. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2024 Feb 15;73(6):124-130. doi: 10.15585/mmwr.mm7306a2...

Differences in heroin overdose deaths in Australia by age, 2020-2022: Disease and estimated survival times.

07. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Differences in heroin overdose deaths in Australia by age, 2020-2022: Disease and estimated survival times. Darke S, Duflou J, Peacock A, Farrell M, Lappin J. Drug Alcohol Depend Rep. 2024 Jan 20;10:100217. doi: 10.1016/j.dadr.2024.1...

Epidemiological Aspects of Opioid Poisoning in Northern Iran: A Registry-Based Clinical Study.

07. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Epidemiological Aspects of Opioid Poisoning in Northern Iran: A Registry-Based Clinical Study. Ramezanzadeh H, Khosravi N, Hosseininejad SM, Mahmoodi M, Zakariaei Z, Sadeghi M. Health Serv Insights. 2024 Feb 22;17:11786329241232300. doi: 1...

Causes and circumstances of death in stimulant and opioid use—A comparative study.

07. März 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Causes and circumstances of death in stimulant and opioid use—A comparative study. Åhman A, Wingren CJ, Håkansson A (2024) PLoS ONE 19(2): e0297838. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0297838 https://journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

Health, harm reduction, and social service providers' perspectives on the appropriateness and feasibility of peer distribution of HIV self-test kits among people who use drugs.

07. März 2024 | HIV

Health, harm reduction, and social service providers' perspectives on the appropriateness and feasibility of peer distribution of HIV self-test kits among people who use drugs. Bazzi AR, Valasek CJ, Stamos-Buesig T, Eger WH, Harvey-Vera A, ...

Role of the gut-brain axis in HIV and drug abuse-mediated neuroinflammation.

07. März 2024 | HIV

Role of the gut-brain axis in HIV and drug abuse-mediated neuroinflammation. Ray S, Sil S, Kannan M, Periyasamy P, Buch S. Adv Drug Alcohol Res. 2023 Mar 3;3:11092. doi: 10.3389/adar.2023.11092. PMID: 38389809; PMCID: PMC10880759. h...

Systematic Review: Strategies for Improving HIV Testing and Detection Rates in European Hospitals.

07. März 2024 | HIV

Systematic Review: Strategies for Improving HIV Testing and Detection Rates in European Hospitals. Vliegenthart-Jongbloed KJ, Vasylyev M, Jordans CCE, Bernardino JI, Nozza S, Psomas CK, Voit F, Barber TJ, Skrzat-Klapaczyńska A, Săndulescu O...

Progress towards elimination of viral hepatitis: a Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology Commission update

07. März 2024 | Hepatitiden

Progress towards elimination of viral hepatitis: a Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology Commission update Cooke, Graham S et al. The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journ...

Reflecting on a Decade of Sofosbuvir Use for Hepatitis C Virus Treatment.

07. März 2024 | Hepatitiden

Reflecting on a Decade of Sofosbuvir Use for Hepatitis C Virus Treatment. Jacobson IM. Gastroenterol Hepatol (N Y). 2024 Feb;20(2):123-126. PMID: 38414910; PMCID: PMC10895910. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10895910/

Treating Hepatitis C Virus Infection in Jails as an Offset to Declines in Treatment Activity in the Community, New York City, NY, 2014-2020.

07. März 2024 | Hepatitiden

Treating Hepatitis C Virus Infection in Jails as an Offset to Declines in Treatment Activity in the Community, New York City, NY, 2014-2020. Chan J, Akiyama MJ, Julian E, Joseph R, McGahee W, Rosner Z, Yang P, MacDonald R. AJPM Focus...

DRUCK 2.0-Pilot - DRUCK 2.0 - Pilotierung eines Surveillancesystems zu durch Blut und sexuell übertragenen Infektionen bei Drogengebrauchenden.

28. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

DRUCK 2.0-Pilot - DRUCK 2.0 - Pilotierung eines Surveillancesystems zu durch Blut und sexuell übertragenen Infektionen bei Drogengebrauchenden. Zimmermann R, Krings A, Steffen G (2023) Abschlussbericht, Berlin 2023. DOI 10.25646/11930 Die aktue...

Weniger Infektionen durch Blut und sexuelle Kontakte bei Drogenkonsumenten

28. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Weniger Infektionen durch Blut und sexuelle Kontakte bei Drogenkonsumenten Berlin – In Deutschland leiden Menschen mit injizierendem Drogenkonsum seltener unter Infektionen, die durch Blut oder sexuelle Kontakte übertragen werden. Das hat die zwe...

HIV-positiv in Deutschland

28. Februar 2024 | HIV

HIV-positiv in Deutschland Diese Broschüre liefert Antworten auf Fragen zum Leben mit HIV in Deutschland. Sie hilft auch dabei, Ärzt*innen, Organisationen oder Gruppen zu finden, bei denen man Beratung und Unterstützung bekommt. Gleichzeitig will...

Fünfte HIV-Heilung: Mann war zuvor mehr als 30 Jahre infiziert

28. Februar 2024 | HIV

Fünfte HIV-Heilung: Mann war zuvor mehr als 30 Jahre infiziert Los Angeles – Eine allogene Stammzelltransplantation hat einen weiteren Patienten wahrscheinlich sowohl von einer akuten myeloischen Leukämie (AML) als auch von seiner HIV-Infektion g...

USA. How dozens of U.S. adolescents are dying of drug overdoses each month, shown in 3 charts

28. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. How dozens of U.S. adolescents are dying of drug overdoses each month, shown in 3 charts Drug overdose deaths in the United States continue to rise. Overdoses claimed more than 112,000 American lives from May 2022 to May 2023, accordin...

The Overdose Crisis among U.S. Adolescents.

28. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The Overdose Crisis among U.S. Adolescents. Friedman J, Hadland SE. N Engl J Med. 2024 Jan 11;390(2):97-100. doi: 10.1056/NEJMp2312084. Epub 2024 Jan 6. PMID: 38198189. https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMp2312084

USA. Drug Overdose Deaths Reach Pandemic Levels

28. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Drug Overdose Deaths Reach Pandemic Levels Clinical relevance: More than 40% of Americans know someone who died from a drug overdose. RAND Corp. research reveals significant life disruptions due to overdose deaths, particularly affecting wo...

The impact of civil commitment laws for substance use disorder on opioid overdose deaths.

28. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The impact of civil commitment laws for substance use disorder on opioid overdose deaths. Cochran P, Chindavong PS, Edelenbos J, Chiou A, Trulson HF, Garg R, Parker RW. Front Psychiatry. 2024 Feb 2;15:1283169. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024...

Global HCV and HIV Treatment Restrictions Group. Direct-acting antiviral therapies for hepatitis C infection: global registration, reimbursement, and restrictions.

21. Februar 2024 | HIV

Global HCV and HIV Treatment Restrictions Group. Direct-acting antiviral therapies for hepatitis C infection: global registration, reimbursement, and restrictions. Marshall AD, Willing AR, Kairouz A, Cunningham EB, Wheeler A, O'Brien N, Per...

Global HCV and HIV Treatment Restrictions Group. Direct-acting antiviral therapies for hepatitis C infection: global registration, reimbursement, and restrictions.

21. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Schweiz. 10 Jahre Schweizer Hepatitis-Strategie

07. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Schweiz. 10 Jahre Schweizer Hepatitis-Strategie Heute vor genau 10 Jahren, am 16. Januar 2014, wurde der Grundstein gelegt für die zivilgesellschaftliche Initiative Schweizer Hepatitis-Strategie. 30 Persönlichkeiten aus Medizin, Wirtschaft...

Chronische Schmerzen: Testosteronmangel unter Opioidtherapie

07. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Chronische Schmerzen: Testosteronmangel unter Opioidtherapie Dtsch Arztebl 2023; 120(44): A-1856 Engels, Elke Eine Langzeittherapie mit Opioiden geht mit einer reduzierten Testosteronproduktion einher, was die Lebensqualität der Patienten stark...

Polysubstance mortality trends in White and Black Americans during the opioid epidemic, 1999–2018.

07. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Polysubstance mortality trends in White and Black Americans during the opioid epidemic, 1999–2018. Rawy, M., Abdalla, G. & Look, K. BMC Public Health 24, 112 (2024). doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-17563-x https://bmcpublichealt...

Tracking down tuberculosis

07. Februar 2024 | TBC

Tracking down tuberculosis Improvements in screening and diagnosis could help to eradicate this curable disease. (Nature, 25.01.2024) https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-00087-8

Effect on QTc interval by switching from methadone to equipotent R-methadone dose in methadone maintenance treatment patients.

04. Februar 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Effect on QTc interval by switching from methadone to equipotent R-methadone dose in methadone maintenance treatment patients. Havig SM, Berg-Pedersen RM, Krabseth HM, Müller LD, Haugaa K, Zare HK, Gjesdal K, Krajci P, Opdal MS. Basi...

Perspectives of healthcare workers on the integration of overdose detection technologies in acute care settings.

04. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Perspectives of healthcare workers on the integration of overdose detection technologies in acute care settings. Rioux W, Kilby K, Jones S, Joshi P, Vandenberg S, Ghosh SM. Addict Sci Clin Pract. 2024 Jan 12;19(1):4. doi: 10.1186/s13...

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor serum levels as a candidate biomarker for withdrawal in crack heroin dependence.

04. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor serum levels as a candidate biomarker for withdrawal in crack heroin dependence. Charkhat Gorgich EA, Rigi MG, Fanaei H, Parsaei H, Ghanbarzehi A. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy. 2024 Jan 20;19(1):9. ...

Brain oxygen responses induced by opioids: focus on heroin, fentanyl, and their adulterants.

04. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Brain oxygen responses induced by opioids: focus on heroin, fentanyl, and their adulterants. Kiyatkin EA, Choi S. Front Psychiatry. 2024 Jan 17;15:1354722. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1354722. PMID: 38299188; PMCID: PMC10828032. https:/...

Opioid Withdrawal.

04. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Opioid Withdrawal. Shah M, Huecker MR., 2023 Jul 21. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan–. PMID: 30252268. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526012/

Spongiform leukoencephalopathy unveiled in an autopsy of a drug abuser.

04. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Spongiform leukoencephalopathy unveiled in an autopsy of a drug abuser. Jangir H, Balmuchu G, Mylapalli JL, Subramanian A, Lalwani S. Autops Case Rep. 2024 Jan 8;13:e2023465. doi: 10.4322/acr.2023.465. PMID: 38213876; PMCID: PMC10782...

Differences in circadian variation in QT interval of the ECG in women compared to men.

04. Februar 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Differences in circadian variation in QT interval of the ECG in women compared to men. Rabkin SW, Singh I. Am J Cardiovasc Dis. 2023 Dec 15;13(6):363-371. PMID: 38205066; PMCID: PMC10774619. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles...

Estimating the ratio of fatal to non-fatal overdoses involving all drugs, all opioids, synthetic opioids, heroin or stimulants, USA, 2010-2020.

04. Februar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Estimating the ratio of fatal to non-fatal overdoses involving all drugs, all opioids, synthetic opioids, heroin or stimulants, USA, 2010-2020. Casillas SM, Pickens CM, Tanz LJ, Vivolo-Kantor AM. Inj Prev. 2024 Jan 30:ip-2023-045091....

BfArM: Verfügbarkeit von HIV-Mittel wird sich stabilisieren

02. Februar 2024 | HIV

BfArM: Verfügbarkeit von HIV-Mittel wird sich stabilisieren Berlin – Die mangelnde Verfügbarkeit eines HIV-Medikaments soll sich nach Angaben des Bundesinstituts für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte (BfArM) bereits in wenigen Tagen „deutlich stab...

Time Trends in Causes of Death in People with HIV: Insights from the Swiss HIV Cohort Study.

02. Februar 2024 | HIV

Time Trends in Causes of Death in People with HIV: Insights from the Swiss HIV Cohort Study. Weber MSR, Duran Ramirez JJ, Hentzien M, Cavassini M, Bernasconi E, Hofmann E, Furrer H, Kovari H, Stöckle M, Schmid P, Haerry D, Braun DL, Günthar...

Präexpositionsprophylaxe: Aidshilfe befürchtet „fatale Folgen“ durch Mangel

02. Februar 2024 | HIV

Präexpositionsprophylaxe: Aidshilfe befürchtet „fatale Folgen“ durch Mangel Berlin – Ein von Zehntausenden Menschen in Deutschland genutztes Medikament zum Schutz vor einer HIV-Infektion ist derzeit nicht ausreichend verfügbar. Mehrere Hersteller...

Drug-related hospital emergency presentations in Europe: update from the Euro-DEN Plus expert network, Technical report,

02. Februar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Drug-related hospital emergency presentations in Europe: update from the Euro-DEN Plus expert network, Technical report, European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (2020), Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembo...

Gamal Shiha: eliminating hepatitis C.

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Gamal Shiha: eliminating hepatitis C. Bull World Health Organ. 2024 Jan 1;102(1):7-8. doi: 10.2471/BLT.24.030124. PMID: 38164338; PMCID: PMC10753282. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10753282/

Hepatitis B virus coinfection in patients treated for chronic hepatitis C: clinical characteristics, risk of reactivation with long-term follow-up, and effectiveness of antiviral therapy.

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis B virus coinfection in patients treated for chronic hepatitis C: clinical characteristics, risk of reactivation with long-term follow-up, and effectiveness of antiviral therapy. Zarębska-Michaluk D, Brzdęk M, Rzymski P, Dobrowolsk...

Effect of integrated hepatitis C virus treatment on psychological distress in people with substance use disorders.

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Effect of integrated hepatitis C virus treatment on psychological distress in people with substance use disorders. Aas CF, Vold JH, Chalabianloo F, Løberg EM, Lim AG, Vickerman P, Johansson KA, Fadnes LT. Sci Rep. 2024 Jan 8;14(1):81...

Has the HCV cascade of care changed among people who inject drugs in England since the introduction of direct-acting antivirals?

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Has the HCV cascade of care changed among people who inject drugs in England since the introduction of direct-acting antivirals? Gliddon HD, Ward Z, Heinsbroek E, Croxford S, Edmundson C, Hope VD, Simmons R, Mitchell H, Hickman M, Vickerman...

Initiation of oral hepatitis C virus treatment: Which barriers are pertinent for ambulatory individuals with a history of illicit substance use? A qualitative interview study.

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Initiation of oral hepatitis C virus treatment: Which barriers are pertinent for ambulatory individuals with a history of illicit substance use? A qualitative interview study. Barbati S, Strasser J, Allemann SS, Arnet I. Health Sci R...

High prevalence of hepatitis B virus susceptibility among persons undergoing community-based hepatitis C virus treatment.

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

High prevalence of hepatitis B virus susceptibility among persons undergoing community-based hepatitis C virus treatment. Campusano C, Kanner R, McDonell C, Morris M, Duarte M, Price JC. Harm Reduct J. 2024 Jan 29;21(1):25. doi: 10.1...

Eliminating Hepatitis C in Europe: Report on Policy Implementation for People Who Inject Drugs

02. Februar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Eliminating Hepatitis C in Europe: Report on Policy Implementation for People Who Inject Drugs We are excited to launch Eliminating Hepatitis C in Europe: Report on Policy Implementation for People Who Inject Drugs! The publication is part of C-E...

Late presentation for hepatitis C treatment: prevalence and risk factors in the Swiss Hepatitis C Cohort.

31. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Late presentation for hepatitis C treatment: prevalence and risk factors in the Swiss Hepatitis C Cohort. Brunner, Nathalie; Grischott, Thomas; Bruggmann, Philip;the Swiss Hepatitis C Cohort Study Group. European Journal of Gastroent...

Aus für PREPVACC. Schwerer Rückschlag für die HIV-Impfstoff-Forschung

30. Januar 2024 | HIV

Aus für PREPVACC. Schwerer Rückschlag für die HIV-Impfstoff-Forschung Im Dezember 2023 wurde die PrEPVacc-Studie wegen Unwirksamkeit der untersuchten HIV-Impfstoffe gestoppt. Damit ist unwahrscheinlich, dass noch in diesem Jahrzehnt eine Impfung ...

Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit

30. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit SAMHSA’s updated Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit provides guidance to a wide range of individuals on preventing and responding to an overdose. The toolkit also emphasizes that harm reduction...

Recreational and Medical Cannabis Legalization and Opioid Prescriptions and Mortality.

30. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Recreational and Medical Cannabis Legalization and Opioid Prescriptions and Mortality. Nguyen HV, McGinty EE, Mital S, Alexander GC. JAMA Health Forum. 2024;5(1):e234897. doi:10.1001/jamahealthforum.2023.4897 https://j...

UK. People buying opioids and sedatives online face deadly fakes, expert warns

25. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

UK. People buying opioids and sedatives online face deadly fakes, expert warns National Crime Agency reveals 65 people have died from taking nitazenes, which are up to 100 times stronger than heroin. (The Guardian, UK, 17.01.2024) https://www.th...

Longitudinal trends in causes of death among adults with HIV on antiretroviral therapy in Europe and North America from 1996 to 2020: a collaboration of cohort studies

25. Januar 2024 | HIV

Longitudinal trends in causes of death among adults with HIV on antiretroviral therapy in Europe and North America from 1996 to 2020: a collaboration of cohort studies Trickey, Adam et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.the...

PrEP-Engpässe: HIV-Experten fürchten Anstieg der Neuinfektionen

21. Januar 2024 | HIV

PrEP-Engpässe: HIV-Experten fürchten Anstieg der Neuinfektionen Berlin – Die Wirkstoffkombination Emtricitabin/Tenofovirdisoproxil für die HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe (PrEP) ist in Deutschland wegen Lieferengpässen kaum noch erhältlich. Das zeig...

Mental Health Among Men Who Have Sex with Men Under the Influence of Psychoactive Substances: a Systematic Review.

21. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Mental Health Among Men Who Have Sex with Men Under the Influence of Psychoactive Substances: a Systematic Review. Brunt, T.M., Graf, N., Deimel, D. et al. Int J Ment Health Addiction (2024). doi.org/10.1007/s11469-023-01230-8 h...

Creating and evaluating the score to assess overdose: the OD score.

21. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Creating and evaluating the score to assess overdose: the OD score. Nagashima K, Yasuno N, Watanabe M. BMC Emerg Med. 2024 Jan 7;24(1):5. doi: 10.1186/s12873-023-00923-6. PMID: 38185623; PMCID: PMC10773033. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih....

Unintentional drug overdose: Is more frequent use of non-prescribed buprenorphine associated with lower risk of overdose?

21. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Unintentional drug overdose: Is more frequent use of non-prescribed buprenorphine associated with lower risk of overdose? Carlson RG, Daniulaityte R, Silverstein SM, Nahhas RW, Martins SS. Int J Drug Policy. 2020 Apr 17;79:102722. do...

Opioid-related overdose deaths among people experiencing homelessness, 2017 to 2021: A population-based analysis using coroner and health administrative data from Ontario, Canada.

21. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Opioid-related overdose deaths among people experiencing homelessness, 2017 to 2021: A population-based analysis using coroner and health administrative data from Ontario, Canada. Booth RG, Shariff SZ, Carter B, Hwang SW,&nbs...

A transient positive association between direct-acting antiviral therapy for hepatitis C infection and drug-related hospitalization among people who inject drugs: Self-controlled case-series analysis of national data.

21. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

A transient positive association between direct-acting antiviral therapy for hepatitis C infection and drug-related hospitalization among people who inject drugs: Self-controlled case-series analysis of national data. McDonald SA, Hick...

Effects of brief cognitive behavioral therapy on mental health in substance-related disorder: a randomized controlled trial.

08. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Effects of brief cognitive behavioral therapy on mental health in substance-related disorder: a randomized controlled trial. Alavi SMA, Irani RD, Fattahi P, Pakseresht S. BMC Psychiatry. 2023 Dec 8;23(1):924. doi: 10.1186/s12888-023-...

Acute quetiapine overdose is associated with risk of ectopic atrial rhythm.

08. Januar 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Acute quetiapine overdose is associated with risk of ectopic atrial rhythm. Pires M, Brigadeiro D, Luís F, Nunes J. Actas Esp Psiquiatr. 2023 Sep;51(5):216-219. Epub 2023 Sep 1. PMID: 38117261. https://www.actaspsiquiatria.es/reposi...

A case with a trend of QT interval prolongation due to the introduction of methadone to a pancreatic cancer patient on levofloxacin.

08. Januar 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

A case with a trend of QT interval prolongation due to the introduction of methadone to a pancreatic cancer patient on levofloxacin. Ouchi R, Nagao M, Suzuki S, Yamagata T, Chiba M, Kurata N, Usui K, Watanabe T, Koyama K, Okada K. J ...

High-dose benzodiazepine use and QTc interval prolongation, a latent class analysis study.

08. Januar 2024 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

High-dose benzodiazepine use and QTc interval prolongation, a latent class analysis study. Zamboni L, Portoghese I, Casari R, Fusina F, Santin L, Lecca LI, Campagnari S, Carli S, Zandonai T, Lugoboni F. Sci Rep. 2024 Jan 2;14(1):155....

Xylazine in Overdose Deaths and Forensic Drug Reports in US States, 2019-2022.

08. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Xylazine in Overdose Deaths and Forensic Drug Reports in US States, 2019-2022. Cano M, Daniulaityte R, Marsiglia F. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(1):e2350630. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.50630 https://jamanetwork.com/jo...

Increasing overdose deaths among Black Americans: a review of the literature

01. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Increasing overdose deaths among Black Americans: a review of the literature Gibbons, Jason B et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 10, Issue 9, 719 - 726 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(23)00119-0/fulltexth...

Associations with experience of non-fatal opioid overdose in British Columbia, Canada: a repeated cross sectional survey study.

01. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Associations with experience of non-fatal opioid overdose in British Columbia, Canada: a repeated cross sectional survey study. Ferguson M, Choisil P, Lamb J, Burmeister C, Newman C, Lock K, Tobias S, Liu L, Buxton JA. Harm Reduct J....

Mortality among people who inject drugs - the interwoven roles of fentanyl and HIV: a community-based cohort study.

01. Januar 2024 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Mortality among people who inject drugs - the interwoven roles of fentanyl and HIV: a community-based cohort study. Salekešin M, Vorobjov S, Des Jarlais D, Uusküla A. Eur J Public Health. 2023 Dec 1:ckad204. doi: 10.1093/eurpub/ckad2...

A Giant Frontal Sinus Mucocele in an Opium Addict Patient: A Case Report.

01. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

A Giant Frontal Sinus Mucocele in an Opium Addict Patient: A Case Report. Motazedian G, Koushki E, Nahaei M, Salari F, Reihani H, Jabbari E, Keshtkar A. World J Plast Surg. 2023;12(2):107-111. doi: 10.52547/wjps.12.2.107. PMID: 38130...

Comparison of ketamine with buprenorphine as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of comorbid major depressive disorder and opium use disorders: A randomized controlled trial.

01. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Comparison of ketamine with buprenorphine as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of comorbid major depressive disorder and opium use disorders: A randomized controlled trial. Ahmadi J, Mansoori A, Mosavat SH, Bazrafshan A. Int J Psyc...

Right ventricular pneumatosis and extensive multi-territory air emboli in an intravenous drug user: a case report.

01. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Right ventricular pneumatosis and extensive multi-territory air emboli in an intravenous drug user: a case report. Paratz ED, Chamunorwa K, Lanteri M, Chong-Halliday A, Dixon B, MacIsaac AI. Eur Heart J Case Rep. 2023 Sep 11;7(9):yta...

Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs: G-BA nimmt Beratungen auf

01. Januar 2024 | Verschiedenes

Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs: G-BA nimmt Beratungen auf Berlin – Der Gemeinsame Bundesausschuss (G-BA) hat Beratungen zur Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs bei Raucherinnen und Rauchern mittels Niedrigdosis-Computertomografie begonnen. (aerzteblatt....

Hepatitis C in pregnancy.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C in pregnancy. Lange M, Schmidt N, Kushner T. Clin Liver Dis (Hoboken). 2023 Nov 29;22(6):200-205. doi: 10.1097/CLD.0000000000000093. PMID: 38143816; PMCID: PMC10745245. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10745245/

Point-of-Care Testing for Hepatitis Viruses: A Growing Need.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Point-of-Care Testing for Hepatitis Viruses: A Growing Need. Pauly MD, Ganova-Raeva L. Life (Basel). 2023 Nov 28;13(12):2271. doi: 10.3390/life13122271. PMID: 38137872; PMCID: PMC10744957. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/P...

Hepatitis C virus cure from direct-acting antivirals and mortality: Are people with and without a history of injection drug use in the same boat? (ANRS CO22 Hepather cohort).

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C virus cure from direct-acting antivirals and mortality: Are people with and without a history of injection drug use in the same boat? (ANRS CO22 Hepather cohort). Barré T, Bourlière M, Parlati L, Ramier C, Marcellin F, Protopope...

Chronic hepatitis C elimination prison initiative: HCV-intensive test and treat, a whole prisoner population HCV test-and-treat program in England.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Chronic hepatitis C elimination prison initiative: HCV-intensive test and treat, a whole prisoner population HCV test-and-treat program in England. Halford R, Christensen L, Cox S, Sheehan J, Brew I, Gillyon-Powell M, Threadgold G, O'Moore ...

Self-reported and measured adherence to hepatitis C direct-acting antiviral therapy and sustained virologic response among people who inject drugs: The HERO study.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Self-reported and measured adherence to hepatitis C direct-acting antiviral therapy and sustained virologic response among people who inject drugs: The HERO study. Lopes SS, Pericot-Valverde I, Arnsten J, Lum PJ, Taylor LE, Mehta SH, Tsui J...

A descriptive study of hepatitis C in people who inject drugs.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

A descriptive study of hepatitis C in people who inject drugs. Shivaprakash P, Patel V, Shadakshari D, Verma R, Shukla L, Mahadevan J, Kandasamy A, Chand PK, Benegal V, Sethuraman L, Sharma P, Murthy P. Indian J Med Res. 2023 Dec 9. ...

Integrating viral hepatitis management into the emergency department: A further step towards viral hepatitis elimination.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Integrating viral hepatitis management into the emergency department: A further step towards viral hepatitis elimination. Llaneras J, Ruiz-Cobo JC, Rando-Segura A, Barreira-Díaz A, Domínguez-Hernández R, Rodríguez-Frías F, Campins M, Colom ...

Prevention, testing, and treatment interventions for hepatitis B and C in refugee populations: results of a scoping review.

01. Januar 2024 | Hepatitiden

Prevention, testing, and treatment interventions for hepatitis B and C in refugee populations: results of a scoping review. Saseetharran A, Hiebert L, Gupta N, Nyirahabihirwe F, Kamali I, Ward JW. BMC Infect Dis. 2023 Dec 9;23(1):866...

Leichter Anstieg der Tuberkulose in Deutschland

01. Januar 2024 | TBC

Leichter Anstieg der Tuberkulose in Deutschland Berlin – In Deutschland ist es erstmals seit 2016 wieder zu einem wenn auch leichten Anstieg der Neuerkrankungen an einer Tuberkulose gekommen. Nach einem Report des Robert-Koch-Instituts (RKI) wur...

RKI-Bericht zur Epidemiologie der Tuberkulose in Deutschland für 2022

01. Januar 2024 | TBC

RKI-Bericht zur Epidemiologie der Tuberkulose in Deutschland für 2022 Für das Jahr 2022 wurden insgesamt 4.076 Tuberkulose-Fälle registriert, was einer Inzidenz von 4,9 Neuerkrankungen pro 100.000 Einwohner entspricht. Nach einem deutlichen Ansti...

Trazodone for sleep disturbance in opioid dependent patients maintained on buprenorphine: A double blind, placebo-controlled trial.

23. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Trazodone for sleep disturbance in opioid dependent patients maintained on buprenorphine: A double blind, placebo-controlled trial. Goyal P, Kattula D, Rao R, Bhad R, Mishra AK, Dhawan A. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2023 Sep 1;250:110891. d...

Britische Statistik: So viele Drogentote wie seit 1993 nicht

23. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Britische Statistik: So viele Drogentote wie seit 1993 nicht London – In England und Wales sind zuletzt so viele Drogentote gemeldet worden wie seit rund 30 Jahren nicht. Im vergangenen Jahr wurden demnach 4.907 Todesfälle mit Drogen in Verbindun...

Hepatitis C in Europa unterschiedlich weit verbreitet

23. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C in Europa unterschiedlich weit verbreitet Stockholm – Im Europäischen Wirtschaftsraum (EU/EAA) sind etwa 1,8 Millionen Menschen mit Hepatitis C infiziert, wobei die Prävalenz in Süd- und vor allem Osteuropa deutlich höher ist. Fast ei...

Aktualisiert: Versorgung mit PrEP-Medikament offenbar doch gefährdet

23. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Aktualisiert: Versorgung mit PrEP-Medikament offenbar doch gefährdet Immer mehr Apotheken können das Medikament für die HIV-Prophylaxe nicht mehr nachbestellen. Die Deutsche Aidshilfe hat sich an die zuständigen Stellen des Bundes gewendet. (Deut...

In the balance: No new diagnosis needed in addition to opioid use disorder to study harms associated with long-term opioid therapy.

19. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

In the balance: No new diagnosis needed in addition to opioid use disorder to study harms associated with long-term opioid therapy. Drexler, K., Edens, E.L., Trafton, J.A. and Compton, W.M. (2024), Addiction, 119: 6-8. doi.org/10.111...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in heroin users: An underappreciated issue with clinical ramifications.

17. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in heroin users: An underappreciated issue with clinical ramifications. Darke, S., Farrell, M., Duflou, J. and Lappin, J. (2023), Addiction. doi.org/10.1111/add.16407 https://onlinelibrary....

EMCDDA. Prevention and control of infectious diseases among people who inject drugs — 2023 update

17. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

EMCDDA. Prevention and control of infectious diseases among people who inject drugs — 2023 update This joint guidance report explores good public health practices that can support effective policies to reduce infections. Common blood-borne viruse...

Rapid Treatment of Anhedonia With Pramipexole as Adjunct to Buprenorphine in Opioid Use Disorder.

17. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Rapid Treatment of Anhedonia With Pramipexole as Adjunct to Buprenorphine in Opioid Use Disorder. Laubenthal CE, Escalona R, Welch JE. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord. 2023 Oct 26;25(5):22cr03535. doi: 10.4088/PCC.22cr03535. PMID: 379...

Schottland. Stop the Drug Deaths! (Resources)

17. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Schottland. Stop the Drug Deaths! (Resources) Posters, Socials, Booklets. (SDF – Scottish Drugs Forum, Dezember 2023) https://www.stopthedeaths.com/resources-1

Deutschland. Häufung von Drogennotfällen durch Fentanyl

17. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Deutschland. Häufung von Drogennotfällen durch Fentanyl Fachleute aus Suchtforschung und Suchthilfe schlagen Alarm: In Deutschland könnte die Zahl der Drogennotfälle bald drastisch zunehmen. Damit die Zahl der Todesopfer nicht steigt, gilt ...

EMCDDA. HIV among people who inject drugs: Data factsheet

17. Dezember 2023 | HIV

EMCDDA. HIV among people who inject drugs: Data factsheet What are the latest data telling us about HIV among people who inject drugs? Under the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the 29 EMCDDA coun...

England: HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe geht mit Anstieg von anderen sexuell übertragbaren Infektionen einher

17. Dezember 2023 | HIV

England: HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe geht mit Anstieg von anderen sexuell übertragbaren Infektionen einher London – Die Einführung der Präexpositionsprophylaxe hat in England zu dem erwarteten Rückgang der HIV-Neuinfektionen geführt. Sie scheint...

HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and its implementation in the PrEP Impact Trial in England: a pragmatic health technology assessment

17. Dezember 2023 | HIV

HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and its implementation in the PrEP Impact Trial in England: a pragmatic health technology assessment Sullivan, Ann K et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 10, Issue 12, e790 - e806 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/l...

EMCDDA. Viral hepatitis elimination barometer among people who inject drugs in Europe

17. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

EMCDDA. Viral hepatitis elimination barometer among people who inject drugs in Europe About the elimination barometer The elimination barometer for hepatitis B and C among people who inject drugs is designed to support countries affiliated to th...

HIV, hepatitis & drug policy reform

17. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

HIV, hepatitis & drug policy reform This report, “HIV, Hepatitis & Drug Policy Reform” follows the Global Commission’s thematic reports on “The War on Drugs and HIV/AIDS” (2012) and “The Negative Impact of the War on Drugs on Public Healt...

HIV, hepatitis & drug policy reform

17. Dezember 2023 | HIV

A decade of HCV drugs

17. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

A decade of HCV drugs The FDA’s approval of Gilead’s hepatitis C virus (HCV) drug sofosbuvir (Sovaldi) in December 2013 made big healthcare waves. Drug developers heralded the long-awaited arrival of a wonder drug that promised to wipe out a prev...

Novel therapies for hepatitis C — one pill fits all?

17. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Novel therapies for hepatitis C — one pill fits all? Manns, M., von Hahn, T. Nat Rev Drug Discov 12, 595–610 (2013). doi.org/10.1038/nrd4050 https://www.nature.com/articles/nrd4050

Screening Heroin Smokers Attending Community Drug Clinics for Change in Lung Function

12. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Screening Heroin Smokers Attending Community Drug Clinics for Change in Lung Function Nightingale, Rebecca et al. CHEST, Volume 157, Issue 3, 558 - 565 https://journal.chestnet.org/article/S0012-3692(19)34224-2/fulltexthttps://journa...

Burden of tuberculosis among vulnerable populations worldwide: an overview of systematic reviews

04. Dezember 2023 | TBC

Burden of tuberculosis among vulnerable populations worldwide: an overview of systematic reviews Litvinjenko, Stefan et al. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 23, Issue 12, 1395 - 1407 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article...

Postmortem toxicology findings from the Camden Opioid Research Initiative.

04. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Postmortem toxicology findings from the Camden Opioid Research Initiative. Kusic DM, Heil J, Zajic S, Brangan A, Dairo O, Heil S, et al. (2023) PLoS ONE 18(11): e0292674. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0292674 https://journals.plos.or...

"Tranq-dope" overdose and mortality: lethality induced by fentanyl and xylazine.

04. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

"Tranq-dope" overdose and mortality: lethality induced by fentanyl and xylazine. Smith MA, Biancorosso SL, Camp JD, Hailu SH, Johansen AN, Morris MH, Carlson HN. Front Pharmacol. 2023 Oct 26;14:1280289. doi: 10.3389/fphar.2023.128028...

The Complex Interplay Relationship between HCV Infection, Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy, and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Occurrence.

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

The Complex Interplay Relationship between HCV Infection, Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy, and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Occurrence. Cavalletto L, Villa E, Chemello L. Cancers (Basel). 2023 Oct 28;15(21):5196. doi: 10.3390/cancers1521...

Hepatitis C Prevalence on the Rise but Screening at Safety Net Institutions Lagging behind.

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Prevalence on the Rise but Screening at Safety Net Institutions Lagging behind. Prasa J, Karim SS, Jacob B, Mustacchia P. Int J Hepatol. 2023 Nov 8;2023:3650746. doi: 10.1155/2023/3650746. PMID: 38027071; PMCID: PMC106513...

The adjusted prevalence of hepatitis delta virus (HDV) in 25 countries and territories

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

The adjusted prevalence of hepatitis delta virus (HDV) in 25 countries and territories Razavi-Shearer, D. et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.journal-of-hepatology.eu/article/S0168-8278(23)05285-6/fulltexthttps://w...

Hepatitis C screening and linkage to care with a mobile clinic in Southern Denmark.

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C screening and linkage to care with a mobile clinic in Southern Denmark. Dröse S, Øvrehus ALH, Holm DK, Røge BT, Christensen PB. Int J Drug Policy. 2023 Sep 13;121:104180. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2023.104180. Epub ahead of p...

Peer-delivered point-of-care testing and linkage to treatment for hepatitis C virus infection among marginalized populations through a mobile clinic in Copenhagen, Denmark.

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Peer-delivered point-of-care testing and linkage to treatment for hepatitis C virus infection among marginalized populations through a mobile clinic in Copenhagen, Denmark. Demant J, Krohn-Dehli L, Van der Veen J, Øvrehus A, Lazarus JV, Wei...

Population-based screening works: Effect of integrating screening for hepatitis B and C into the general health check-up in Germany

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Population-based screening works: Effect of integrating screening for hepatitis B and C into the general health check-up in Germany Hüppe, Dietrich et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.journal-of-hepatology.eu/artic...

Lungenkrebsscreening erhöht Langzeitüberlebensrate dramatisch

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Lungenkrebsscreening erhöht Langzeitüberlebensrate dramatisch New York – Wenn Lungenkrebs im Frühstadium im Rahmen eines jährliche durchgeführten Lungenkrebsscreenings detektiert wurde, liegt die 20-Jahres-Überlebensrate in den USA derzeit bei 8...

Comparative study of pulmonary functions test among different substances abusers.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Comparative study of pulmonary functions test among different substances abusers. Mohamed HSM, Ali IA. BMC Pulm Med. 2023 Nov 20;23(1):452. doi: 10.1186/s12890-023-02760-6. PMID: 37986058; PMCID: PMC10662557. https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...

Psychiatric comorbidities and concurrent substance use among people who inject drugs: a single-centre hospital-based study.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Psychiatric comorbidities and concurrent substance use among people who inject drugs: a single-centre hospital-based study. Kar H, Gania AM, Bandy A, Ud Din Dar N, Rafiq F. Sci Rep. 2023 Nov 4;13(1):19053. doi: 10.1038/s41598-023-456...

The association between traumatic experiences and substance and behavioral addictions in late adolescence: A role for PTSD and cPTSD as potential mediators.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

The association between traumatic experiences and substance and behavioral addictions in late adolescence: A role for PTSD and cPTSD as potential mediators. Rossi R, Reda F, Federico I, Jannini TB, Socci V, D'Aurizio G, Pettorruso M, Pacitt...

Health-related quality of life of people who inject drugs: The ETHOS Engage Study.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Health-related quality of life of people who inject drugs: The ETHOS Engage Study. Cheng Q, Valerio H, Cunningham EB, Shih ST, Silk D, Conway A, Treloar C, Murray C, Henderson C, Amin J, Read P, Dore GJ, Grebely J; ETHOS Engage Study Group....

Gender, homelessness, hospitalization and methamphetamine use fuel depression among people who inject drugs: implications for innovative prevention and care strategies.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Gender, homelessness, hospitalization and methamphetamine use fuel depression among people who inject drugs: implications for innovative prevention and care strategies. Moulis L, Le SM, Hai VV, Huong DT, Minh KP, Oanh KTH, Rapoud D, Quillet...

Lower cortical thickness and increased brain aging in adults with cocaine use disorder.

04. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

Lower cortical thickness and increased brain aging in adults with cocaine use disorder. Schinz D, Schmitz-Koep B, Tahedl M, Teckenberg T, Schultz V, Schulz J, Zimmer C, Sorg C, Gaser C, Hedderich DM. Front Psychiatry. 2023 Nov 13;14:...

Extrabudgetäre Vergütung von HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe bis 2025

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Extrabudgetäre Vergütung von HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe bis 2025 Berlin – Die medikamentöse HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe (PrEP) für Versicherte mit einem substanziellen HIV-Risiko wird bis vorerst 31. Dezember 2025 weiterhin extrabudgetär und d...

Umfrage zum Welt-Aids-Tag: 80 Prozent der niedergelassenen HIV-Mediziner:innen befürchten Versorgungslücken

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Umfrage zum Welt-Aids-Tag: 80 Prozent der niedergelassenen HIV-Mediziner:innen befürchten Versorgungslücken Die medizinische Versorgung von Menschen mit HIV könnte in Deutschland langfristig in Gefahr sein. Dies legt eine neue Umfrage unter niede...

Sorge um Ausbreitung von HIV in Osteuropa

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Sorge um Ausbreitung von HIV in Osteuropa München – Zum Welt-Aids-Tag am 1. Dezember warnen Experten vor einer neuerlichen Ausbreitung der Krankheit in Osteuropa. „Besonders in Osteuropa steigt die Neuinfektionsrate weiter an“, sagte der Infekti...

Ageism: the -ism affecting the lives of older people living with HIV

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Ageism: the -ism affecting the lives of older people living with HIV Guaraldi, Giovanni et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(23)00226-6/fulltexthttps://www.thelancet.com/...

Immer mehr Menschen schützen sich mit Medikament vor HIV

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Immer mehr Menschen schützen sich mit Medikament vor HIV Berlin – Immer mehr Menschen in Deutschland nehmen laut Robert-Koch-Institut (RKI) Medikamente zum Schutz vor einer HIV-Infektion. „Nach Schätzungen nutzten im September etwa 39.000 Mensche...

Deutlich mehr gemeldete HIV-Infektionen in der EU

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Deutlich mehr gemeldete HIV-Infektionen in der EU Kopenhagen – Im Jahr 2022 gab es im Europäischen Wirtschaftsraum (EWR) gegenüber dem Jahr 2021 einen Anstieg bei den gemeldeten HIV-Infektionen. Im Vergleich zu 2019 ist die Zahl der Meldungen abe...

Global, regional, and country-level coverage of testing and treatment for HIV and hepatitis C infection among people who inject drugs: a systematic review.

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Global, regional, and country-level coverage of testing and treatment for HIV and hepatitis C infection among people who inject drugs: a systematic review. Hajarizadeh B, Kairouz A, Ottaviano S, Ireland J, Willing A, Cunningham E, Webb P, C...

Global, regional, and country-level coverage of testing and treatment for HIV and hepatitis C infection among people who inject drugs: a systematic review.

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

People who inject drugs: testing and treatment of HIV and HCV

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

People who inject drugs: testing and treatment of HIV and HCV Sarker, Md Safiullah The Lancet Global Health, Volume 11, Issue 12, e1832 - e1833 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X(23)00487-4/fulltext.thelancet....

People who inject drugs: testing and treatment of HIV and HCV

04. Dezember 2023 | Hepatitiden

Pride

04. Dezember 2023 | HIV

Pride Malebranche D. JAMA. Published online December 01, 2023. doi:10.1001/jama.2023.25077 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38039008/

A descriptive coronial study of heroin toxicity deaths in Australia, 2020–2022: Characteristics, toxicology and survival times.

02. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

A descriptive coronial study of heroin toxicity deaths in Australia, 2020–2022: Characteristics, toxicology and survival times. Darke, S, Duflou, J, Peacock, A, Farrell, M, Lappin, J. Addiction. 2023. doi.org...

Clinical considerations for the management of xylazine overdoses and xylazine-related wounds.

02. Dezember 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Clinical considerations for the management of xylazine overdoses and xylazine-related wounds. Sue, K.L. and Hawk, K. (2023), Clinical considerations for the management of xylazine overdoses and xylazine-related wounds. Sue, K....

Clinical considerations for the management of xylazine overdoses and xylazine-related wounds.

02. Dezember 2023 | Verschiedenes

EMCDDA. Prevention and control of infectious diseases among people who inject drugs — 2023 update (2)

30. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Methadone-Involved Overdose Deaths in the US Before and After Federal Policy Changes Expanding Take-Home Methadone Doses From Opioid Treatment Programs.

30. November 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Methadone-Involved Overdose Deaths in the US Before and After Federal Policy Changes Expanding Take-Home Methadone Doses From Opioid Treatment Programs. Jones CM, Compton WM, Han B, Baldwin G, Volkow ND. JAMA Psyc...

Coronafolgen belasten Kampf gegen Tuberkulose

09. November 2023 | TBC

Coronafolgen belasten Kampf gegen Tuberkulose Genf – Als Folge der Coronapandemie ist die Zahl der neuen Tuberkuloseerkrankungen voriges Jahr auf geschätzte 10,6 Millionen gestiegen. Das teilte die Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) mit. Nach zuvor...

Crack Cocaine Use-Related Spinal Cord Infarct.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Crack Cocaine Use-Related Spinal Cord Infarct. Adidam Venkata S, Hakobyan N, Yang H, Sunik A, Khaneja A. Cureus. 2023 Sep 14;15(9):e45207. doi: 10.7759/cureus.45207. PMID: 37842380; PMCID: PMC10576216. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/...

Postmortem toxicology findings from the Camden Opioid Research Initiative.

06. November 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Postmortem toxicology findings from the Camden Opioid Research Initiative. Kusic DM, Heil J, Zajic S, Brangan A, Dairo O, Heil S, Feigin G, Kacinko S, Buono RJ, Ferraro TN, Rafeq R, Haroz R, Baston K, Bodofsky E, Sabia M, Salzman M, Resch A, Madzo...

Large variations in all-cause and overdose mortality among >13,000 patients in and out of opioid maintenance treatment in different settings: a comparative registry linkage study.

06. November 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Large variations in all-cause and overdose mortality among >13,000 patients in and out of opioid maintenance treatment in different settings: a comparative registry linkage study. Gabrhelík R, Hesse M, Nechanská B, Handal M, Mravčík V, Tj...

Charting the fourth wave: Geographic, temporal, race/ethnicity and demographic trends in polysubstance fentanyl overdose deaths in the United States, 2010–2021.

06. November 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Charting the fourth wave: Geographic, temporal, race/ethnicity and demographic trends in polysubstance fentanyl overdose deaths in the United States, 2010–2021. Friedman, J, Shover, CL. Addiction. 2023; 118(12): 2477...

Hepatitis C Virus Elimination Program among Prison Inmates, Israel.

06. November 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Virus Elimination Program among Prison Inmates, Israel. Eisen L, Mor Z, Madar M, Rabinovitch R, Dadon Y, Sheffer R, Kaliner E, Goldstein L. Emerg Infect Dis. 2023 Nov;29(11):2358-2361. doi: 10.3201/eid2911.230728. PMID: 378...

Long-term trends in hepatitis C prevalence, treatment uptake and liver-related events in the Swiss HIV Cohort Study.

06. November 2023 | Hepatitiden

Long-term trends in hepatitis C prevalence, treatment uptake and liver-related events in the Swiss HIV Cohort Study. Baumann L, Braun DL, Cavassini M, Stoeckle M, Bernasconi E, Schmid P, Calmy A, Haerry D, Béguelin C, Fux CA, Wandeler G, Sur...

A pilot study to understand and respond to loss, theft, and misplacement of hepatitis C treatment medication for people who inject drugs.

06. November 2023 | Hepatitiden

A pilot study to understand and respond to loss, theft, and misplacement of hepatitis C treatment medication for people who inject drugs. Morris MD, McDonell C, Kim RG, Laguardia Y, Kanner R, Price JC. Clin Liver Dis (Hoboken). 2023 Ma...

HIV and an Ageing Population-What Are the Medical, Psychosocial, and Palliative Care Challenges in Healthcare Provisions.

06. November 2023 | HIV

HIV and an Ageing Population-What Are the Medical, Psychosocial, and Palliative Care Challenges in Healthcare Provisions. Ahmed MH, Ahmed F, Abu-Median AB, Panourgia M, Owles H, Ochieng B, Ahamed H, Wale J, Dietsch B, Mital D. Microorg...

Incident cancers attributable to using opium and smoking cigarettes in the Golestan cohort study.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Incident cancers attributable to using opium and smoking cigarettes in the Golestan cohort study. Alcala K, Poustchi H, Viallon V, Islami F, Pourshams A, Sadjadi A, Nemati S, Khoshnia M, Gharavi A, Roshandel G, Hashemian M, Dawsey SM, Abnet ...

Acute Psychotic Episode Precipitated by Opioid Withdrawal in a Case of Bipolar I Disorder.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Acute Psychotic Episode Precipitated by Opioid Withdrawal in a Case of Bipolar I Disorder. Shah DB, Fichadia PA, Shah FH, Patel SS, Jain IN. Cureus. 2023 Sep 19;15(9):e45538. doi: 10.7759/cureus.45538. PMID: 37868375; PMCID: PMC1058518...

The prevalence of constipation and its relation to sweet taste preference among patients receiving methadone maintenance treatment.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

The prevalence of constipation and its relation to sweet taste preference among patients receiving methadone maintenance treatment. Sason A, Adelson M, Schreiber S, Peles E. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2021 Aug 1;225:108836. doi: 10.1016/j.dr...

Neurocognitive, psychiatric, and substance use characteristics in a diverse sample of persons with OUD who are starting methadone or buprenorphine/naloxone in opioid treatment programs.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Neurocognitive, psychiatric, and substance use characteristics in a diverse sample of persons with OUD who are starting methadone or buprenorphine/naloxone in opioid treatment programs. Scott TM, Arnsten J, Olsen JP, Arias F, Cunningham CO, ...

Cocaine and Ischemic or Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Evidence.

06. November 2023 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine and Ischemic or Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Evidence. Rendon LF, Malta S, Leung J, Badenes R, Nozari A, Bilotta F. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2023; 12(16):5207. doi.org/10.3390/jcm12...

The Impact of the War in Ukraine on the Epidemiological Situation of Tuberculosis in Europe.

05. November 2023 | TBC

The Impact of the War in Ukraine on the Epidemiological Situation of Tuberculosis in Europe. Wilczek NA, Brzyska A, Bogucka J, Sielwanowska WE, Żybowska M, Piecewicz-Szczęsna H, Smoleń A. J Clin Med. 2023 Oct 16;12(20):6554. doi: 10.3390/jcm...

Incidence of TB disease among persons who use drugs in California.

29. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Incidence of TB disease among persons who use drugs in California. Frazier C, Nabity SA, Flood J. Int J Tuberc Lung Dis. 2023 Oct 1;27(10):781-783. doi: 10.5588/ijtld.23.0228. PMID: 37749841; PMCID: PMC10519387. https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...

Bowel obstruction in body-packing: A case report and literature review.

29. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Bowel obstruction in body-packing: A case report and literature review. Honar BN, Mollaverdi G, Aghajanian S, Bagherpour JZ. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2023 Aug;109:108503. doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108503. Epub 2023 Jul 13. PMID: 37481974; ...

Opioid-related overdose deaths among people experiencing homelessness, 2017 to 2021: A population-based analysis using coroner and health administrative data from Ontario, Canada.

28. Oktober 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Finanzierung der Tabakentwöhnung: Rauchstopp nicht auf Patienten abwälzen

20. Oktober 2023 | TBC

Finanzierung der Tabakentwöhnung: Rauchstopp nicht auf Patienten abwälzen Dtsch Arztebl 2023; 120(42): A-1735 / B-1478 Windisch, Wolfram https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/234849

Chronische Hepatitis B: HBV-spezifische siRNA-Moleküle senken die Viruslast in klinisch relevantem Maße

20. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Chronische Hepatitis B: HBV-spezifische siRNA-Moleküle senken die Viruslast in klinisch relevantem Maße Dtsch Arztebl 2023; 120(42): A-1744 / B-1486 Gerste, Ronald D. https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/234859

Scientific advances and the end of tuberculosis: a report from the Lancet Commission on Tuberculosis

20. Oktober 2023 | TBC

Scientific advances and the end of tuberculosis: a report from the Lancet Commission on Tuberculosis Reid, Michael et al. The Lancet, Volume 402, Issue 10411, 1473 - 1498 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6...

E-Learning: HIV-Wissen für Klinik und Praxis

19. Oktober 2023 | HIV

E-Learning: HIV-Wissen für Klinik und Praxis Berlin – HIV-Grundlagen, HIV-Diagnostik in der Praxis, angemessener Umgang mit HIV-positiven Menschen: Eine neue Onlinefortbildung will die wichtigsten Informationen über HIV in Klinik und Praxis an Är...

11 Notfälle durch Opioide: Wie helfen Sie Patienten – wie retten Sie Leben? Testen Sie Ihr Wissen

19. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

11 Notfälle durch Opioide: Wie helfen Sie Patienten – wie retten Sie Leben? Testen Sie Ihr Wissen (Medscape, 19.10.2023. https://deutsch.medscape.com/artikelansicht/4913008

Positionspapier zur Implementierung eines nationalen organisierten Programms in Deutschland zur Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs in Risikopopulationen mittels Low-dose-CT-Screening inklusive Management von abklärungsbedürftigen Screeningbefunden [Statement p

19. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Positionspapier zur Implementierung eines nationalen organisierten Programms in Deutschland zur Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs in Risikopopulationen mittels Low-dose-CT-Screening inklusive Management von abklärungsbedürftigen Screeningbefunden [Sta...

Positionspapier zur Implementierung eines nationalen organisierten Programms in Deutschland zur Früherkennung von Lungenkrebs in Risikopopulationen

19. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Fachgesellschaften legen Eckpunkte für Früherkennungsprogramm Lungenkrebs vor

19. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Fachgesellschaften legen Eckpunkte für Früherkennungsprogramm Lungenkrebs vor Berlin – in Deutschland sterben jedes Jahr rund 45.000 Menschen an Lungenkrebs. Eine Arbeitsgruppe der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Pneumologie und Beatmungsmedizin (DGP),...

Prioritizing persons deprived of liberty in global guidelines for tuberculosis preventive treatment.

19. Oktober 2023 | TBC

Prioritizing persons deprived of liberty in global guidelines for tuberculosis preventive treatment. Narayan A, Salindri AD, Keshavjee S, Muyoyeta M, Velen K, Rueda ZV, et al. (2023) PLoS Med 20(10): e1004288. doi.org/10.1371/journal.p...

WHO-Richtlinien zur Tuberkuloseprävention Inhaftierter in der Kritik

19. Oktober 2023 | TBC

WHO-Richtlinien zur Tuberkuloseprävention Inhaftierter in der Kritik Stanford – Bei der Prävention von Tuberkulose sollte der Fokus verstärkt auf zusätzliche Risikogruppen, wie inhaftierte Menschen, gerichtet werden. Amerikanische Wissenschaftler ...

Hepatitis C: Alkoholkonsum hat keinen Einfluss auf Wirkung der Medikamente

19. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C: Alkoholkonsum hat keinen Einfluss auf Wirkung der Medikamente Atlanta/Georgia – Anders als bei der früheren Interferon-Therapie der Hepatitis C (HCV) erzielen alkoholabhängige Patienten mit den heute verwendeten direkt antiviral wirk...

Kanada. Smoking, Not Injecting, Now Linked to Two-Thirds of BC Overdose Deaths

16. Oktober 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. Smoking, Not Injecting, Now Linked to Two-Thirds of BC Overdose Deaths mid a mass exodus from injecting drugs to smoking them, the push for safe consumption sites (SCS) in North America has yet to fully mobilize around safe inhalation spac...

The association between temperature and alcohol- and substance-related disorder hospital visits in New York State.

16. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

The association between temperature and alcohol- and substance-related disorder hospital visits in New York State. Parks, R.M., Rowland, S.T., Do, V. et al. Commun Med 3, 118 (2023). doi.org/10.1038/s43856-023-00346-1 https://www.n...

Opioid Prescription in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review of Comparing Safety and Efficacy of Opioid Use in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients.

08. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Opioid Prescription in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review of Comparing Safety and Efficacy of Opioid Use in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients. Odoma VA, Pitliya A, AlEdani E, Bhangu J, Javed K, Manshahia PK, Nahar S, Kan...

Cocaine Induced Aneurysmal Dilation of Left Main Coronary Artery.

08. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine Induced Aneurysmal Dilation of Left Main Coronary Artery. Zhou L, Seecheran R, Challa A, Vasudeva R, Shaheen W. Kans J Med. 2023 Sep 25;16:244-245. doi: 10.17161/kjm.vol16.20048. PMID: 37791023; PMCID: PMC10544888. https://www....

Association Patterns of Antisocial Personality Disorder across Substance Use Disorders.

08. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Association Patterns of Antisocial Personality Disorder across Substance Use Disorders. Low A, Stiltner B, Nunez YZ, Adhikari K, Deak JD, Pietrzak RH, Kranzler HR, Gelernter J, Polimanti R. medRxiv [Preprint]. 2023 Sep 15:2023.09.15.23...

The Association Between Self-Reported Anxiety and Retention in Opioid Agonist Therapy: Findings From a Canadian Pragmatic Trial.

08. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

The Association Between Self-Reported Anxiety and Retention in Opioid Agonist Therapy: Findings From a Canadian Pragmatic Trial. Bahji A, Bastien G, Bach P, Choi J, Le Foll B, Lim R, Jutras-Aswad D, Socias ME. Can J Psychiatry. 2023 Se...

Public health impact and harm reduction implications of xylazine-involved overdoses: a narrative review.

06. Oktober 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Public health impact and harm reduction implications of xylazine-involved overdoses: a narrative review. Zhu DT. Harm Reduct J. 2023 Sep 12;20(1):131. doi: 10.1186/s12954-023-00867-x. PMID: 37700329; PMCID: PMC10498612. https://www.ncb...

Bekämpfung von HIV in Europa hinkt UN-Zielen hinterher

06. Oktober 2023 | HIV

Bekämpfung von HIV in Europa hinkt UN-Zielen hinterher Solna – Bei der Bekämpfung des HI-Virus (HIV) drohen Europa und Zentralasien die Ziele der Vereinten Nationen für 2025 zu verfehlen. Wie das Europäische Zentrum für die Prävention und Kontroll...

Puffy hand syndrome with histopathological evidence of a cutaneous granulomatous reaction to starch in the setting of prior intravenous drug use.

04. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Puffy hand syndrome with histopathological evidence of a cutaneous granulomatous reaction to starch in the setting of prior intravenous drug use. Barrera TM, Venegas O, Jackson T, Sow Y, Wachuku CI, Elenitsas R, Taylor S, Mollanazar N.&...

Hippocampal and Cerebellar Involvement in Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome: A Unique Case Report.

04. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Hippocampal and Cerebellar Involvement in Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome: A Unique Case Report. McConnell E, Bai J. Cureus. 2023 Aug 28;15(8):e44248. doi: 10.7759/cureus.44248. PMID: 37772208; PMCID: PMC10524798. https://www.ncbi....

Case Report of Very-Low-Dose Fentanyl Causing Fentanyl-Induced Chest Wall Rigidity.

04. Oktober 2023 | Verschiedenes

Case Report of Very-Low-Dose Fentanyl Causing Fentanyl-Induced Chest Wall Rigidity. Zoorob R, Uptegrove L, Park BL. Cureus. 2023 Aug 20;15(8):e43788. doi: 10.7759/cureus.43788. PMID: 37731415; PMCID: PMC10508708. https://www.ncbi.nlm.n...

All-cause hospitalisation among people living with HIV according to gender, mode of HIV acquisition, ethnicity, and geographical origin in Europe and North America: findings from the ART-CC cohort collaboration

04. Oktober 2023 | HIV

All-cause hospitalisation among people living with HIV according to gender, mode of HIV acquisition, ethnicity, and geographical origin in Europe and North America: findings from the ART-CC cohort collaboration Rein, Sophia M et al. The Lancet Pub...

Alcohol Use and Sustained Virologic Response to Hepatitis C Virus Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Alcohol Use and Sustained Virologic Response to Hepatitis C Virus Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy. Cartwright EJ, Pierret C, Minassian C, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2023;6(9):e2335715. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.35715 ...

Cardioprotective effect of antiviral therapy among hepatitis C infected patients: A meta-analysis.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Cardioprotective effect of antiviral therapy among hepatitis C infected patients: A meta-analysis. Jaiswal V, Ang SP, Hanif M, Jha M, Kumar V, Siddiq A, Vachhani B, Halder A, Koifman M, Jeanty H, Soni S, Subhan Waleed M, Kumar T, Huang H, Ba...

Hepatitis C screening and linkage to care with a mobile clinic in Southern Denmark.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Connecting patients notified with hepatitis C to treatment (CONNECT Study): A randomized controlled trial of active case management by a health department to support primary care practitioners.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Connecting patients notified with hepatitis C to treatment (CONNECT Study): A randomized controlled trial of active case management by a health department to support primary care practitioners. Marukutira T, Barter R, Moore KP, Hellard ME, R...

A community-based strategy to eliminate hepatitis C among people who inject drugs in Vietnam.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

A community-based strategy to eliminate hepatitis C among people who inject drugs in Vietnam. Nagot N, Binh NT, Hong TT, Vinh VH, Quillet C, Vallo R, Huong DT, Hai Oanh KT, Thanh NTT, Rapoud D, Quynh BTN, Nguyen DQ, Feelemyer J, Michel L, Vi...

REACT study group. Sexual and drug use risk behaviour trajectories among people treated for recent HCV infection: the REACT study.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

REACT study group. Sexual and drug use risk behaviour trajectories among people treated for recent HCV infection: the REACT study. Carson JM, Barbieri S, Cunningham E, Mao E, van der Valk M, Rockstroh JK, Hellard M, Kim A, Bhagani S, Feld JJ...

CHIME - A tailored HCV microelimination project in Viennese people who inject drugs at drug centralized substitution centers.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

CHIME - A tailored HCV microelimination project in Viennese people who inject drugs at drug centralized substitution centers. Schwarz C, Schubert R, Schwarz M, Schütz A, Jenke A, Bauer D, Steinwender B, Gutic E, Reiberger T, Haltmayer H, Gsc...

Metabolic, renal, and hematological changes in chronic hepatitis C patients achieving rapid virologic response after 12 weeks of direct-acting antiviral treatment: A prospective cohort study.

04. Oktober 2023 | Hepatitiden

Metabolic, renal, and hematological changes in chronic hepatitis C patients achieving rapid virologic response after 12 weeks of direct-acting antiviral treatment: A prospective cohort study. Thi Thu PN, Hoang Van D, Ngo Thi Quynh M, Tran Th...

Charting the fourth wave: Geographic, temporal, race/ethnicity and demographic trends in polysubstance fentanyl overdose deaths in the United States, 2010–2021.

04. Oktober 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Changing dynamics of drug overdoses in the United Kingdom: An attempt to replicate the Jalal et al. findings of steady exponential growth.

24. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Changing dynamics of drug overdoses in the United Kingdom: An attempt to replicate the Jalal et al. findings of steady exponential growth. Aziani A, Caulkins JP. Int J Drug Policy. 2023 Aug 4;119:104146. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2023...

Implementierung eines Pretomanid-basierten Therapieregimes bei multiresistenter Tuberkulose

24. September 2023 | TBC

Implementierung eines Pretomanid-basierten Therapieregimes bei multiresistenter Tuberkulose The implementation of a pretomanid-based treatment regime for multiresistant tuberculosis: a case series. Joean O, Trauth J, Ahrenstorf G, Kuhns M, F...

Impact of HCV Testing and Treatment on HCV Transmission Among Men Who Have Sex With Men and Who Inject Drugs in San Francisco: A Modelling Analysis.

24. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Impact of HCV Testing and Treatment on HCV Transmission Among Men Who Have Sex With Men and Who Inject Drugs in San Francisco: A Modelling Analysis. Artenie A, Stone J, Facente SN, Fraser H, Hecht J, Rhodes P, McFarland W, Wilson E, Hickman ...

Fentanyl-Associated Overdose Deaths Outside the Hospital.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Fentanyl-Associated Overdose Deaths Outside the Hospital. Jeffery MM, Stevens M, D'Onofrio G, Melnick ER. N Engl J Med. 2023 Jul 6;389(1):87-88. doi: 10.1056/NEJMc2304991. Epub 2023 Jun 21. PMID: 37342960. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full...

Tools For Your Practice: Check Drug Interactions

13. September 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Tools For Your Practice: Check Drug Interactions Search from 9200+ Rx and OTC drugs, herbals, and supplements. Easily assess medication interactions and ensure patient safety. (Medscape, USA, abgefragt am 11.09.2023) https://reference.medscap...

Hydroxyzine-Induced Torsade De Pointes: A Case Report and a Literature Review.

13. September 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Hydroxyzine-Induced Torsade De Pointes: A Case Report and a Literature Review. Afzal MA, Khalid N, Abdullah M, Ul-Haiy A, Michael P. Cureus. 2023 Jul 9;15(7):e41588. doi: 10.7759/cureus.41588. PMID: 37559846; PMCID: PMC10407684. https:...

Non-fatal overdose risk associated with prescribing opioid agonists concurrently with other medication: Cohort study conducted using linked primary care, secondary care and mortality records.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Non-fatal overdose risk associated with prescribing opioid agonists concurrently with other medication: Cohort study conducted using linked primary care, secondary care and mortality records. Domzaridou, E, Carr, MJ, Millar, T, Webb...

Trends in Rates of Opioid Agonist Treatment and Opioid-Related Deaths for Youths in Ontario, Canada, 2013-2021.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Trends in Rates of Opioid Agonist Treatment and Opioid-Related Deaths for Youths in Ontario, Canada, 2013-2021. Rosic T, Kolla G, Leece P, Kitchen S, Gomes T. JAMA Netw Open. 2023 Jul 3;6(7):e2321947. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023....

Methadone Maintenance and QT-Interval: Prevalence and Risk Factors-Is It Effective to Switch Therapy to Levomethadone?

13. September 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Methadone Maintenance and QT-Interval: Prevalence and Risk Factors-Is It Effective to Switch Therapy to Levomethadone? Santin L, Verlato G, Tfaily A, Manera R, Zinfollino G, Fusina F, Lugoboni F. Biomedicines. 2023 Jul 26;11(8):2109. d...

A Rare Presentation of Levetiracetam-Induced Torsades De Pointes.

13. September 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

A Rare Presentation of Levetiracetam-Induced Torsades De Pointes. Mann H, Kusayev J, Pandey S, Aryal B, Solaimanzadeh I. Cureus. 2023 Jun 23;15(6):e40866. doi: 10.7759/cureus.40866. PMID: 37492848; PMCID: PMC10365144. https://www.ncbi....

Vitamin B12-Mangel: Freizeitdroge Lachgas kann zu bleibenden neurologischen Schäden führen

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Vitamin B12-Mangel: Freizeitdroge Lachgas kann zu bleibenden neurologischen Schäden führen Toronto – Die zunehmende Beliebtheit von Distickstoffmonoxid (Lachgas) als Partydroge hat das Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ 2023; DOI: 10.1503/...

Diagnosis and management of toxicity associated with the recreational use of nitrous oxide

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Diagnosis and management of toxicity associated with the recreational use of nitrous oxide Cyrille De Halleux, David N. Juurlink CMAJ Aug 2023, 195 (32) E1075-E1081; DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.230196 https://www.cmaj.ca/content/195/32/E1075

Abnormal cerebral metabolism and metabolic connectivity in individuals with heroin dependence: an integrated resting-state PET/fMRI study in large-scale networks.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Abnormal cerebral metabolism and metabolic connectivity in individuals with heroin dependence: an integrated resting-state PET/fMRI study in large-scale networks. Jin L, Yuan M, Chen J, Zhang W, Wang L, Wei Y, Li Y, Guo Z, Wang W, Wei L, Li Q.&nbs...

A Challenging Case of Managing Septic Arthritis of the Sternoclavicular Joint in a Patient With a History of Intravenous Opioid Use Disorder: A Case Report and Literature Review.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

A Challenging Case of Managing Septic Arthritis of the Sternoclavicular Joint in a Patient With a History of Intravenous Opioid Use Disorder: A Case Report and Literature Review. Khalid N, Afzal MA, Haider SU, Michael P, Abdullah M. Cu...

A multicomponent holistic care pathway for people who use drugs in Tayside, Scotland.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

A multicomponent holistic care pathway for people who use drugs in Tayside, Scotland. Byrne CJ, Radley A, Fletcher E, Thain D, Stephens BP, Dillon JF. Int J Drug Policy. 2023 Aug 11;120:104159. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2023.104159. Epub a...

Inhalational Heroin Use and Leukoencephalopathy: A Case Report.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Inhalational Heroin Use and Leukoencephalopathy: A Case Report. Knopp BW, Weiss HZ, Retrouvey M, Luck G. Cureus. 2023 Jul 23;15(7):e42323. doi: 10.7759/cureus.42323. PMID: 37614254; PMCID: PMC10443436. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/...

Prevalence of and Factors Influencing Suicide Ideation, Attempt, and Completion in Heroin Users: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of and Factors Influencing Suicide Ideation, Attempt, and Completion in Heroin Users: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Khanjani MS, Younesi SJ, Abdi K, Mardani-Hamooleh M, Sohrabnejad S. Addict Health. 2023 Apr;15(2):1...

Depression and Suicidal Ideation among Patients Receiving Opioid Maintenance Treatments Considering Cognitive Flexibility.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Depression and Suicidal Ideation among Patients Receiving Opioid Maintenance Treatments Considering Cognitive Flexibility. Rajabpour M, Mirmohammadkhani M, Paknazar F. Iran J Psychiatry. 2023 Jul;18(3):285-293. doi: 10.18502/ijps.v18i3...

Adrenal Crisis Masked as Septic Shock in a Patient With Opioid Use Disorder on Buprenorphine.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Adrenal Crisis Masked as Septic Shock in a Patient With Opioid Use Disorder on Buprenorphine. Ebersole AM, McKnight L, Vijayaraman A, Guarneri A, Bonny AE. Cureus. 2023 Jul 12;15(7):e41794. doi: 10.7759/cureus.41794. PMID: 37575858; PM...

Reduced anterior insular cortex volume in male heroin addicts: a postmortem study.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Reduced anterior insular cortex volume in male heroin addicts: a postmortem study. Müller UJ, Schmalenbach LJ, Dobrowolny H, Guest PC, Schlaaff K, Mawrin C, Truebner K, Bogerts B, Gos T, Bernstein HG, Steiner J. Eur Arch Psychiatry Cli...

Suicidal behaviour and its risk factors in patients with opioid use disorder

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Suicidal behaviour and its risk factors in patients with opioid use disorder Authors: Güzelce İ.B., Gultekin B.K., and Kılıç M.K. Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical Problems, Published Ahead of Print, August 8, 2023 https://www.heroinaddictionr...

Association between substance-induced psychosis and suicide attempt: A Danish nation-wide register-based study.

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Association between substance-induced psychosis and suicide attempt: A Danish nation-wide register-based study. Munch, SD, Madsen, T, Nordentoft, M, Erlangsen, A, Hjorthøj, C. Addiction. 2023doi.org/10.1111/add.16311...

Xylazine-Associated Skin Injury

13. September 2023 | Verschiedenes

Xylazine-Associated Skin Injury O'Neil J, Kovach S. Xylazine-Associated Skin Injury. N Engl J Med. 2023 Jun 15;388(24):2274. doi: 10.1056/NEJMicm2303601. PMID: 37314708. https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMicm2303601

Reinfection incidence and risk among people treated for recent hepatitis C virus infection: the react study.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Reinfection incidence and risk among people treated for recent hepatitis C virus infection: the react study. Martinello, Marianne; Carson, Joanne M.; Van Der Valk, Marc; Rockstroh, Jürgen K.; Ingiliz, Patrick; Hellard, Margaret; Nelson, Mark...

Global burden of liver disease: 2023 update

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Global burden of liver disease: 2023 update Devarbhavi, Harshad et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 79, Issue 2, 516 - 537 https://www.journal-of-hepatology.eu/article/S0168-8278(23)00194-0/fulltext

Cost-effectiveness of integrated treatment for hepatitis C virus (HCV) among people who inject drugs in Norway: An economic evaluation of the INTRO-HCV trial.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Cost-effectiveness of integrated treatment for hepatitis C virus (HCV) among people who inject drugs in Norway: An economic evaluation of the INTRO-HCV trial. Lim, AG, Aas, CF, Çağlar, ES, Vold, JH, Fadnes, LT, Vicke...

Non-disclosure of drug injection practices as a barrier to HCV testing: results from the PrebupIV community-based research study.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Non-disclosure of drug injection practices as a barrier to HCV testing: results from the PrebupIV community-based research study. Ilhame A, Cécile D, Camelia P, David M, Joris H, Adélaïde P, Danièle B, Patrizia C, Perrine R. Harm Reduc...

"Treated like a Human Being": perspectives of people who inject drugs attending low-threshold HCV treatment at a syringe service program in New York City.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

"Treated like a Human Being": perspectives of people who inject drugs attending low-threshold HCV treatment at a syringe service program in New York City. Kapadia SN, Aponte-Melendez Y, Rodriguez A, Pai M, Eckhardt BJ, Marks KM, Fong C, Mate...

Providing Hepatitis C Treatment Locally for Substance-Using Patients.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Providing Hepatitis C Treatment Locally for Substance-Using Patients. Clapp SB, Johnson CB. J Prim Care Community Health. 2023 Jan-Dec;14:21501319231186355. doi: 10.1177/21501319231186355. PMID: 37424381; PMCID: PMC10336754. https://ww...

Hepatitis C antibody test frequencies and positive rates in Switzerland from 2007 to 2017: a retrospective longitudinal study.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C antibody test frequencies and positive rates in Switzerland from 2007 to 2017: a retrospective longitudinal study. Agosti-Gonzalez R, Falcato L, Grischott T, Senn O, Bruggmann P. Swiss Med Wkly. 2023 Jun 5;153:40085. doi: 1...

The eliminate hepatitis C (EC) experience study: baseline characteristics of a cohort of people who inject drugs in Melbourne, Australia.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

The eliminate hepatitis C (EC) experience study: baseline characteristics of a cohort of people who inject drugs in Melbourne, Australia. Gunn J, O'Keefe D, Draper BL, Djordjevic F, Ryan K, Kerr P, Elsum I, Gold J, Layton C, Chan K, Dietze P...

Hepatitis C: Auch nach der Ausheilung bleibt das Sterberisiko deutlich erhöht

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C: Auch nach der Ausheilung bleibt das Sterberisiko deutlich erhöht Glasgow – Mit den neuen direkten antiviralen Medikamenten (DAA) kann eine Hepatitis C fast immer geheilt werden. Dies bedeutet allerdings nicht, dass das Sterberisiko de...

Deutlicher Anstieg von Hepatitis B und Hepatitis C

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Deutlicher Anstieg von Hepatitis B und Hepatitis C Berlin – Im Jahr 2022 sind dem Robert-Koch-Institut 16.144 HBV- und 7.919 HCV-Fälle gemeldet worden. Dies ist ein deutlicher Anstieg gegenüber den Jahren 2019 bis 2021, in denen im Mittel pro Jahr...

Hepatitis B and C in Europe: an update from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis B and C in Europe: an update from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 Cortesi, Paolo Angelo et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 8, Issue 9, e701 - e716 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(23)0014...

A ‘one-stop-shop’ point-of-care hepatitis C RNA testing intervention to enhance treatment uptake in a reception prison: The PIVOT study

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

A ‘one-stop-shop’ point-of-care hepatitis C RNA testing intervention to enhance treatment uptake in a reception prison: The PIVOT study Sheehan, Yumi et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 79, Issue 3, 635 - 644 https://www.journal-of-hepatolo...

RKI. Epidemiologisches Bulletin: Welt-Hepatitis-Tag: Hepatitis B und Hepatitis C in Deutschland 2022 - Anstieg der übermittelten Hepatitis-B- und Hepatitis-C-Fälle in Deutschland im Jahr 2022.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

RKI. Epidemiologisches Bulletin: Welt-Hepatitis-Tag: Hepatitis B und Hepatitis C in Deutschland 2022 - Anstieg der übermittelten Hepatitis-B- und Hepatitis-C-Fälle in Deutschland im Jahr 2022. Im Jahr 2022 konnte für Deutschland ein stetiger ...

Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma After Spontaneous Clearance of Hepatitis C Virus and in Noncirrhosis Chronic Hepatitis C Patients With Sustained Virological Response: A Systematic Review.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma After Spontaneous Clearance of Hepatitis C Virus and in Noncirrhosis Chronic Hepatitis C Patients With Sustained Virological Response: A Systematic Review. Hsu CC, Gopalakrishna H, Mironova M, Lee MH, Chen CJ...

Analysis of Patients' Characteristics and Treatment Profile of People Who Use Drugs (PWUDs) with and without a Co-Diagnosis of Viral Hepatitis C: A Real-World Retrospective Italian Analysis.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Analysis of Patients' Characteristics and Treatment Profile of People Who Use Drugs (PWUDs) with and without a Co-Diagnosis of Viral Hepatitis C: A Real-World Retrospective Italian Analysis. Nava FA, Mangia A, Riglietta M, Somaini L, Foschi ...

Engaging people who use drugs in clinical research: integrating facilitated telemedicine for HCV into substance use treatment.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Engaging people who use drugs in clinical research: integrating facilitated telemedicine for HCV into substance use treatment. Talal AH, George SJ, Talal LA, Dharia A, Ventuneac A, Baciewicz G, Perumalswami PV, Dickerson SS.&n...

Training the healthcare workforce: the global experience with telementorship for hepatitis B and hepatitis C.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Training the healthcare workforce: the global experience with telementorship for hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Corcorran MA, Thornton K, Struminger B, Easterbrook P, Scott JD. BMC Health Serv Res. 2023 Aug 2;23(1):824. doi: 10.1186/s129...

Mortality rates among patients successfully treated for hepatitis C in the era of interferon-free antivirals: population based cohort study.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Mortality rates among patients successfully treated for hepatitis C in the era of interferon-free antivirals: population based cohort study. Hamill V, Wong S, Benselin J, Krajden M, Hayes PC, Mutimer D, Yu A, Dillon JF, Gelson W, Velásquez G...

The eliminate hepatitis C (EC) experience study: baseline characteristics of a cohort of people who inject drugs in Melbourne, Australia.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

RKI: Zahl der HIV-Neudiagnosen leicht gestiegen

13. September 2023 | HIV

RKI: Zahl der HIV-Neudiagnosen leicht gestiegen Berlin – Die Zahl der HIV-Neudiagnosen in Deutschland ist 2022 im Vergleich zum Vorjahr leicht gestiegen. Rund 2.500 Ansteckungen wurde vergangenes Jahr gemeldet, wie das Robert-Koch-Institut (RKI) d...

Characterizing opioid agonist therapy uptake and factors associated with treatment retention among people with HIV in British Columbia, Canada.

13. September 2023 | HIV

Characterizing opioid agonist therapy uptake and factors associated with treatment retention among people with HIV in British Columbia, Canada. Yazdani K, Dolguikh K, Ye M, Trigg J, Joe R, Emerson SD, Montaner JSG, Barrios R, Salters K. ...

Prevalence, characteristics and challenges of late HIV diagnosis in Germany: an expert narrative review.

13. September 2023 | HIV

Prevalence, characteristics and challenges of late HIV diagnosis in Germany: an expert narrative review. Boesecke C, Schellberg S, Schneider J, Schuettfort G, Stocker H. Infection. 2023 Jul 20. doi: 10.1007/s15010-023-02064-1. Epub ahe...

Aktuelle Zi-Studie zur regionalen Verteilung von ambulant versorgten HIV-Patient:innen im Jahr 2021 veröffentlicht - Versorgungsatlas

13. September 2023 | HIV

Aktuelle Zi-Studie zur regionalen Verteilung von ambulant versorgten HIV-Patient:innen im Jahr 2021 veröffentlicht - Versorgungsatlas 2021 fast 73.000 gesetzlich Versicherte wegen HIV in vertragsärztlicher Behandlung // Starkes Stadt-Land-Ge...

Taskforce bestätigt Empfehlung zur HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe

13. September 2023 | HIV

Taskforce bestätigt Empfehlung zur HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe Washington – Die U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), die das US-Gesundheitsministerium in Fragen der Krankheitsvorbeugung berät, hat ihre Empfehlung zur HIV-Präexpositionspr...

HIV-Infektion: Lebenserwartung nähert sich der normalen an, aber nur bei hohen CD4-Zellzahlen

13. September 2023 | HIV

HIV-Infektion: Lebenserwartung nähert sich der normalen an, aber nur bei hohen CD4-Zellzahlen Dtsch Arztebl 2023; 120(33-34): A-1378 / B-1188 Siegmund-Schultze, Nicola https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/233483

Improving HIV and HCV Testing in Substance Use Disorder Programs (SUDs) That Provide Medications for Opiate Use Disorder (MOUD): Role of Addressing Barriers and Implementing Universal and Site-Specific Approaches.

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Improving HIV and HCV Testing in Substance Use Disorder Programs (SUDs) That Provide Medications for Opiate Use Disorder (MOUD): Role of Addressing Barriers and Implementing Universal and Site-Specific Approaches. Brooks R, Wegener M, Freema...

Improving HIV and HCV Testing in Substance Use Disorder Programs (SUDs) That Provide Medications for Opiate Use Disorder (MOUD): Role of Addressing Barriers and Implementing Universal and Site-Specific Approaches.

13. September 2023 | HIV

RKI. Surveillance der Versorgung mit der HIV-PrEP in Deutschland

13. September 2023 | HIV

RKI. Surveillance der Versorgung mit der HIV-PrEP in Deutschland Im Rahmen des vom Bundesministerium für Gesundheit geförderten Projekts "Surveillance der Versorgung mit der HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe innerhalb der GKV in Deutschland" (PrEP-Surv...

The risk of sexual transmission of HIV in individuals with low-level HIV viraemia: a systematic review

13. September 2023 | HIV

The risk of sexual transmission of HIV in individuals with low-level HIV viraemia: a systematic review Broyles, Laura N et al. The Lancet, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(23)00877-2/fulltext

Prevalence of injecting drug use and HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C in people who inject drugs in the Eastern Mediterranean region: a systematic review and meta-analysis

13. September 2023 | Hepatitiden

Prevalence of injecting drug use and HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C in people who inject drugs in the Eastern Mediterranean region: a systematic review and meta-analysis Aghaei, Ardavan Mohammad et al. The Lancet Global Health, Volume 11, Issue...

Prevalence of injecting drug use and HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C in people who inject drugs in the Eastern Mediterranean region: a systematic review and meta-analysis

13. September 2023 | HIV

Multimedikation und Tuberkulose: Infos in mehreren Sprachen

13. September 2023 | TBC

Multimedikation und Tuberkulose: Infos in mehreren Sprachen Berlin – Das Ärztliche Zentrum für Qualität in der Medizin (ÄZQ) hat seine fremdsprachigen Gesundheitsinformationen zu den Themen Multimedikation und Tuberkulose (Tbc) überarbeitet. (aerz...

EMCDDA. European Drug Emergencies Network (Euro-DEN Plus): data and analysis

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

EMCDDA. European Drug Emergencies Network (Euro-DEN Plus): data and analysis On this page you can explore data from hospitals participating in the European Drug Emergencies Network (Euro-DEN — Euro-DEN Plus) project. This project involv...

The first drug-related death associated with xylazine use in the UK and Europe.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The first drug-related death associated with xylazine use in the UK and Europe. Rock KL, Lawson AJ, Duffy J, Mellor A, Treble R, Copeland CS. J Forensic Leg Med. 2023 Jul;97:102542. doi: 10.1016/j.jflm.2023.102542. Epub 2023 May 22. PM...

Trends in Fatal Poisoning Among Drug Users in France From 2011 to 2021: An Analysis of the DRAMES Register.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Trends in Fatal Poisoning Among Drug Users in France From 2011 to 2021: An Analysis of the DRAMES Register. Revol B, Willeman T, Manceau M, Dumestre-Toulet V, Gaulier JM, Fouilhé Sam-Laï N, Eysseric-Guérin H; Compagnie Nationale des Biologis...

WHO. Opioid overdose - Key facts

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

WHO. Opioid overdose - Key facts The term “opioids” includes compounds that are extracted from the poppy plant (Papaver somniferum) as well as semisynthetic and synthetic compounds with similar properties that can interact with opioid re...

EMCDDA. Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

EMCDDA. Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses Introduction This miniguide is one of a larger set, which together comprise Health and social responses to drug problems: a European guide. It provides an overview of the most import...

Associations between opioid overdose deaths and drugs confiscated by law enforcement and submitted to crime laboratories for analysis, United States, 2014-2019: an observational study.

13. September 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Associations between opioid overdose deaths and drugs confiscated by law enforcement and submitted to crime laboratories for analysis, United States, 2014-2019: an observational study. Zibbell JE, Aldridge A, Grabenauer M, Heller D, Clarke S...

USA: Männer sterben mehr als doppelt so häufig an Überdosis als Frauen

30. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA: Männer sterben mehr als doppelt so häufig an Überdosis als Frauen New York – Männer offenbar ein sehr viel höheres Risiko, an einer Überdosis Drogen zu sterben, als Frauen. Dies gilt insbesondere für den Missbrauch von Opioiden und Aufputsch...

Overdose mortality rates for opioids and stimulant drugs are substantially higher in men than in women: state-level analysis.

30. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Overdose mortality rates for opioids and stimulant drugs are substantially higher in men than in women: state-level analysis. Butelman, E.R., Huang, Y., Epstein, D.H. et al. Neuropsychopharmacol. (2023). doi.org/10.1038/s41386-02...

Fentanyl-Associated Overdose Deaths Outside the Hospital.

28. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Fentanyl-Associated Overdose Deaths Outside the Hospital. Jeffery MM, Stevens M, D'Onofrio G, Melnick ER. N Engl J Med. 2023 Jun 21. doi: 10.1056/NEJMc2304991. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 37342960. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.10...

Wie hilft man bei einer Überdosierung mit Opioiden?

28. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Wie hilft man bei einer Überdosierung mit Opioiden? Langsame Atmung, Bewusstlosigkeit und stecknadelkopfgroße Pupillen sind klassische Anzeichen einer Überdosis mit Heroin oder Fentanyl. Warum man dann sofort die 112 alarmieren muss, kurz erklärt...

Europa. Drug-induced deaths – the current situation in Europe (European Drug Report 2023)

17. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Europa. Drug-induced deaths – the current situation in Europe (European Drug Report 2023) Drug-induced deaths are those that are directly attributable to the use of drugs. On this page, you can find the latest analysis of drug-induced ...

Mortality among individuals prescribed opioid-agonist therapy in Scotland, UK, 2011–20: a national retrospective cohort study

08. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Mortality among individuals prescribed opioid-agonist therapy in Scotland, UK, 2011–20: a national retrospective cohort study McAuley, Andrew et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/art...

Gender-specific differences in comorbidities, in-hospital complications and outcomes in emergency patients with ethanol intoxication with and without multisubstance use.

06. Juni 2023 | Verschiedenes

Gender-specific differences in comorbidities, in-hospital complications and outcomes in emergency patients with ethanol intoxication with and without multisubstance use. Schwegler E, Bachmann M, Kube F, Eriksson U. Swiss Med Wkly. 20...

Hidden in plain sight: how to look behind the veil of cocaine-induced vasculitis.

06. Juni 2023 | Verschiedenes

Hidden in plain sight: how to look behind the veil of cocaine-induced vasculitis. van Leuven SI. Rheumatol Adv Pract. 2023 May 5;7(2):rkad047. doi: 10.1093/rap/rkad047. PMID: 37207269; PMCID: PMC10191674. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.go...

Cocaine Destroys Gray Matter Brain Cells and Accelerates Brain Aging.

06. Juni 2023 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine Destroys Gray Matter Brain Cells and Accelerates Brain Aging. Beheshti I. Biology (Basel). 2023 May 21;12(5):752. doi: 10.3390/biology12050752. PMID: 37237564; PMCID: PMC10215125. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PM...

Challenges of Treating ADHD with Comorbid Substance Use Disorder: Considerations for the Clinician.

06. Juni 2023 | Verschiedenes

Challenges of Treating ADHD with Comorbid Substance Use Disorder: Considerations for the Clinician. Barbuti M, Maiello M, Spera V, Pallucchini A, Brancati GE, Maremmani AGI, Perugi G, Maremmani I. J Clin Med. 2023 Apr 24;12(9):3096. ...

Drug prescriptions preceding opioid-related deaths–a register study in forensic autopsy patients.

06. Juni 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug prescriptions preceding opioid-related deaths–a register study in forensic autopsy patients. Walde J, Andersson L, Johnson B, Håkansson A (2023) PLoS ONE 18(5): e0285583. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0285583 https://journals.pl...

Vaccines against Tuberculosis: Where Are We Now?

06. Juni 2023 | TBC

Vaccines against Tuberculosis: Where Are We Now? Srivastava S, Dey S, Mukhopadhyay S. Vaccines (Basel). 2023 May 22;11(5):1013. doi: 10.3390/vaccines11051013. PMID: 37243117; PMCID: PMC10223910. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

Individualized QT interval (QTi) is a powerful diagnostic tool in long QT syndrome: results from a large validation study.

06. Juni 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Individualized QT interval (QTi) is a powerful diagnostic tool in long QT syndrome: results from a large validation study. Robyns T, Nuyens D, Vandenberk B, Haemers P, Breckpot J, Garweg C, Ector J, Willems R. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2023 Ma...

Opioid Agents and Cardiac Arrhythmia: A Literature Review.

06. Juni 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Opioid Agents and Cardiac Arrhythmia: A Literature Review. Golibkhon A, Akbar Gafur Ugli B, Makhamadjonov Farkhod Ugli M. Cureus. 2023 Apr 23;15(4):e38007. doi: 10.7759/cureus.38007. PMID: 37228540; PMCID: PMC10207988. https://www.n...

Hepatitis C Infection and Treatment among Injecting Drug Users Attending General Practice: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

06. Juni 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Infection and Treatment among Injecting Drug Users Attending General Practice: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Tandan M, Dunlea S, Bury G. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023 Apr 18;20(8):5569. doi: 10.3390/ijerp...

Time-to-hepatitis C treatment initiation among people who inject drugs in Melbourne, Australia.

06. Juni 2023 | Hepatitiden

Time-to-hepatitis C treatment initiation among people who inject drugs in Melbourne, Australia. Aung PTZ, Spelman T, Wilkinson AL, Dietze PM, Stoové MA, Hellard ME. Epidemiol Infect. 2023 May 9;151:e84. doi: 10.1017/S0950268823000675...

Barriers and enablers to testing for hepatitis C virus infection in people who inject drugs - a scoping review of the qualitative evidence.

06. Juni 2023 | Hepatitiden

Barriers and enablers to testing for hepatitis C virus infection in people who inject drugs - a scoping review of the qualitative evidence. Balsom CR, Farrell A, Kelly DV. BMC Public Health. 2023 Jun 1;23(1):1038. doi: 10.1186/s12889...

Hepatitis C treatment uptake among people who inject drugs in Oslo, Norway: A registry-based study.

06. Juni 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C treatment uptake among people who inject drugs in Oslo, Norway: A registry-based study. Malme KB, Ulstein K, Finbråten AK, Wüsthoff LEC, Kielland KB, Hauge J, Dalgard O, Midgard H. Int J Drug Policy. 2023 Jun;116:104044. ...

Still Reaching: The Syndemics that Complicate and Characterize How Drugs and HIV Intersect in People’s Lives

06. Juni 2023 | HIV

Still Reaching: The Syndemics that Complicate and Characterize How Drugs and HIV Intersect in People’s Lives Nearly 42 years ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a rare pneumonia in five gay men, marking the recogniz...

DAH. Heptatitis C: Behandlung in Haft

29. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

DAH. Heptatitis C: Behandlung in Haft Informationen für Menschen in Haft zu Übertragung, Verlauf und Diagnose der Hepatitis C. Schwerpunkt bilden Erläuterungen zur Behandlung sowie Hinweise, was im Fall einer Ablehnung der Behandlung zu tun ist; ...

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24. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Osteoporose, Obstipation und andere Nebenwirkungen in der (Langzeit-)OAT: Klinik und Therapie Philip Bruggmann, Co-Chefarzt Innere Medizin, Arud Zentrum für Suchtmedizin, Zürich, Schweiz 25. Substitutions-Forum, 6.Mai 2023, Mondsee Präsentation...

Abschlussbericht: Evaluation der Einführung der HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe als Leistung der Gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (EvE-PrEP)

24. Mai 2023 | HIV

Abschlussbericht: Evaluation der Einführung der HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe als Leistung der Gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (EvE-PrEP) Robert-Koch-Institut, Berlin, 22. Juni 2022 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/H/HIVAIDS/Abschl...

Österreich. Opioidagonistentherapie und drogenbezogene Todesfälle

24. Mai 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

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Social and structural determinants of injection drug use-associated bacterial and fungal infections: a qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis.

14. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Social and structural determinants of injection drug use-associated bacterial and fungal infections: a qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis. Brothers, TD, Bonn, M, Lewer, D, et al. Addiction. 2023: ...

Transgenerational Cycle of Traumatization and HIV Risk Exposure among Crack Users.

08. Mai 2023 | HIV

Transgenerational Cycle of Traumatization and HIV Risk Exposure among Crack Users. Narvaez JCM, Roglio VS, Di Tommaso B, Pechansky F. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023 Mar 28;20(7):5285. doi: 10.3390/ijerph20075285. PMID: 3704790...

Determinants of severe QTc prolongation in a real-world gerontopsychiatric setting.

08. Mai 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Determinants of severe QTc prolongation in a real-world gerontopsychiatric setting. Schulze Westhoff M, Schröder S, Heck J, Pfister T, Jahn K, Krause O, Wedegärtner F, Bleich S, Kahl KG, Krüger THC, Groh A. Front Psychiatry. 202...

Trazodone Overdose Manifesting as Hypotension and QT Prolongation.

08. Mai 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Trazodone Overdose Manifesting as Hypotension and QT Prolongation. Mohan G, Ajitkumar A, Bhide P, Ravilla J, Kramer V. Cureus. 2023 Mar 29;15(3):e36871. doi: 10.7759/cureus.36871. PMID: 37123743; PMCID: PMC10147490. https://www.ncbi...

Opioid-related deaths during hospital admissions or shortly after discharge in the United Kingdom: A thematic framework analysis of coroner reports.

08. Mai 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Opioid-related deaths during hospital admissions or shortly after discharge in the United Kingdom: A thematic framework analysis of coroner reports. Lewer D, Brothers TD, Harris M, Rock KL, Copeland CS. PLoS One. 2023 Apr 19;18(4):e0...

Enumerating contributions of fentanyls and other factors to the unprecedented 2020 rise in opioid overdose deaths: model-based analysis.

08. Mai 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Enumerating contributions of fentanyls and other factors to the unprecedented 2020 rise in opioid overdose deaths: model-based analysis. Stringfellow EJ, Lim TY, DiGennaro C, Hasgul Z, Jalali MS. PNAS Nexus. 2023 Mar 3;2(4):pgad064. ...

Baseline characteristics of people experiencing homelessness with a recent drug overdose in the PHOENIx pilot randomised controlled trial.

08. Mai 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Baseline characteristics of people experiencing homelessness with a recent drug overdose in the PHOENIx pilot randomised controlled trial. Lowrie R, McPherson A, Mair FS, Stock K, Jones C, Maguire D, Paudyal V, Duncan C, Blair B, Lombard C,...

A ‘one-stop-shop’ point-of-care hepatitis C RNA testing intervention to enhance treatment uptake in a reception prison: the PIVOT study

08. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

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Chronische Hepatitis C: Therapie mit direkt antiviral wirkenden Substanzen verbessert Langzeitüberleben

08. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

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Can Breaking Heroin Addiction Lead to a Broken Heart? A Case of Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy in a Patient With Heroin Withdrawal.

08. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Can Breaking Heroin Addiction Lead to a Broken Heart? A Case of Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy in a Patient With Heroin Withdrawal. Launer H, Nelson D, Dietzen A, Singla A. Tex Heart Inst J. 2023 Mar 1;50(2):e217604. doi: 10.14503/...

An fMRI analysis of verbal and non-verbal working memory in people with a past history of opioid dependence.

08. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

An fMRI analysis of verbal and non-verbal working memory in people with a past history of opioid dependence. Berenbaum JG, Nadkarni PA, Marvel CL. Front Neurosci. 2023 Apr 5;17:1053500. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2023.1053500. PMID: 37090800...

Heroin-induced osteoporosis presented with bilateral femoral neck insufficiency fractures in a male adult: a case report.

08. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Heroin-induced osteoporosis presented with bilateral femoral neck insufficiency fractures in a male adult: a case report. Shih YJ, Chang WN, Yang SW. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2023 Apr 14;24(1):296. doi: 10.1186/s12891-023-06377-y. P...

Patients with drug-abuse poisoning with and without HIV infection: differential characteristics.

08. Mai 2023 | HIV

Patients with drug-abuse poisoning with and without HIV infection: differential characteristics. Losada A, Supervía A, Vallecillo G, Petrus C, Aranda D, Chen J, Saubi N, Pallàs O, Perelló R. Emergencias. 2023 Apr;35(2):103-108. Spani...

Public health concerns about Tuberculosis caused by Russia/Ukraine conflict.

08. Mai 2023 | TBC

Public health concerns about Tuberculosis caused by Russia/Ukraine conflict. Paul IK, Nchasi G, Bulimbe DB, Mollel MK, Msafiri GG, Mbogo A, Mswanzari MB, Joseph M, Mahmoud A, Volkova A. Health Sci Rep. 2023 Apr 17;6(4):e1218. doi: 10...

Novel Circovirus in Blood from Intravenous Drug Users, Yunnan, China.

05. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Novel Circovirus in Blood from Intravenous Drug Users, Yunnan, China. Li Y, Zhang P, Ye M, Tian RR, Li N, Cao L, Ma Y, Liu FL, Zheng YT, Zhang C. Emerg Infect Dis. 2023 May;29(5):1015-1019. doi: 10.3201/eid2905.221617. PMID: 37081583...

Observational Study Examining Kidney Transplantation Outcomes Following Donation From Individuals That Died of Drug Toxicity in British Columbia, Canada.

05. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Observational Study Examining Kidney Transplantation Outcomes Following Donation From Individuals That Died of Drug Toxicity in British Columbia, Canada. Xie MW, Kennan SP, Slaunwhite A, Rose C. Can J Kidney Health Dis. 2023 Apr 4;10...

Epidemiology and Management of invasive infections among people who Use drugs (EMU): protocol for a prospective, multicentre cohort study.

05. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Epidemiology and Management of invasive infections among people who Use drugs (EMU): protocol for a prospective, multicentre cohort study. Attwood LO, Bryant M, Lee SJ, Vujovic O, Higgs P, Doyle JS, Stewardson AJ; EMU Study Group. BM...

Opium as a risk factor for early-onset coronary artery disease: Results from the Milano-Iran (MIran) study.

05. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

Opium as a risk factor for early-onset coronary artery disease: Results from the Milano-Iran (MIran) study. Maino A, Sadeghian S, Mancini I, Abbasi SH, Poorhosseini H, Boroumand MA, et al. (2023) PLoS ONE 18(4): e0283707. doi.or...

A contemporary case series of Pseudomonas aeruginosa infective endocarditis.

05. Mai 2023 | Verschiedenes

A contemporary case series of Pseudomonas aeruginosa infective endocarditis. Walczak A, McCarthy K, Paterson DL. Medicine (Baltimore). 2023 Mar 31;102(13):e32662. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000032662. PMID: 37000062; PMCID: PMC10063303. ...

Hepatitis C Treatment in Persons Who Inject Drugs in a Medication Assisted Treatment Program: A Retrospective Review of an Integrated Model.

05. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Treatment in Persons Who Inject Drugs in a Medication Assisted Treatment Program: A Retrospective Review of an Integrated Model. Bobb R, Malayala SV, Ajayi E, Wimbush A, Bobb A. J Prim Care Community Health. 2023 Jan-Dec;...

Hepatocellular carcinoma in patients cured of chronic hepatitis C: Minimal steatosis.

05. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

Hepatocellular carcinoma in patients cured of chronic hepatitis C: Minimal steatosis. Rocha C, Doyle EH, Bowman CA, Fiel MI, Stueck AE, Goossens N, Bichoupan K, Crismale JF, Makkar J, Lewis S, Perumalswami PV, Schiano TD, Hoshida Y, Schwart...

The efficacy of integrated hepatitis C virus treatment in relieving fatigue in people who inject drugs: a randomized controlled trial.

05. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

The efficacy of integrated hepatitis C virus treatment in relieving fatigue in people who inject drugs: a randomized controlled trial. Vold JH, Chalabianloo F, Løberg EM, Aas CF, Lim AG, Vickerman P, Johansson KA, Fadnes LT. Subst Ab...

Predictors of Significant Liver Fibrosis in People with Chronic Hepatitis C Who Inject Drugs in the Czech Republic.

05. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

Predictors of Significant Liver Fibrosis in People with Chronic Hepatitis C Who Inject Drugs in the Czech Republic. Frankova S, Uzlova N, Merta D, Pitova V, Sperl J. Life (Basel). 2023 Apr 2;13(4):932. doi: 10.3390/life13040932. PMID...

Peer recovery coaching for comprehensive HIV, hepatitis C, and opioid use disorder management: The CHORUS pilot study.

05. Mai 2023 | Hepatitiden

Peer recovery coaching for comprehensive HIV, hepatitis C, and opioid use disorder management: The CHORUS pilot study. Martin AK, Perryman T, Bernstein JA, Taylor JL, Cruz R, Muroff J, Samet JH, Assoumou SA. Drug Alcohol Depend Rep. ...

Peer recovery coaching for comprehensive HIV, hepatitis C, and opioid use disorder management: The CHORUS pilot study.

05. Mai 2023 | HIV

Community overdose surveillance: Fentanyl involvement in overdose deaths in rural Michigan.

05. Mai 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Community overdose surveillance: Fentanyl involvement in overdose deaths in rural Michigan. Victor G, Hedden-Clayton BJ, Lister J, Lee G, Huynh P, Ray B. Drug Alcohol Depend Rep. 2023 Mar 29;7:100150. doi: 10.1016/j.dadr.2023.100150....

HIV and HCV among drug users and people living in prisons in Germany 2022: WHO elimination targets as reflected in practice.

25. April 2023 | HIV

HIV and HCV among drug users and people living in prisons in Germany 2022: WHO elimination targets as reflected in practice. Stöver, H., Dichtl, A., Schäffer, D. et al. Harm Reduct J 20, 50 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-...

HIV and HCV among drug users and people living in prisons in Germany 2022: WHO elimination targets as reflected in practice.

25. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Population-Level Health Effects of Involuntary Displacement of People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness Who Inject Drugs in US Cities.

21. April 2023 | Verschiedenes

Population-Level Health Effects of Involuntary Displacement of People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness Who Inject Drugs in US Cities. Barocas JA, Nall SK, Axelrath S, Pladsen C, Boyer A, Kral AH, Meehan AA, Savinkina A, Peery D, Bien M...

Inpatients in substance use treatment with co-occurring psychiatric disorders: a prospective cohort study of characteristics and relapse predictors.

09. April 2023 | Verschiedenes

Inpatients in substance use treatment with co-occurring psychiatric disorders: a prospective cohort study of characteristics and relapse predictors. Andersson, H.W., Mosti, M.P. & Nordfjaern, T. BMC Psychiatry 23, 152 (2023)...

Kanada. 'It's not just fentanyl anymore': B.C. sets new record high for overdose calls as concerns grow over 'tranq' drug

09. April 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. 'It's not just fentanyl anymore': B.C. sets new record high for overdose calls as concerns grow over 'tranq' drug On March 22, first responders received an alarming number of overdose calls from the Downtown Eastside. "We saw 45 overdose...

Fentanyl-driven acceleration of racial, gender and geographical disparities in drug overdose deaths in the United States.

09. April 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Fentanyl-driven acceleration of racial, gender and geographical disparities in drug overdose deaths in the United States. D'Orsogna MR, Böttcher L, Chou T. PLOS Glob Public Health. 2023 Mar 22;3(3):e0000769. doi: 10.1371/journal.pgph...

Association of Household Opioid Availability With Opioid Overdose.

09. April 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Association of Household Opioid Availability With Opioid Overdose. Hendricks MA, El Ibrahimi S, Ritter GA, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2023;6(3):e233385. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.3385 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanet...

Tuberkulose: Rückgang in Europa stagniert

09. April 2023 | TBC

Tuberkulose: Rückgang in Europa stagniert Stockholm/Kopenhagen – Der Rückgang der Tuberkulosefallzahlen stagnierte im Jahr 2021 im Vergleich zum Jahr 2020 europaweit. Das geht aus einem heute anlässlich des Welt Tuberkulosetages veröffentlichten ...

Combining treatment for chronic hepatitis C with opioid agonist therapy is an effective microelimination strategy for people who inject drugs with high risk of non-adherence to direct-acting antiviral therapy.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Combining treatment for chronic hepatitis C with opioid agonist therapy is an effective microelimination strategy for people who inject drugs with high risk of non-adherence to direct-acting antiviral therapy. Schwarz M, Schwarz C, Schütz A...

Monitoring progress towards elimination of hepatitis B and C in the EU/EEA.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Monitoring progress towards elimination of hepatitis B and C in the EU/EEA. Sharrock KC, Noori T, Axelsson M, Buti M, Diaz A, Fursa O, Hendrickx G, James C, Klavs I, Korenjak M, Maticic M, Mozalevskis A, Peters L, Rigoni R, Rosinska M, Ruut...

Immediate treatment for recent hepatitis C infection in people with high-risk behaviors: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Immediate treatment for recent hepatitis C infection in people with high-risk behaviors: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Manoharan L, Latham NH, Munari SC, Traeger MW, Menon V, Luhmann N, Baggaley R, Macdonald V, Verster A, Siegfried...

Multidisciplinary and Integrated Treatment for Substance Use Disorders and Hepatitis C in an Addiction Treatment Service in India.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Multidisciplinary and Integrated Treatment for Substance Use Disorders and Hepatitis C in an Addiction Treatment Service in India. Ghosh A, Mahintamani T, Premkumar M, Basu D, Singh V, Duseja A, Subodh Bn, Mohindra R, Sharma A, Arora SK.&nb...

Linkage to hepatitis C treatment in two opioid substitution treatment units in Gothenburg, Sweden: a retrospective cohort study.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Linkage to hepatitis C treatment in two opioid substitution treatment units in Gothenburg, Sweden: a retrospective cohort study. Ydreborg M, Lundström E, Kolleby R, Lexén S, Pizarro E, Lindgren J, Wejstål R, Larsson SB. Subst Abuse T...

A simplified point-of-service model for hepatitis C in people who inject drugs in South Africa.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

A simplified point-of-service model for hepatitis C in people who inject drugs in South Africa. Saayman E, Hechter V, Kayuni N, Sonderup MW. Harm Reduct J. 2023 Mar 4;20(1):27. doi: 10.1186/s12954-023-00759-0. PMID: 36870990; PMCID: ...

Rapid Treatment Initiation for Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Potential Benefits, Current Limitations, and Real-World Examples.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Rapid Treatment Initiation for Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Potential Benefits, Current Limitations, and Real-World Examples. Finbråten AK, Eckhardt BJ, Kapadia SN, Marks KM. Gastroenterol Hepatol (N Y). 2022 Nov;18(11):628-638. PMID...

HCV Genotype Distribution Among People Who Inject Drug in Turkey: Findings from Multicenter and Cross-Sectional Study.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

HCV Genotype Distribution Among People Who Inject Drug in Turkey: Findings from Multicenter and Cross-Sectional Study. Dilbaz N, Kuloğlu M, Evren EC, Paltun SC, Bilici R, Noyan CO, Kulaksizoglu B, Karabulut V, Umut G, Unubol B, Ucbilek E.&n...

Single-visit hepatitis C point-of-care testing, linkage to nursing care, and peer-supported treatment among people with recent injecting drug use at a peer-led needle and syringe program: The TEMPO Pilot Study.

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Single-visit hepatitis C point-of-care testing, linkage to nursing care, and peer-supported treatment among people with recent injecting drug use at a peer-led needle and syringe program: The TEMPO Pilot Study. Grebely J, Gilliver R, McNaug...

UK. Shooting Up: infections among people who inject drugs in the UK

09. April 2023 | Verschiedenes

UK. Shooting Up: infections among people who inject drugs in the UK This report describes the extent of infections and injecting-related harms among people who inject drugs (PWID) in the United Kingdom. (UK Government, UK Health Security Ag...

Cocaine-induced granulomatosis with polyangiitis—an under-recognized condition

09. April 2023 | Verschiedenes

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09. April 2023 | HIV

Aidshilfe sieht mehr Potenzial bei Prä-Expositions-Prophylaxe Bonn – Die medikamentöse HIV-Prophylaxe ist erfolgreich, ihr Potenzial jedoch bei Weitem nicht ausgeschöpft. In einem neuen Positionspapier fordert die Deutsche Aidshilfe (DAH) bessere...

HIV and Addiction Services for People Who Inject Drugs: Healthcare Provider Perceptions on Integrated Care in the U.S. South.

09. April 2023 | HIV

HIV and Addiction Services for People Who Inject Drugs: Healthcare Provider Perceptions on Integrated Care in the U.S. South. Bradford D, Parman M, Levy S, Turner WH, Li L, Leisch L, Eaton E, Crockett KB. J Prim Care Community Health...

Reasons for not commencing direct-acting antiviral treatment despite unrestricted access for individuals with HIV and hepatitis C virus: a multinational, prospective cohort study

09. April 2023 | HIV

Reasons for not commencing direct-acting antiviral treatment despite unrestricted access for individuals with HIV and hepatitis C virus: a multinational, prospective cohort study Isfordink, Cas J et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 8, Issue ...

Reasons for not commencing direct-acting antiviral treatment despite unrestricted access for individuals with HIV and hepatitis C virus: a multinational, prospective cohort study

09. April 2023 | Hepatitiden

Life expectancy after 2015 of adults with HIV on long-term antiretroviral therapy in Europe and North America: a collaborative analysis of cohort studies

09. April 2023 | HIV

Life expectancy after 2015 of adults with HIV on long-term antiretroviral therapy in Europe and North America: a collaborative analysis of cohort studies Trickey, Adam et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/...

Does opioid agonist treatment reduce overdose mortality risk in people who are older or have physical comorbidities? Cohort study using linked administrative health data in New South Wales, Australia, 2002-2017.

19. März 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Does opioid agonist treatment reduce overdose mortality risk in people who are older or have physical comorbidities? Cohort study using linked administrative health data in New South Wales, Australia, 2002-2017. Larney, S, Jones, NR,&n...

Quality of Opioid Use Disorder Treatment for Persons With and Without Disabling Conditions.

19. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

Quality of Opioid Use Disorder Treatment for Persons With and Without Disabling Conditions. Thomas CP, Stewart MT, Ledingham E, Adams RS, Panas L, Reif S. JAMA Netw Open. 2023;6(3):e232052. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.2052 ...

Characteristics of Fatal Poisonings Among Infants and Young Children in the United States.

19. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

Characteristics of Fatal Poisonings Among Infants and Young Children in the United States. Christopher E. Gaw, Allison E. Curry, Kevin C. Osterhoudt, Joanne N. Wood, Daniel J. Corwin; Pediatrics2023; e2022059016. 10.1542/peds.2022-059016 ...

RKI. Aufmerksamkeit wichtig für Tuberkulosekontrolle

19. März 2023 | TBC

RKI. Aufmerksamkeit wichtig für Tuberkulosekontrolle Deutschland gehört bei der Tuberkulose zu den sogenannten Niedriginzidenzländern, für die das Ziel der Weltgesundheitsorganisation gilt, die Zahl der Neuerkrankungen bis zum Jahr 2035 auf wenig...

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05. März 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Exploring the contextual risk factors and characteristics of individuals who died from the acute toxic effects of opioids and other illegal substances: listening to the coroner and medical examiner voice. Thompson T, Rotondo J, Enns A, Leas...

Disease burden among Ukrainians forcibly displaced by the 2022 Russian invasion.

05. März 2023 | TBC

Disease burden among Ukrainians forcibly displaced by the 2022 Russian invasion. Pandey A, Wells CR, Stadnytskyi V, Moghadas SM, Marathe MV, Sah P, Crystal W, Meyers LA, Singer BH, Nesterova O, Galvani AP. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2...

Buprenorphine involvement in opioid overdose deaths: A retrospective analysis of postmortem toxicology in Marion County, Indiana, 2015-2021.

05. März 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Buprenorphine involvement in opioid overdose deaths: A retrospective analysis of postmortem toxicology in Marion County, Indiana, 2015-2021. Del Pozo B, Atkins D, Andraka-Christou B, Wightman R, Clark MH, Huynh P, Ray B. Drug Alcohol...

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention among people who inject drugs: a global mapping of service delivery.

05. März 2023 | HIV

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention among people who inject drugs: a global mapping of service delivery. Shaw G, Schaefer R, Schmidt HA, Madden A, Chang J, Mozalevskis A, Msimanga-Radebe B, Mangadan Konath N, Verster A, Bagga...

Multidisciplinary Management of Opioid Use-Related Infective Endocarditis: Treatment, QTc Values, and Cardiac Arrests due to Ventricular Fibrillation.

05. März 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Multidisciplinary Management of Opioid Use-Related Infective Endocarditis: Treatment, QTc Values, and Cardiac Arrests due to Ventricular Fibrillation. Rosenfeld LE, Jain S, Amabile A, Geirsson A, Krane M, Weimer MB. J Clin Med. 2023 ...

One-year survey of methadone-induced cardiac complications.

05. März 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

One-year survey of methadone-induced cardiac complications. Taheri SK, Bawand R, Sanginabadi F, Khansari N, Moradi A. Caspian J Intern Med. 2023 Winter;14(1):43-46. doi: 10.22088/cjim.14.1.43. PMID: 36741481; PMCID: PMC9878909. http...

Tryptophan and Substance Abuse: Mechanisms and Impact.

05. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

Tryptophan and Substance Abuse: Mechanisms and Impact. Davidson M, Rashidi N, Hossain MK, Raza A, Nurgali K, Apostolopoulos V. Int J Mol Sci. 2023 Feb 1;24(3):2737. doi: 10.3390/ijms24032737. PMID: 36769059; PMCID: PMC9917371. https...

The Inflammatory Signals Associated with Psychosis: Impact of Comorbid Drug Abuse.

05. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

The Inflammatory Signals Associated with Psychosis: Impact of Comorbid Drug Abuse. Herrera-Imbroda J, Flores-López M, Ruiz-Sastre P, Gómez-Sánchez-Lafuente C, Bordallo-Aragón A, Rodríguez de Fonseca F, Mayoral-Cleríes F. Biomedicines...

Prevalence of ADHD in a Sample of Heroin Addicts Receiving Agonist Treatment-Study Conducted in a Public Addiction Service.

05. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of ADHD in a Sample of Heroin Addicts Receiving Agonist Treatment-Study Conducted in a Public Addiction Service. Rocco P. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023 Jan 31;20(3):2602. doi: 10.3390/ijerph20032602. PMID: 36767966...

ADHD Prevalence among Outpatients with Severe Opioid Use Disorder on Daily Intravenous Diamorphine and/or Oral Opioid Maintenance Treatment.

05. März 2023 | Verschiedenes

ADHD Prevalence among Outpatients with Severe Opioid Use Disorder on Daily Intravenous Diamorphine and/or Oral Opioid Maintenance Treatment. Rohner H, Gaspar N, Rosen H, Ebert T, Kilarski LL, Schrader F, Al Istwani M, Lenz AJ, Dilg C, Welsk...

HCV treatment initiation in the era of universal direct acting antiviral coverage - Improvements in access and persistent barriers.

05. März 2023 | Hepatitiden

HCV treatment initiation in the era of universal direct acting antiviral coverage - Improvements in access and persistent barriers. Jiang N, Bruneau J, Makarenko I, Minoyan N, Zang G, Høj SB, Larney S, Martel-Laferrière V. Int J Drug...

Need for integration of hepatitis C (HCV) services in community-based settings for people who inject drugs: results from a global values and preferences survey.

05. März 2023 | Hepatitiden

Need for integration of hepatitis C (HCV) services in community-based settings for people who inject drugs: results from a global values and preferences survey. Di Ciaccio M, Villes V, Perfect C, El Kaim JL, Donatelli M, James C, Easterbroo...

Overdose Alert and Response Technologies: State-of-the-art Review.

05. März 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Overdose Alert and Response Technologies: State-of-the-art Review. Oteo A, Daneshvar H, Baldacchino A, Matheson C. J Med Internet Res. 2023 Feb 15;25:e40389. doi: 10.2196/40389. PMID: 36790860; PMCID: PMC9978985. https://www.ncbi.nl...

Part II: Missouri's Fentanyl Poisonings Rise to Record Levels.

05. März 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Part II: Missouri's Fentanyl Poisonings Rise to Record Levels. Stoecker WV, Smith CL, Connors E. Mo Med. 2023 Jan-Feb;120(1):10-14. PMID: 36860612; PMCID: PMC9970332. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9970332/

National policies for delivering tuberculosis, HIV and hepatitis B and C virus infection services for refugees and migrants among Member States of the WHO European Region.

04. März 2023 | TBC

National policies for delivering tuberculosis, HIV and hepatitis B and C virus infection services for refugees and migrants among Member States of the WHO European Region. Baggaley RF, Nazareth J, Divall P, Pan D, Martin CA, Volik M, Seguy ...

HIV: Depotpräparate erzielen gute Ergebnisse bei Drogenabhängigen, psychisch Kranken und Obdachlosen

02. März 2023 | HIV

HIV: Depotpräparate erzielen gute Ergebnisse bei Drogenabhängigen, psychisch Kranken und Obdachlosen San Francisco – Der langwirksame Integrase-Inhibitor Cabotegravir, der in Kombination mit dem Reverse-Transkriptase-Inhibitor Rilpivirin als intr...

Improved health-related quality of life after hepatitis C viraemic clearance among people who inject drugs may not be durable.

02. März 2023 | Hepatitiden

Improved health-related quality of life after hepatitis C viraemic clearance among people who inject drugs may not be durable. McDonald, SA, Myring, G, Palmateer, NE, et al. Addiction. 2023: 000– 000. doi.org...

Nitrous oxide-induced subacute combined degeneration of the cord: diagnosis and treatment.

24. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Nitrous oxide-induced subacute combined degeneration of the cord: diagnosis and treatment. Paris A, Lake L, Joseph A, Workman A, Walton J, Hayton T, Evangelou N, Lilleker JB, Ayling RM, Nicholl D, Noyce AJ. Pract Neurol. 2023 Feb 22:...

Long-acting antiretroviral therapy suppresses HIV among people with unstable housing, mental illnesses, substance use

24. Februar 2023 | HIV

Long-acting antiretroviral therapy suppresses HIV among people with unstable housing, mental illnesses, substance use NIH-supported study demonstrates injectable ART may improve outcomes in underserved patients. A long-acting antiretrovira...

„Düsseldorfer Patient“: Erneut HIV-Heilung nach Stammzellübertragung

21. Februar 2023 | HIV

„Düsseldorfer Patient“: Erneut HIV-Heilung nach Stammzellübertragung Düsseldorf – Zum 3. Mal weltweit ist es gelungen, einen krebskranken HIV-Patienten mithilfe einer Stammzellentransplantation von beiden Erkrankungen zu heilen. Bei dem 53 Jahre ...

Reducing barriers to the hepatitis C care cascade in prison via point-of-care RNA testing: a qualitative exploration of men in prison using an integrated framework.

21. Februar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Reducing barriers to the hepatitis C care cascade in prison via point-of-care RNA testing: a qualitative exploration of men in prison using an integrated framework. Lafferty, L, Sheehan, Y, Cochrane, A, Grebely, J, Lloyd...

How the rural risk environment underpins hepatitis C risk: Qualitative findings from rural southern Illinois, United States.

18. Februar 2023 | Hepatitiden

How the rural risk environment underpins hepatitis C risk: Qualitative findings from rural southern Illinois, United States. Walters SM, Frank D, Felsher M, Jaiswal J, Fletcher S, Bennett AS, Friedman SR, Ouellet LJ, Ompad DC, Jenkins W, Ph...

DNA methylation in cocaine use disorder–An epigenome-wide approach in the human prefrontal cortex.

15. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

DNA methylation in cocaine use disorder–An epigenome-wide approach in the human prefrontal cortex. Poisel E, Zillich L, Streit F, Frank J, Friske MM, Foo JC, Mechawar N, Turecki G, Hansson AC, Nöthen MM, Rietschel M, Spanagel R and Witt SH ...

MicroRNA–mRNA networks are dysregulated in opioid use disorder postmortem brain: Further evidence for opioid-induced neurovascular alterations.

15. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

MicroRNA–mRNA networks are dysregulated in opioid use disorder postmortem brain: Further evidence for opioid-induced neurovascular alterations. Grimm SL, Mendez EF, Stertz L, Meyer TD, Fries GR, Gandhi T, Kanchi R, Selvaraj S, Teixeira AL, ...

Impact of direct-acting antiviral use for chronic hepatitis C on health care costs in Medicaid: economic model update.

15. Februar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Impact of direct-acting antiviral use for chronic hepatitis C on health care costs in Medicaid: economic model update. Roebuck MC. Am J Manag Care. 2022 Dec;28(12):630-631. doi: 10.37765/ajmc.2022.89273. PMID: 36525655. https://www....

Substance Use Treatment Utilization Among Women With and Without Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

Substance Use Treatment Utilization Among Women With and Without Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Fujita AW, Ramakrishnan A, Mehta CC, Yusuf OB, Wilson T, Shoptaw S, Carrico AW, Adimora AA, Eaton E, Cohen MH, Cohen J, Adedimeji A, Plankey...

Empfehlungen zur Hepatitis Versorgung bei Drogenkonsumierenden.

07. Februar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Empfehlungen zur Hepatitis Versorgung bei Drogenkonsumierenden. Grebely J, Robaeys G, Bruggmann P, Aghemo A, Backmund M, Bruneau J, Byrne J, Dalgard O, Feld JJ, Hellard M, Hickman M, Kautz A, Litwin A, Lloyd AR, Mauss S, Prins M, Swan T, Sc...

High-Throughput Assessment of Real-World Medication Effects on QT Interval Prolongation: Observational Study.

07. Februar 2023 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

High-Throughput Assessment of Real-World Medication Effects on QT Interval Prolongation: Observational Study. Yuan N, Oesterle A, Botting P, Chugh S, Albert C, Ebinger J, Ouyang D. JMIR Cardio. 2023 Jan 20;7:e41055. doi: 10.2196/4105...

KANADA. Vancouver Island: First Nations women overrepresented among B.C. toxic drug deaths: doctor

07. Februar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

KANADA. Vancouver Island: First Nations women overrepresented among B.C. toxic drug deaths: doctor Vancouver - The top doctor at British Columbia's First Nations Health Authority says Indigenous people, especially women, are dying from toxic drug...

I Don't Believe a Person Has to Die When Trying to Get High: Overdose Prevention and Response Strategies in Rural Illinois.

07. Februar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

I Don't Believe a Person Has to Die When Trying to Get High: Overdose Prevention and Response Strategies in Rural Illinois. Walters SM, Felsher M, Frank D, Jaiswal J, Townsend T, Muncan B, Bennett AS, Friedman SR, Jenkins W, Pho MT, Fletche...

Men have approximately 2- to 3-fold greater overdose mortality than women for synthetic opioids, heroin and psychostimulants including cocaine across the lifespan: Analysis of state-level CDC data for 2020-2021.

07. Februar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Men have approximately 2- to 3-fold greater overdose mortality than women for synthetic opioids, heroin and psychostimulants including cocaine across the lifespan: Analysis of state-level CDC data for 2020-2021. Butelman ER, Huang Y, Goldst...

Individual and social network correlates of responding to multiple overdoses among a cohort of people who use drugs.

07. Februar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Individual and social network correlates of responding to multiple overdoses among a cohort of people who use drugs. Wagner KD, Marks C, Felsher M, Latkin C, Pearson JL, Falade-Nwulia OO. Drug Alcohol Depend Rep. 2022 Dec;5:100107. d...

An evaluation of the association between specific post-overdose care services in emergency departments and subsequent treatment engagement.

07. Februar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

An evaluation of the association between specific post-overdose care services in emergency departments and subsequent treatment engagement. Chambers LC, Hallowell BD, Samuels EA, Daly M, Baird J, Beaudoin FL. J Am Coll Emerg Physicia...

Tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drug use and their association with CD4/CD8 cell count ratio in people with controlled HIV: a cross-sectional study (ANRS CO3 AQUIVIH-NA-QuAliV).

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

Tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and illicit drug use and their association with CD4/CD8 cell count ratio in people with controlled HIV: a cross-sectional study (ANRS CO3 AQUIVIH-NA-QuAliV). Devos S, Bonnet F, Hessamfar M, Neau D, Vareil MO, Lel...

National medical specialty guidelines of HIV indicator conditions in Europe lack adequate HIV testing recommendations: a systematic guideline review.

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

National medical specialty guidelines of HIV indicator conditions in Europe lack adequate HIV testing recommendations: a systematic guideline review. Jordans CCE, Vasylyev M, Rae C, Jakobsen ML, Vassilenko A, Dauby N, Grevsen AL, Jakobsen SF, Raa...

A Capacity-Strengthening Intervention to Support HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Awareness-Building and Promotion by Frontline Harm Reduction Workers in Baltimore, Maryland: A Mixed Methods Evaluation.

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

A Capacity-Strengthening Intervention to Support HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Awareness-Building and Promotion by Frontline Harm Reduction Workers in Baltimore, Maryland: A Mixed Methods Evaluation. Rosen JG, Zhang L, Pelaez D, Park ...

Human immunodeficiency virus in the Russian Federation: mortality, prevalence, risk factors, and current understanding of sexual transmission.

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

Human immunodeficiency virus in the Russian Federation: mortality, prevalence, risk factors, and current understanding of sexual transmission. Nikoloski Z, King EJ, Mosialos E. AIDS. 2022 Dec 7. doi: 10.1097/QAD.0000000000003441. Epu...

Vergütung der HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe weiterhin extrabudgetär

07. Februar 2023 | HIV

Vergütung der HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe weiterhin extrabudgetär Die medikamentöse HIV-Präexpositionsprophylaxe für Versicherte mit einem substanziellen HIV-Risiko wird ab 1. Januar weiterhin extrabudgetär vergütet. KBV und GKV-Spitzenverband h...

Reduced anterior insular cortex volume in male heroin addicts: a postmortem study.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

The Effects of Drug Addiction and Detoxification on the Human Oral Microbiota.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

The Effects of Drug Addiction and Detoxification on the Human Oral Microbiota. Zhang J, Liu W, Shi L, Liu X, Wang M, Li W, Yu D, Wang Y, Zhang J, Yun K, Yan J. Microbiol Spectr. 2023 Feb 1:e0396122. doi: 10.1128/spectrum.03961-22. Ep...

Sex-differences in anxiety, neuroinflammatory markers, and enhanced fear learning following chronic heroin withdrawal.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Sex-differences in anxiety, neuroinflammatory markers, and enhanced fear learning following chronic heroin withdrawal. Parekh SV, Adams LO, Barkell GA, Lysle DT. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2023 Feb;240(2):347-359. doi: 10.1007/s00213...

Integrated Infectious Disease and Substance Use Disorder Care for the Treatment of Injection Drug Use-Associated Infections: A Prospective Cohort Study With Historical Control.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Integrated Infectious Disease and Substance Use Disorder Care for the Treatment of Injection Drug Use-Associated Infections: A Prospective Cohort Study With Historical Control. Serota DP, Rosenbloom L, Hervera B, Seo G, Feaster DJ, Metsch L...

Dementia, Substance Misuse, and Social Determinants of Health: American Indian and Alaska Native Peoples' Prevention, Service, and Care. Chronic Stress (Thousand Oaks).

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Dementia, Substance Misuse, and Social Determinants of Health: American Indian and Alaska Native Peoples' Prevention, Service, and Care. Chronic Stress (Thousand Oaks). Crouch MC, Cheromiah Salazar MBR, Harris SJ, Rosich RM. 2023 Jan...

Patterns and Predictors of Heroin Use, Remission, and Psychiatric Health Among People with Heroin Dependence: Key Findings from the 18-20-Year Follow-Up of the Australian Treatment Outcome Study (ATOS).

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Patterns and Predictors of Heroin Use, Remission, and Psychiatric Health Among People with Heroin Dependence: Key Findings from the 18-20-Year Follow-Up of the Australian Treatment Outcome Study (ATOS). Marel C, Wilson J, Darke S, Ross J, S...

Relationship between Depression and Cognitive Inhibition in Men with Heroin or Methamphetamine Use Disorder in First-Time Mandatory Detoxification.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Relationship between Depression and Cognitive Inhibition in Men with Heroin or Methamphetamine Use Disorder in First-Time Mandatory Detoxification. Xin Y, Zhong X, Zhang X, Chen Y, Xin W, Liu C, Fu H, Feng C, Zuo G. Healthcare (Basel...

Neuroimaging mechanisms in short-term heroin- and methamphetamine-abstinent users: Similarities and differences.

07. Februar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Neuroimaging mechanisms in short-term heroin- and methamphetamine-abstinent users: Similarities and differences. Gong M, Liang W, He C, Shen Y, Zhang Z, Lou M, Xu Z. Neurosci Lett. 2023 Feb 6;796:137057. doi: 10.1016/j.neulet.2023.13...

Association Between Alcohol Use Disorder and Receipt of Direct-Acting Antiviral Hepatitis C Virus Treatment.

31. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Association Between Alcohol Use Disorder and Receipt of Direct-Acting Antiviral Hepatitis C Virus Treatment. Haque LY, Fiellin DA, Tate JP, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(12):e2246604. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.46604 http...

Lassen sich Todesfälle durch Drogentrends vorhersagen?

31. Januar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Lassen sich Todesfälle durch Drogentrends vorhersagen? Liefert der Konsum von Kokain, Crystal und Ecstasy in der Partyszene Hinweise zu allgemeinen Drogentrends? Gibt es einen Zusammenhang mit Drogentoten in der Bevölkerung? Ein Forschungsteam au...

An integrated LSTM-HeteroRGNN model for interpretable opioid overdose risk prediction.

20. Januar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

An integrated LSTM-HeteroRGNN model for interpretable opioid overdose risk prediction. Dong X, Wong R, Lyu W, Abell-Hart K, Deng J, Liu Y, Hajagos JG, Rosenthal RN, Chen C, Wang F. Artif Intell Med. 2023 Jan;135:102439. doi: 10.1016/...

HIV: Erneut Impfstoff in Studie gescheitert

20. Januar 2023 | HIV

HIV: Erneut Impfstoff in Studie gescheitert Seattle – Die kombinierte Impfung mit zwei Impfstoffen, die das Immunsystem mit mehreren HIV-Antigenen zur Bildung breitneutralisierender Antikörper anregen sollte, hat sich in einer Phase-3-Studie zwar...

RKI-Themenseite Hepatitis C

16. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

RKI-Themenseite Hepatitis C https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/H/HepatitisC/Point-Studie.html

Laying the foundations for hepatitis C elimination: evaluating the development and contribution of community care pathways to diagnostic efforts.

16. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Laying the foundations for hepatitis C elimination: evaluating the development and contribution of community care pathways to diagnostic efforts. Robinson, E., Byrne, C.J., Carberry, J. et al. BMC Public Health 23, 54 (2023). doi...

Association of sex work and social-structural factors with non-fatal overdose among women who use drugs in Vancouver, Canada.

16. Januar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Association of sex work and social-structural factors with non-fatal overdose among women who use drugs in Vancouver, Canada. Harris MT, Goldenberg S, Cui Z, Fairbairn N, Milloy MS, Hayashi K, Samet JH, Walley AY, Nolan S. Int J Drug...

USA. New York City Releases 2021 Overdose Data Showing Unprecedented Overdose Levels

16. Januar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. New York City Releases 2021 Overdose Data Showing Unprecedented Overdose Levels Overdose rates show an increase in racial, economic, age, and neighborhood-level inequities in overdose deaths. (NYC Government, USA, 12.01.2023) https://www.ny...

Prevalence of Cerebrovascular Accidents Among the US Population With Substance Use Disorders: A Nationwide Study.

09. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of Cerebrovascular Accidents Among the US Population With Substance Use Disorders: A Nationwide Study. Chelikam N, Mohammad Z, Tavrawala K, Krishnakumar AN, Varghese A, Shrivastav TY, Tarimci B, Kumar S, Francis SZ, Samala Venkat...

Renal manifestations of recreational drugs: A narrative review of the literature.

09. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Renal manifestations of recreational drugs: A narrative review of the literature. Kannan L. Medicine (Baltimore). 2022 Dec 16;101(50):e31888. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000031888. PMID: 36550840; PMCID: PMC9771315. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.go...

Cocaine sensitizes the CD4+ T cells for HIV infection by co-stimulating NFAT and AP-1.

09. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine sensitizes the CD4+ T cells for HIV infection by co-stimulating NFAT and AP-1. Sharma AL, Shafer D, Netting D, Tyagi M. iScience. 2022 Nov 22;25(12):105651. doi: 10.1016/j.isci.2022.105651. PMID: 36483012; PMCID: PMC97224...

Cocaine sensitizes the CD4+ T cells for HIV infection by co-stimulating NFAT and AP-1.

09. Januar 2023 | HIV

[Translated article] Cutaneous and Mucosal Conditions Associated With Cocaine Use.

09. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

[Translated article] Cutaneous and Mucosal Conditions Associated With Cocaine Use. Sánchez-Puigdollers A, Just-Sarobé M, Pastor-Jané L. Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2022 Dec 5:S0001-7310(22)01013-4. English, Spanish. doi: 10.1016/j.ad.2022....

Risk of Cardiac Lesion with Chronic and Acute Use of Loperamide-An Integrative Review.

08. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Risk of Cardiac Lesion with Chronic and Acute Use of Loperamide-An Integrative Review. Lammoglia BC, Hasselmann G, Pires-Oliveira M, Duarte Nicolau LA, Rolim Medeiros JV, Sabia Tallo F, Omar Taha M, Yamaguti Lima R, Caricati-Neto A, Menezes...

Effects of Buprenorphine/Naloxone and Methadone on Depressive Symptoms in People with Prescription Opioid Use Disorder: A Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial.

08. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Effects of Buprenorphine/Naloxone and Methadone on Depressive Symptoms in People with Prescription Opioid Use Disorder: A Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial. Bastien G, McAnulty C, Ledjiar O, Socias ME, Le Foll B, Lim R, Hassan AN, Briss...

Safety and Tolerability of Oral Cannabinoids in People Living with HIV on Long-Term ART: A Randomized, Open-Label, Interventional Pilot Clinical Trial (CTNPT 028).

06. Januar 2023 | HIV

Safety and Tolerability of Oral Cannabinoids in People Living with HIV on Long-Term ART: A Randomized, Open-Label, Interventional Pilot Clinical Trial (CTNPT 028). Mboumba Bouassa RS, Needham J, Nohynek D, Singer J, Lee T, Bobeuf F, Samarani S, D...

SAMHSA Announces National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) Results Detailing Mental Illness and Substance Use Levels in 2021

06. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

SAMHSA Announces National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) Results Detailing Mental Illness and Substance Use Levels in 2021 2021 NSDUH report includes selected estimates by race, ethnicity, and age and is the most comprehensive key findings...

Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome Progressing to Diffuse Leukoencephalopathy.

06. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome Progressing to Diffuse Leukoencephalopathy. Meng D, Randhawa J. Neurohospitalist. 2023 Jan;13(1):109-110. doi: 10.1177/19418744211045862. Epub 2022 Oct 10. PMID: 36531854; PMCID: PMC9755609. ...

Pharmacological Interventions for Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia: A Scoping Review of Preclinical Trials.

06. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Pharmacological Interventions for Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia: A Scoping Review of Preclinical Trials. Koponen ME, Forget P. J Clin Med. 2022 Nov 29;11(23):7060. doi: 10.3390/jcm11237060. PMID: 36498635; PMCID: PMC9735807. https://w...

Psychiatric Comorbidity, Psychosocial Problems, and Functioning of People Who Inject Opioids: An Observational Study.

06. Januar 2023 | Verschiedenes

Psychiatric Comorbidity, Psychosocial Problems, and Functioning of People Who Inject Opioids: An Observational Study. Farooqui AM, Arya A, Singh A, Dalal PK. Addict Health. 2022 Jul;14(3):218-223. doi: 10.34172/ahj.2022.1310. Epub 20...

Evaluation of the Impact of HIV Serostatus on the Hepatitis C Virus Care Cascade and Injection Drug Use Among Persons Initiating Medication Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder.

06. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Evaluation of the Impact of HIV Serostatus on the Hepatitis C Virus Care Cascade and Injection Drug Use Among Persons Initiating Medication Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder. Lier AJ, Vander Wyk B, Di Paola A, Springer SA. Open Forum...

Evaluation of the Impact of HIV Serostatus on the Hepatitis C Virus Care Cascade and Injection Drug Use Among Persons Initiating Medication Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder.

06. Januar 2023 | HIV

Development and Validation of a Risk Prediction Tool to Identify People at Greater Risk of Having Hepatitis C among Drug Users.

06. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Development and Validation of a Risk Prediction Tool to Identify People at Greater Risk of Having Hepatitis C among Drug Users. Huang G, Cheng W, Xu Y, Yang J, Jiang J, Pan X, Zhou X, Jiang J, Chai C. Int J Environ Res Public Health....

Empfehlungen für die Nachsorge von Patientinnen/Patienten mit ausgeheilter Hepatitis C

06. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

Empfehlungen für die Nachsorge von Patientinnen/Patienten mit ausgeheilter Hepatitis C Bobzin C, Bösiger Ch, Bruggmann P et al. Swiss Med Forum. 2021;21(1112):184-186, Veröffentlichung: 17.03.2021, doi.org/10.4414/smf.2021.08756 https://m...

HCV elimination in a Swiss opioid agonist therapy programme - a cohort study.

06. Januar 2023 | Hepatitiden

HCV elimination in a Swiss opioid agonist therapy programme - a cohort study. Bregenzer A, Krismer C, Wendel S, Roser P, Fux CA. Swiss Med Wkly. 2022 Dec 9;152:40009. doi: 10.57187/smw.2022.40009. PMID: 36509421. https://smw.ch/inde...

Somalia. Somalia's opioid overdose: Young, female and addicted

06. Januar 2023 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Somalia. Somalia's opioid overdose: Young, female and addicted It was the discovery of the body of a 22-year-old woman on the streets of the Somali capital, Mogadishu, last year that brought into the open the problem of female drug addiction in t...

„Deutsche Aidshilfe zu den aktuellen HIV Zahlen: Versorgungslücken schließen“

26. Dezember 2022 | HIV

„Deutsche Aidshilfe zu den aktuellen HIV Zahlen: Versorgungslücken schließen“ Um die Zahl der HIV-Infektionen und -Spätdiagnosen weiter zu senken, müssen Engpässe in der Drogenhilfe und bei der Versorgung mit der HIV-Prophylaxe PrEP beseitigt wer...

Substance use, injection risk behaviors, and fentanyl-related overdose risk among a sample of PWID post-Hurricane Maria.

26. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Substance use, injection risk behaviors, and fentanyl-related overdose risk among a sample of PWID post-Hurricane Maria. Abadie, R., Cano, M., Habecker, P. et al. Harm Reduct J 19, 129 (2022). doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00715-4 ...

Zahl der Drogentoten unter US-Jugendlichen steigt dramatisch

26. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Zahl der Drogentoten unter US-Jugendlichen steigt dramatisch Washington – Die Zahl der an einer Drogenüberdosis gestorbenen Kinder und Jugendlichen ist in den USA dramatisch gestiegen. Von 2019 bis 2021 habe sich die Zahl der Drogentodesfälle unt...

Patterns of mortality risk among patients with substance use disorder: an opportunity for proactive patient safety?

26. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Patterns of mortality risk among patients with substance use disorder: an opportunity for proactive patient safety? Svensson, J., Bergström, J., Kåberg, M. et al. BMC Psychiatry 22, 770 (2022). doi.org/10.1186/s12888-022-04437-6 https...

USA. Hidden Fentanyl Is Driving a Fatal New Phase in US Opioid Epidemic

26. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Hidden Fentanyl Is Driving a Fatal New Phase in US Opioid Epidemic The rise of fentanyl has brought on the most dangerous phase yet in the US’s decades-long opioid epidemic, causing a surge in overdose deaths and crippling efforts to end a d...

USA. Explosion in US adolescent overdoses, mainly fentanyl

26. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Explosion in US adolescent overdoses, mainly fentanyl Drug overdoses among people aged 10 to 18 more than doubled in the United States between 2019 and 2021, according to a study released Thursday by health authorities, who warned in particu...

Psychische und somatische Gesundheit von wohnungslosen Menschen - Evidenz aus dem National Survey on Psychiatric and Somatic Health of Homeless Individuals (NAPSHI-Studie)

25. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Psychische und somatische Gesundheit von wohnungslosen Menschen - Evidenz aus dem National Survey on Psychiatric and Somatic Health of Homeless Individuals (NAPSHI-Studie) The mental and physical health of the homeless - evidence from the Nationa...

Concurrent use of opioids and stimulants and risk of fatal overdose: A cohort study.

12. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Concurrent use of opioids and stimulants and risk of fatal overdose: A cohort study. Palis, H., Xavier, C., Dobrer, S. et al. BMC Public Health 22, 2084 (2022). doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-14506-w https://bmcpublichealth.biomedce...

Drug overdose deaths in adults aged 65 and over: United States, 2000–2020.

12. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug overdose deaths in adults aged 65 and over: United States, 2000–2020. Kramarow EA, Tejada-Vera B. NCHS Data Brief, no 455. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2022. doi.org/10.15620/cdc:121828 https://www.cd...

USA. Overdose Deaths up 81% in Pregnant, Postpartum

12. Dezember 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Overdose Deaths up 81% in Pregnant, Postpartum Women Drug overdose deaths in pregnant and postpartum women rose by about 81% from 2017 to 2020, researchers report in a JAMA research letter published online Dec. 6. (Medscape, USA, 0...

Recreational Drug Misuse and Its Potential Contribution to Male Fertility Levels' Decline: A Narrative Review.

12. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Recreational Drug Misuse and Its Potential Contribution to Male Fertility Levels' Decline: A Narrative Review. Schifano N, Chiappini S, Mosca A, Miuli A, Santovito MC, Pettorruso M, Capogrosso P, Dehò F, Martinotti G, Schifano F. Bra...

Prevalence of psychoactive drug use in patients hospitalized for acute cardiac events: Rationale and design of the ADDICT-ICCU trial, from the Emergency and Acute Cardiovascular Care Working Group and the National College of Cardiologists in Training of t

12. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of psychoactive drug use in patients hospitalized for acute cardiac events: Rationale and design of the ADDICT-ICCU trial, from the Emergency and Acute Cardiovascular Care Working Group and the National College of Cardiologists in Train...

Different Olfactory Perception in Heroin Addicts Using Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

12. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Different Olfactory Perception in Heroin Addicts Using Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Haghshenas Bilehsavar S, Batouli SA, Soukhtanlou M, Alavi S, Oghabian M. Basic Clin Neurosci. 2022 Mar-Apr;13(2):257-268. doi: 10.32598/bcn...

Methamphetamine-associated heart failure: a systematic review of observational studies

12. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Methamphetamine-associated heart failure: a systematic review of observational studies Manja V, Nrusimha A, Gao Y, et al Heart, Published Online First: 01 December 2022. doi: 10.1136/heartjnl-2022-321610 https://heart.bmj.com/content/earl...

Herzinsuffizienzen durch Methkonsum nehmen weltweit und in allen Bevölkerungsschichten zu

12. Dezember 2022 | Verschiedenes

Herzinsuffizienzen durch Methkonsum nehmen weltweit und in allen Bevölkerungsschichten zu Menlo Park – Immer mehr Menschen weltweit sterben an Herzinsuffizienzen, die mit dem Missbrauch von Methamphetamin („Meth“, „Crystal Meth“) assoziiert sind....

Neuer Impfstoff gegen HIV erzeugt breitneutralisierende Antikörper

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Neuer Impfstoff gegen HIV erzeugt breitneutralisierende Antikörper La Jolla/Kalifornien und Seattle – Ein neuartiger Impfstoff, der die Bildung von Vorläufer-B-Zellen anstrebt, hat sich in einer ersten klinischen Phase 1-Studie als sicher erwiese...

Effect of Implementation Facilitation to Promote Adoption of Medications for Addiction Treatment in US HIV Clinics: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Effect of Implementation Facilitation to Promote Adoption of Medications for Addiction Treatment in US HIV Clinics: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Edelman EJ, Gan G, Dziura J, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(10):e2236904. doi:1...

Findings from a pilot study of buprenorphine population pharmacokinetics: A potential effect of HIV on buprenorphine bioavailability.

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Findings from a pilot study of buprenorphine population pharmacokinetics: A potential effect of HIV on buprenorphine bioavailability. Bart G, Jaber M, Giang LM, Brundage RC, Korthuis PT. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2022 Nov 11;241:109696. d...

Aidshilfe fordert gesetzliches Verbot von HIV-Tests im Arbeitsleben

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Aidshilfe fordert gesetzliches Verbot von HIV-Tests im Arbeitsleben Berlin – Die Deutsche Aidshilfe hat ein gesetzliches Verbot von HIV-Tests im Arbeitsleben gefordert. „Noch immer glauben manche Arbeitgebende, sie dürften Menschen mit HIV einfac...

Viele HIV-Infektionen sind unentdeckt geblieben

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Viele HIV-Infektionen sind unentdeckt geblieben Genf/Solna – In Europa leben viele Menschen mit einer nicht diagnostizierten HIV-Infektion. Das geht aus einem neuen Bericht des Europäischen Zentrums für die Prävention und die Kontrolle von Krankh...

Zu wenige Menschen mit Hepatitis C in Therapie

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

Zu wenige Menschen mit Hepatitis C in Therapie Eine chronische Leberentzündung verursacht durch das Hepatitis C-Virus (HCV) kann viel Leid und schwerwiegende Spätfolgen wie Krebs mit sich bringen. Doch so weit muss es nicht kommen: Dank moderner ...

Barriers and Facilitators of Hepatitis C Care in Persons Coinfected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

Barriers and Facilitators of Hepatitis C Care in Persons Coinfected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Bar N, Bensoussan N, Rabinowich L, Levi S, Houri I, Ben-Ami Shor D, Shibolet O, Mor O, Weitzman E, Turner D, Katchman H. Int J Environ R...

Barriers and Facilitators of Hepatitis C Care in Persons Coinfected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

Hepatitis C prevalence in incarcerated settings between 2013-2021: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C prevalence in incarcerated settings between 2013-2021: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Busschots D, Kremer C, Bielen R, Koc ÖM, Heyens L, Nevens F, Hens N, Robaeys G. BMC Public Health. 2022 Nov 24;22(1):2159. doi: 10.11...

In a Real-Life Setting, Direct-Acting Antivirals to People Who Inject Drugs with Chronic Hepatitis C in Turkey.

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

In a Real-Life Setting, Direct-Acting Antivirals to People Who Inject Drugs with Chronic Hepatitis C in Turkey. Sarıgül Yıldırım F, Üser Ü, Sarı ND, Kurtaran B, Önlen Y, Şenateş E, Gündüz A, Zerdali E, Karsen H, Batırel A, Karaali R, Güner ...

History of alcohol use does not predict HCV direct acting antiviral treatment outcomes.

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

History of alcohol use does not predict HCV direct acting antiviral treatment outcomes. Ia Okwor C, Petrosyan Y, Lee C, Cooper C. J Assoc Med Microbiol Infect Dis Can. 2022 Sep 27;7(3):233-241. doi: 10.3138/jammi-2021-0037. PMID: 363...

Alcohol consumption upon direct-acting antiviral therapy for hepatitis C among persons with human immunodeficiency virus in the United States.

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

Alcohol consumption upon direct-acting antiviral therapy for hepatitis C among persons with human immunodeficiency virus in the United States. Chen PH, Yenokyan K, Fojo AT, Hutton HE, Lesko CR, McCaul ME, Yang C, Cachay ER, Crane HM, Jacobs...

Alcohol consumption upon direct-acting antiviral therapy for hepatitis C among persons with human immunodeficiency virus in the United States.

12. Dezember 2022 | HIV

EASL recommendations on treatment of hepatitis C: Final update of the series

12. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

EASL recommendations on treatment of hepatitis C: Final update of the series Pawlotsky, Jean-MichelNegro, FrancescoAghemo, Alessio et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 73, Issue 5, 1170 - 1218 https://www.journal-of-hepatology.eu/article/...

HCV microelimination in harm reduction centres has benefits beyond HCV cure but is hampered by high reinfection rates.

11. Dezember 2022 | Hepatitiden

HCV microelimination in harm reduction centres has benefits beyond HCV cure but is hampered by high reinfection rates. Lens S, Miralpeix A, Gálvez M, Martró E, González N, Rodríguez-Tajes S, Mariño Z, Saludes V, Reyes-Urueña J, Majó X, Colo...

Bundeslagebild Rauschgiftkriminalität 2021

24. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Bundeslagebild Rauschgiftkriminalität 2021 (…) Die häufigsten Todesursachen waren der Konsum von Heroin und Opiat-Substitutionsmittel alleine oder in Verbindung mit anderen Stoffen. Die deutlichsten Anstiege betrafen monovalente Vergiftungen durc...

RKI. HIV in Deutschland 2021

24. November 2022 | HIV

RKI. HIV in Deutschland 2021 Epidemiologisches Bulletin, 47/2022 AKTUELLE DATEN UND INFORMATIONEN ZU INFEKTIONSKRANKHEITEN UND PUBLIC HEALTH RKI – Robert-Koch-Institut, 24.11.2022 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/Infekt/EpidBull/Archiv/2022/Ausga...

Welt-AIDS-Tag - neue Daten zu HIV/AIDS in Deutschland

24. November 2022 | HIV

Welt-AIDS-Tag - neue Daten zu HIV/AIDS in Deutschland Das Robert Koch-Institut hat eine neue umfassende Auswertung zur HIV/AIDS-Situation in Deutschland veröffentlicht. Die im Epidemiologischen Bulletin veröffentlichte Analyse anlässlic...

Development of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients Aged 75-84 Years With Chronic Hepatitis C Treated With Direct-Acting Antivirals.

22. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Development of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients Aged 75-84 Years With Chronic Hepatitis C Treated With Direct-Acting Antivirals. Ogawa E, Nomura H, Nakamuta M, Furusyo N, Kajiwara E, Dohmen K, Kawano A, Ooho A, Azuma K, Takahashi K, Satoh T, ...

A death by any other name: substance-induced or substance-related mortality

12. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

A death by any other name: substance-induced or substance-related mortality Hjorthøj, Carsten et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(22)00370-4/fulltext

USA. Continuing Crisis - Drug Overdose Deaths in New York

12. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Continuing Crisis - Drug Overdose Deaths in New York Report prepared by the Office of Budget Policy and Analysis, November 2022 https://www.osc.state.ny.us/reports/continuing-crisis-drug-overdose-deaths-new-york

HIV? Hepatitis? Das CHECK ich!

12. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

HIV? Hepatitis? Das CHECK ich! Modellprojekt zu Beratungen und Tests für Menschen, die Drogen gebrauchen, durchgeführt in niedrigschwelligen Einrichtungen der Drogenhilfe. Abschlussbericht zu den Ergebnissen der Begleitevaluation Herausge...

HIV? Hepatitis? Das CHECK ich!

12. November 2022 | HIV

Modeling the cost and impact of injectable opioid agonist therapy on overdose and overdose deaths.

08. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Modeling the cost and impact of injectable opioid agonist therapy on overdose and overdose deaths. Tse WC, Scott N, Dietze P, Nielsen S. J Subst Abuse Treat. 2022 Dec;143:108871. doi: 10.1016/j.jsat.2022.108871. Epub 2022 Sep 9. PMID...

Vital Signs: Hepatitis C Treatment Among Insured Adults — United States, 2019–2020.

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Vital Signs: Hepatitis C Treatment Among Insured Adults — United States, 2019–2020. Thompson WW, Symum H, Sandul A, et al. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2022;71:1011-1017. doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7132e1 https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/vol...

Quick diagnosis, staging, and treatment of HCV infection among people living in prison: Opinion expert panel.

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Quick diagnosis, staging, and treatment of HCV infection among people living in prison: Opinion expert panel. Fiore V, De Matteis G, Pontali E, De Vito A, Panese S, Geremia N, Maida I, Artioli S, Starnini G, Madeddu G, Babudieri S. F...

Interventions to prevent HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs: Latest evidence of effectiveness from a systematic review (2011 to 2020).

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Interventions to prevent HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs: Latest evidence of effectiveness from a systematic review (2011 to 2020). Palmateer N, Hamill V, Bergenstrom A, Bloomfield H, Gordon L, Stone J, Fraser H, Seyler T,...

Interventions to prevent HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs: Latest evidence of effectiveness from a systematic review (2011 to 2020). (2)

08. November 2022 | HIV

Integrated hepatitis C treatment is associated with improved retention and success in outpatient treatment for opioid use disorder at a private clinic.

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Integrated hepatitis C treatment is associated with improved retention and success in outpatient treatment for opioid use disorder at a private clinic. Losikoff P, Bosse JD, Martin SA, Wilson A, Chiodo LM. Front Psychiatry. 2022 Sep ...

Adherence to opioid agonist therapy predicts uptake of direct-acting antivirals in people who use drugs: results from the French national healthcare database (the ANRS FANTASIO study).

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Adherence to opioid agonist therapy predicts uptake of direct-acting antivirals in people who use drugs: results from the French national healthcare database (the ANRS FANTASIO study). Rolland B, Lions C, Di Beo V, Carrieri P, Authier N, Ba...

Cannabis Use Is Inversely Associated with Metabolic Disorders in Hepatitis C-Infected Patients (ANRS CO22 Hepather Cohort).

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Cannabis Use Is Inversely Associated with Metabolic Disorders in Hepatitis C-Infected Patients (ANRS CO22 Hepather Cohort). Barré T, Bourlière M, Ramier C, Carrat F, Di Beo V, Protopopescu C, Marcellin F, Bureau M, Cagnot C, Dorival C, Zoul...

Qualitative inquiry into perceptions of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among people who inject drugs living with hepatitis C in Seattle, WA, USA.

08. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

Qualitative inquiry into perceptions of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among people who inject drugs living with hepatitis C in Seattle, WA, USA. Barry, M.P., Austin, E.J., Bhatraju, E.P. et al. Harm Reduct J 19, 121 (2022). doi.or...

Qualitative inquiry into perceptions of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among people who inject drugs living with hepatitis C in Seattle, WA, USA.

08. November 2022 | HIV

Prevalence and Pattern of Dermatological Manifestations Among Substance Users Across Kashmir Valley in North India.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence and Pattern of Dermatological Manifestations Among Substance Users Across Kashmir Valley in North India. Aslam A, Rather S, Hussain A, Younus F, Saqib NU, Hassan I. Indian Dermatol Online J. 2022 Jun 24;13(4):457-465. doi:...

Case Reports of Heroin Injection Site Necrosis: A Novel Antecedent of Nicolau Syndrome.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Case Reports of Heroin Injection Site Necrosis: A Novel Antecedent of Nicolau Syndrome. Rose B, Powell TG, Jones M, Chillag SA, Kemper S. Cureus. 2022 Sep 16;14(9):e29235. doi: 10.7759/cureus.29235. PMID: 36258944; PMCID: PMC9573776....

Clinical Features of Patients Hospitalized for All Routes of Anthrax, 1880-2018: A Systematic Review.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Clinical Features of Patients Hospitalized for All Routes of Anthrax, 1880-2018: A Systematic Review. Hendricks K, Person MK, Bradley JS, Mongkolrattanothai T, Hupert N, Eichacker P, Friedlander AM, Bower WA. Clin Infect Dis. 2022 Oc...

Evidence on the Heroin-Mediated Impairment of the Oxidative Status of Erythrocytes.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Evidence on the Heroin-Mediated Impairment of the Oxidative Status of Erythrocytes. Bani-Ahmad MA, Mustafa AG, Bani Ahmad AA, Alkhazali IE, Rahim AA. J Toxicol. 2022 Sep 28;2022:3996051. doi: 10.1155/2022/3996051. PMID: 36212505; PMC...

Addictive and other mental disorders: a call for a standardized definition of dual disorders.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Addictive and other mental disorders: a call for a standardized definition of dual disorders. Szerman N, Torrens M, Maldonado R, Balhara YPS, Salom C, Maremmani I, Sher L, Didia-Attas J, Chen J, Baler R; World Association on Dual Disorders ...

Mortality and life-years lost following subsequent physical comorbidity in people with pre-existing substance use disorders: a national registry-based retrospective cohort study of hospitalised individuals in Czechia

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Mortality and life-years lost following subsequent physical comorbidity in people with pre-existing substance use disorders: a national registry-based retrospective cohort study of hospitalised individuals in Czechia Formánek, Tomáš et al. The L...

Opium abuse and stroke in Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opium abuse and stroke in Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Mardi P. Front Neurol. 2022 Sep 9;13:855578. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2022.855578. PMID: 36188414; PMCID: PMC9524459. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9524...

Screening for co-infections in patients with substance use disorders and severe bacterial infections.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Screening for co-infections in patients with substance use disorders and severe bacterial infections. Varley CD, Conte M, Streifel AC, Winders B, Sikka MK. Ther Adv Infect Dis. 2022 Oct 17;9:20499361221132132. doi: 10.1177/2049936122...

Injection drug induced septic embolism-A growing concern.

08. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Injection drug induced septic embolism-A growing concern. Kelson M, Chaudhry A, Nguyen A, Girgis S. Radiol Case Rep. 2022 Sep 15;17(11):4345-4349. doi: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.08.057. PMID: 36188073; PMCID: PMC9520423. https://www.ncbi...

Prescribing Characteristics Associated With Opioid Overdose Following Buprenorphine Taper.

01. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Prescribing Characteristics Associated With Opioid Overdose Following Buprenorphine Taper. Bozinoff N, Men S, Kurdyak P, Selby P, Gomes T. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(9):e2234168. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.34168 https://jaman...

So many harms, so little benefit: a global review of the history and harms of HIV criminalisation

01. November 2022 | HIV

So many harms, so little benefit: a global review of the history and harms of HIV criminalisation Csete, Joanne et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(22)00248-X/fulltext

HIV/AIDS Language Compendium of internationally agreed terms, concepts, definitions and evidence for rights-based responses

01. November 2022 | HIV

HIV/AIDS Language Compendium of internationally agreed terms, concepts, definitions and evidence for rights-based responses (Love Alliance, HIV Policy Lab, O’Neill Institute for National & Global Health Law, 2022) https://hivlanguagecompendi...

Effectiveness of Opioid Tapering or Abrupt Discontinuation vs No Dosage Change for Opioid Overdose or Suicide for Patients Receiving Stable Long-term Opioid Therapy.

01. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Effectiveness of Opioid Tapering or Abrupt Discontinuation vs No Dosage Change for Opioid Overdose or Suicide for Patients Receiving Stable Long-term Opioid Therapy. Larochelle MR, Lodi S, Yan S, Clothier BA, Goldsmith ES, Bohnert ASB. Comp...

The Impact of Supportive Housing on Liver-Related Outcomes Among Persons With Hepatitis C Virus Infection.

01. November 2022 | Hepatitiden

The Impact of Supportive Housing on Liver-Related Outcomes Among Persons With Hepatitis C Virus Infection. Miller-Archie SA, Walters SC, Bocour A, Moore MS, Wiewel E, Singh T, Lim S. J Infect Dis. 2022 Oct 7;226(Supplement_3):S363-S3...

Interventions to prevent HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs: Latest evidence of effectiveness from a systematic review (2011 to 2020).

01. November 2022 | HIV

Developing tuberculosis vaccines for people with HIV: consensus statements from an international expert panel

01. November 2022 | HIV

Developing tuberculosis vaccines for people with HIV: consensus statements from an international expert panel Miner, Maurine D et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(22)002...

Developing tuberculosis vaccines for people with HIV: consensus statements from an international expert panel

01. November 2022 | TBC

Acute infections in people who inject drugs

01. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Acute infections in people who inject drugs Stevenson N, Suttie S, Fernandes E, Rae N. BMJ 2022; 379 :e072635 doi:10.1136/bmj-2022-072635 https://www.bmj.com/content/379/bmj-2022-072635.long

Cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, and opiates increase the risk of incident atrial fibrillation

01. November 2022 | Verschiedenes

Cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, and opiates increase the risk of incident atrial fibrillation Anthony L Lin, Gregory Nah, Janet J Tang, Eric Vittinghoff, Thomas A. Dewland, Gregory M Marcus, European Heart Journal, 2022;, ehac558, doi....

Notes from the Field: Antihistamine Positivity and Involvement in Drug Overdose Deaths — 44 Jurisdictions, United States, 2019–2020.

01. November 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Notes from the Field: Antihistamine Positivity and Involvement in Drug Overdose Deaths — 44 Jurisdictions, United States, 2019–2020. Dinwiddie AT, Tanz LJ, Bitting J. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2022;71:1308–1310. doi.org/10.15585...

WHO-Empfehlungen: Hepatitis C ließe sich eliminieren

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

WHO-Empfehlungen: Hepatitis C ließe sich eliminieren Dtsch Arztebl 2022; 119(38): A-1584 / B-1324 Lenzen-Schulte, Martina https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/227616

Neuer Check-up für die Leber: Warum Hepatitis-Tests so sinnvoll sind

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Neuer Check-up für die Leber: Warum Hepatitis-Tests so sinnvoll sind Dtsch Arztebl 2022; 119(38): A-1590 / B-1322 Wolffram, Ingmar https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/227644

HIV prevention for the next decade: Appropriate, person-centred, prioritised, effective, combination prevention.

11. Oktober 2022 | HIV

HIV prevention for the next decade: Appropriate, person-centred, prioritised, effective, combination prevention. Godfrey-Faussett P, Frescura L, Abdool-Karim Q, Clayton M, Ghys PD, (on behalf of the 2025 prevention targets working group) (2...

Impact of an Accelerated Pretreatment Evaluation on Linkage-to-Care for Hepatitis C-infected Persons Who Inject Drugs.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Impact of an Accelerated Pretreatment Evaluation on Linkage-to-Care for Hepatitis C-infected Persons Who Inject Drugs. Martel-Laferrière V, Brissette S, Wartelle-Bladou C, Juteau LC, Popa M, Goyer MÈ, Bruneau J. Subst Abuse. 2022 Aug...

Direct-acting antiviral treatment uptake and sustained virological response outcomes are not affected by alcohol use: A CANUHC analysis.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Direct-acting antiviral treatment uptake and sustained virological response outcomes are not affected by alcohol use: A CANUHC analysis. Driedger M, Vachon ML, Wong A, Conway B, Ramji A, Borgia S, Tam E, Barrett L, Smyth D, Feld J...

Integrating Hepatitis C Care for Opioid Substitution Treatment Patients Attending General Practice: Feasibility, Clinical, and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Integrating Hepatitis C Care for Opioid Substitution Treatment Patients Attending General Practice: Feasibility, Clinical, and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis. McCombe G, Swan D, Lambert JS, O'Connor E, Ward Z, Vickerman P, Avramovic G, Crowley D, Ti...

Randomized clinical trial: Direct-acting antivirals as treatment for hepatitis C in people who inject drugs: Delivered in needle and syringe programs via directly observed therapy versus fortnightly collection.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Randomized clinical trial: Direct-acting antivirals as treatment for hepatitis C in people who inject drugs: Delivered in needle and syringe programs via directly observed therapy versus fortnightly collection. Beer, L, Inglis, S, Malag...

Personality dysfunction in opiate addicts on opioid substitution treatment and the risk of HCV infection.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Personality dysfunction in opiate addicts on opioid substitution treatment and the risk of HCV infection. Skočibušić S, Zivlak-Radulović N, Hasanović M, Awad H, Karan-Križanac D, Mehić-Basara N, Rukavina T. Front Public Health. 2022 ...

Point-of-care hepatitis C reflex testing and treatment referral in methadone clinic settings in Hong Kong-a pilot study.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Point-of-care hepatitis C reflex testing and treatment referral in methadone clinic settings in Hong Kong-a pilot study. Wong NS, Chan DP, Chan CP, Poon CM, Wong GL, Wong VW, Lee SS. IJID Reg. 2022 Aug 29;5:8-12. doi: 10.1016/j.ijreg...

Usability and acceptability of oral fluid hepatitis C self-testing among people who inject drugs in Coastal Kenya: a cross-sectional pilot study.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Usability and acceptability of oral fluid hepatitis C self-testing among people who inject drugs in Coastal Kenya: a cross-sectional pilot study. Ivanova Reipold E, Fajardo E, Juma E, Bukusi D, Bermudez Aza E, Jamil MS, Johnson CC, Farquhar...

Hepatitis C antibody prevalence and behavioral correlates in people who inject drugs attending harm reduction services in Lisbon, Portugal.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C antibody prevalence and behavioral correlates in people who inject drugs attending harm reduction services in Lisbon, Portugal. Curado A, Nogueira PJ, Virgolino A, Santa Maria J, Mendão L, Furtado C, Antunes F. Front Publ...

Out-of-hospital management of unresponsive, apneic, witnessed opioid overdoses: a case series from a supervised consumption site.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Out-of-hospital management of unresponsive, apneic, witnessed opioid overdoses: a case series from a supervised consumption site. Rowe, A., Chang, A., Lostchuck, E. et al. Can J Emerg Med 24, 650–658 (2022). doi.org/10.1007/s43678-02...

Alprazolam-related deaths in Scotland, 2004-2020.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Alprazolam-related deaths in Scotland, 2004-2020. Corkery JM, Guirguis A, Chiappini S, Martinotti G, Schifano F. J Psychopharmacol. 2022 Sep;36(9):1020-1035. doi: 10.1177/02698811221104065. Epub 2022 Aug 1. PMID: 35912873; PMCID: PMC...

Causes of mortality among female sex workers: Results of a multi-country study

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Causes of mortality among female sex workers: Results of a multi-country study Willis, Brian et al. eClinicalMedicine, Volume 0, Issue 0, 101658 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/eclinm/article/PIIS2589-5370(22)00388-1/fulltext

Drug use behaviors, trauma, and emotional affect following the overdose of a social network member: A qualitative investigation.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug use behaviors, trauma, and emotional affect following the overdose of a social network member: A qualitative investigation. Macmadu A, Frueh L, Collins AB, Newman R, Barnett NP, Rich JD, Clark MA, Marshall BDL. Int J Drug Policy. 2022...

Core competencies of peer workers who use pulse oximeters to supplement their overdose response in British Columbia.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Core competencies of peer workers who use pulse oximeters to supplement their overdose response in British Columbia. Mamdani Z, Feldman-Kiss D, McKenzie S, Knott M, Cameron F, Voyer R, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(9): e0273744. doi.org/...

Determining the feasibility for an overdose prevention line to support substance users who use alone.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Determining the feasibility for an overdose prevention line to support substance users who use alone. Ritchie K, Ghosh SM. Harm Reduct J. 2022 Aug 19;19(1):92. doi: 10.1186/s12954-022-00670-0. PMID: 35986328; PMCID: PMC9389809. http...

Determining the feasibility for an overdose prevention line to support substance users who use alone.

11. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Characteristics of non-fatal overdoses and associated risk factors in patients attending a specialist community-based substance misuse service.

11. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Characteristics of non-fatal overdoses and associated risk factors in patients attending a specialist community-based substance misuse service. Ghose R, Cowden F, Veluchamy A, Smith BH, Colvin LA. Br J Pain. 2022 Aug;16(4):458-466. d...

Trends in the Prevalence and Incidence of Opium Abuse and its Association with Coronary Artery Risk Factors in Adult Population in Iran: Findings from Kerman Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors Study.

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Trends in the Prevalence and Incidence of Opium Abuse and its Association with Coronary Artery Risk Factors in Adult Population in Iran: Findings from Kerman Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors Study. Najafipour H, Masoumi M, Amirzadeh R, ...

Nora's Blog. Addiction often goes hand-in-hand with other mental illnesses. Both must be addressed.

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Nora's Blog. Addiction often goes hand-in-hand with other mental illnesses. Both must be addressed. Nora Volkow, NIH – National Institute on Drug Abuse, USA, 27.09.2022 https://nida.nih.gov/about-nida/noras-blog/2022/09/addiction-often-goe...

Characterization of Bacillus anthracis replication and persistence on environmental substrates associated with wildlife anthrax outbreaks.

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Characterization of Bacillus anthracis replication and persistence on environmental substrates associated with wildlife anthrax outbreaks. Jiranantasak T, Benn JS, Metrailer MC, Sawyer SJ, Burns MQ, Bluhm AP, et al. (2022) ...

Poor long-term outcomes of intravenous drug users with infectious endocarditis.

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Poor long-term outcomes of intravenous drug users with infectious endocarditis. Caceres J, Malik A, Ren T, Naeem A, Clemence J, Makkinejad A, Wu X, Yang B. JTCVS Open. 2022 May 31;11:92-104. doi: 10.1016/j.xjon.2022.05.013. PMID: 361...

Evaluation of Clinical Outcomes of Intravenous Drug Use-Related Infective Endocarditis in Buprenorphine-Treated Patients.

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Evaluation of Clinical Outcomes of Intravenous Drug Use-Related Infective Endocarditis in Buprenorphine-Treated Patients. O'Kane C, Piechowski K, Hoff A, Fang W, Mallow Z, Marshalak P, Burwell S. J Pharm Pharm Sci. 2022;25:266-273. d...

Burden and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among people using illicit opioids: matched cohort study in England

11. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Burden and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among people using illicit opioids: matched cohort study in England Lewer D, Cox S, Hurst JR, et al BMJ Medicine 2022;1:e000215. doi: 10.1136/b...

The Negative Impact of COVID-19 in HCV, HIV, and HPV Surveillance Programs During the Different Pandemic Waves.

10. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

The Negative Impact of COVID-19 in HCV, HIV, and HPV Surveillance Programs During the Different Pandemic Waves. Romero-Hernández B, Martínez-García L, Rodríguez-Dominguez M, Martínez-Sanz J, Vélez-Díaz-Pallarés M, Pérez Mies B, Muriel A, Ge...

The Negative Impact of COVID-19 in HCV, HIV, and HPV Surveillance Programs During the Different Pandemic Waves.

10. Oktober 2022 | HIV

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hepatitis B and C elimination: An EASL survey.

10. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hepatitis B and C elimination: An EASL survey. Kondili LA, Buti M, Riveiro-Barciela M, Maticic M, Negro F, Berg T, Craxì A. JHEP Rep. 2022 Sep;4(9):100531. doi: 10.1016/j.jhepr.2022.100531. Epub 202...

Notes From the Field: Overdose Deaths Involving Eutylone (Psychoactive Bath Salts) — United States, 2020.

06. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Notes From the Field: Overdose Deaths Involving Eutylone (Psychoactive Bath Salts) — United States, 2020. Gladden RM, Chavez-Gray V, O’Donnell J, Goldberger BA. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2022;71:1032–1034. doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7132...

EMCDDA. Drug-related deaths and mortality

06. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

EMCDDA. Drug-related deaths and mortality Drug-related mortality is a complex phenomenon, which accounts for a considerable percentage of deaths among young people in many European countries. The EMCDDA, in collaboration with national experts, ha...

EMCDDA. Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses

06. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Global Overdose Snapshot

06. Oktober 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Global Overdose Snapshot Penington Institute’s inaugural Global Overdose Snapshot presents an overview of the international drug overdose crisis, highlighting a significant increase in overdose deaths over the last two decades acr...

Studie spricht für Drogentests bei kardiologischen Intensivpatienten

06. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Studie spricht für Drogentests bei kardiologischen Intensivpatienten Barcelona – Einer von 10 Patienten, die auf einer kardiologischen Intensivstation (ICCU) behandelt werden, nimmt illegale Drogen – mit dramatischen Folgen. Denn Drogenkonsum ist...

Opium use and risk of bladder cancer: a multi-centre case-referent study in Iran.

06. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opium use and risk of bladder cancer: a multi-centre case-referent study in Iran. Hadji M, Rashidian H, Marzban M, Naghibzadeh-Tahami A, Gholipour M, Mohebbi E, Safari-Faramani R, Seyyedsalehi MS, Hosseini B, Bakhshi M, Alizadeh-Navaei R, A...

Levamisole-Adulterated Cocaine-Induced Thrombotic Vasculopathy With Negative Serology.

06. Oktober 2022 | Verschiedenes

Levamisole-Adulterated Cocaine-Induced Thrombotic Vasculopathy With Negative Serology. Sunu SY, Dhaduk K. Cureus. 2022 Jul 5;14(7):e26594. doi: 10.7759/cureus.26594. PMID: 35936149; PMCID: PMC9354916. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pm...

Use of contraindicated antiretroviral drugs in people with HIV/HCV coinfections receiving HCV treatment with direct-acting antivirals-Results from the EuroSIDA study.

06. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Use of contraindicated antiretroviral drugs in people with HIV/HCV coinfections receiving HCV treatment with direct-acting antivirals-Results from the EuroSIDA study. Nikolaichuk M, Mocroft A, Wandeler G, Szlavik J, Gottfredsson M, Reikvam ...

Use of contraindicated antiretroviral drugs in people with HIV/HCV coinfections receiving HCV treatment with direct-acting antivirals-Results from the EuroSIDA study.

06. Oktober 2022 | HIV

Hepatitis C virus risk among young people who inject drugs.

06. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C virus risk among young people who inject drugs. Mateu-Gelabert P, Sabounchi NS, Guarino H, Ciervo C, Joseph K, Eckhardt BJ, Fong C, Kapadia SN, Huang TTK. Front Public Health. 2022 Jul 29;10:835836. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.202...

Country versus pharmaceutical company interests for hepatitis C treatment.

06. Oktober 2022 | Hepatitiden

Country versus pharmaceutical company interests for hepatitis C treatment. Lothan R, Gutman N, Yamin D. Health Care Manag Sci. 2022 Aug 24:1–25. doi: 10.1007/s10729-022-09607-2. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36001218; PMCID: PMC9399601....

QT Ratio: A simple solution to individual QT correction.

06. Oktober 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

QT Ratio: A simple solution to individual QT correction. Ether ND, Leishman DJ, Bailie MB, Lauver DA. J Pharmacol Toxicol Methods. 2022 Aug 22:107211. doi: 10.1016/j.vascn.2022.107211. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36007862. https://li...

Premature mortality in people affected by co-occurring homelessness, justice involvement, opioid dependence, and psychosis: a retrospective cohort study using linked administrative data

13. September 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Premature mortality in people affected by co-occurring homelessness, justice involvement, opioid dependence, and psychosis: a retrospective cohort study using linked administrative data Tweed, Emily J et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 7, I...

Europa. International Overdose Awareness Day: EMCDDA answers key questions on drug-related deaths

13. September 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Europa. International Overdose Awareness Day: EMCDDA answers key questions on drug-related deaths How many people die every year in Europe from a drug-related death? Are women and men affected equally? What substances are involved in these ...

Australien. US-level mortality? Sounding the alarm about fentanyl overdose in Australia

13. September 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Australien. US-level mortality? Sounding the alarm about fentanyl overdose in Australia Deaths from the powerful opioid, along with pethidine and tramadol, are up a staggering 1,275% since 2006. A new report warns without ‘decisive action’ a cris...

Schweiz. Gefährliche Schmerzmittel - Opioid-Vergiftungen nehmen auch in der Schweiz zu

13. September 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Schweiz. Gefährliche Schmerzmittel - Opioid-Vergiftungen nehmen auch in der Schweiz zu In den USA sterben jährlich Zehntausende an einer Überdosis der Schmerzmittel – auch bei uns sind sie auf dem Vormarsch. (SRF – Schweizerischer Rund...

Non-fatal overdose risk during and after opioid agonist treatment: A primary care cohort study with linked hospitalisation and mortality records.

13. September 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Non-fatal overdose risk during and after opioid agonist treatment: A primary care cohort study with linked hospitalisation and mortality records. Domzaridou E, Carr MJ, Webb RT, Millar T, Ashcroft DM. Lancet Reg Health Eur. 2022 Aug ...

Evaluation der Akzeptanz der Gesetzesänderung in § 24 Infektionsschutzgesetz in niedrigschwelligen Einrichtungen der Aids- und Drogenhilfe - Evaluation of the Acceptance of the Amendment to § 24 of the German Infection Protection Act within Low Threshold

23. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Evaluation der Akzeptanz der Gesetzesänderung in § 24 Infektionsschutzgesetz in niedrigschwelligen Einrichtungen der Aids- und Drogenhilfe - Evaluation of the Acceptance of the Amendment to § 24 of the German Infection Protection Act within Low Th...

Comorbid Affective and Substance Use Disorders of Medicaid/Medicare Beneficiaries at an Opioid Treatment Program Serving Small Urban and Rural Communities.

23. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Comorbid Affective and Substance Use Disorders of Medicaid/Medicare Beneficiaries at an Opioid Treatment Program Serving Small Urban and Rural Communities. Lister JJ, Lee G, Ellis JD, Pasman E, Agius E and Resko SM (2022) Front. Psyc...

Marginalization, and Disruption: A Qualitative Rapid Situational Assessment of Substance Users and HIV Risk in Lebanon.

23. August 2022 | HIV

Marginalization, and Disruption: A Qualitative Rapid Situational Assessment of Substance Users and HIV Risk in Lebanon. Khoshnood K, Smoyer AB, Maviglia F, Kara J, Khouri D, Fouad FM, Heimer R. Stress Int J Environ Res Public Health....

What impact does opioid agonist treatment have on mortality at a population level?

23. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

What impact does opioid agonist treatment have on mortality at a population level? Matthew Hickman, Annick Borquez and Louisa Degenhardt on using linked government data to demonstrate that opioid agonist treatments for opioid dependence – s...

Kanada. Public Safety and Solicitor General: Ten thousand lives lost to illicit drugs since declaration of public health emergency

23. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. Public Safety and Solicitor General: Ten thousand lives lost to illicit drugs since declaration of public health emergency At least 1,095 British Columbians are believed to have been lost to the toxic drug supply between January and June ...

Effect of a Peer-Led Behavioral Intervention for Emergency Department Patients at High Risk of Fatal Opioid Overdose: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

23. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Effect of a Peer-Led Behavioral Intervention for Emergency Department Patients at High Risk of Fatal Opioid Overdose: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Beaudoin FL, Jacka BP, Li Y, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(8):e2225582. doi:10.10...

Tuberkulose: Mehr Fälle in Bremen und Niedersachsen

14. August 2022 | TBC

Tuberkulose: Mehr Fälle in Bremen und Niedersachsen Bremen/Hannover – In Bremen und Niedersachsen hat die Zahl der Tuberkulosefälle in den vergangenen Monaten zugenommen. (…) „Hier gibt es einen Zusammenhang mit Flucht- und Migrationsbewegungen ...

Development and Validation of Machine Models Using Natural Language Processing to Classify Substances Involved in Overdose Deaths.

14. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Development and Validation of Machine Models Using Natural Language Processing to Classify Substances Involved in Overdose Deaths. Goodman-Meza D, Shover CL, Medina JA, Tang AB, Shoptaw S, Bui AAT. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(8):e2225593....

Briefing: Premature mortality in people affected by co-occurring homelessness, criminal justice involvement, opioid dependence, and psychosis

14. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Briefing: Premature mortality in people affected by co-occurring homelessness, criminal justice involvement, opioid dependence, and psychosis University of Glasgow, MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Juli 2022 https://www.gla.a...

Increasing Adiposity Is Associated With QTc Interval Prolongation and Increased Ventricular Arrhythmic Risk in the Context of Metabolic Dysfunction: Results From the UK Biobank.

13. August 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Increasing Adiposity Is Associated With QTc Interval Prolongation and Increased Ventricular Arrhythmic Risk in the Context of Metabolic Dysfunction: Results From the UK Biobank. Patel KHK, Li X, Xu X, Sun L, Ardissino M, Punjabi PP, Purkaya...

Enhancing research data infrastructure to address the opioid epidemic: the Opioid Overdose Network (O2-Net).

13. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Enhancing research data infrastructure to address the opioid epidemic: the Opioid Overdose Network (O2-Net). Lenert LA, Zhu V, Jennings L, McCauley JL, Obeid JS, Ward R, Hassanpour S, Marsch LA, Hogarth M, Shipman P, Harris DR, Talbert JC.&...

U.S. Military veterans and the opioid overdose crisis: a review of risk factors and prevention efforts.

13. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

U.S. Military veterans and the opioid overdose crisis: a review of risk factors and prevention efforts. Bennett AS, Guarino H, Britton PC, O'Brien-Mazza D, Cook SH, Taveras F, Cortez J, Elliott L. Ann Med. 2022 Dec;54(1):1826-1838. doi: 10...

Frameworks and measures for HIV-related internalized stigma, stigma and discrimination in healthcare and in laws and policies: a systematic review.

13. August 2022 | HIV

Frameworks and measures for HIV-related internalized stigma, stigma and discrimination in healthcare and in laws and policies: a systematic review. Ferguson L, Gruskin S, Bolshakova M, Yagyu S, Fu N, Cabrera N, Rozelle M, Kasoka K, Oraro-La...

HIV Related Stigma among Healthcare Providers: Opportunities for Education and Training.

13. August 2022 | HIV

HIV Related Stigma among Healthcare Providers: Opportunities for Education and Training. Spence AB, Wang C, Michel K, Ocampo JM, Kharfen M, Merenstein D, Goparaju L, Kassaye S. J Int Assoc Provid AIDS Care. 2022 Jan-Dec;21:2325958222...

Multifocal leukoencephalopathy associated with intensive use of cocaine and the adulterant levamisole in a 29-year old patient.

13. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Multifocal leukoencephalopathy associated with intensive use of cocaine and the adulterant levamisole in a 29-year old patient. Tollens N, Post P, Martins Dos Santos M, Niggemann P, Warken M, Wolf J. Neurol Res Pract. 2022 Aug 1;4(1)...

Different drugs, different sides: injection use of opioids alone, and not stimulants alone, predisposes to right-sided endocarditis.

13. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Different drugs, different sides: injection use of opioids alone, and not stimulants alone, predisposes to right-sided endocarditis. Johnstone R, Khalil N, Shojaei E, Puka K, Bondy L, Koivu S, Silverman M. Open Heart. 2022 Jul;9(2):e...

Suicidal ideation and attempt and associated factors among patients with substance use disorder: institution-based cross-sectional study.

13. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Suicidal ideation and attempt and associated factors among patients with substance use disorder: institution-based cross-sectional study. Kassie GM, Lemu YM, Biresaw MS, Dessie GM, Tadesse GT, Gared WM, Belay MW. BJPsych Open. 2022 A...

Experiences Using a Multidisciplinary Model for Treating Injection Drug Use Associated Infections: A Qualitative Study.

13. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Experiences Using a Multidisciplinary Model for Treating Injection Drug Use Associated Infections: A Qualitative Study. Nolan NS, Gleason E, Marks LR, Habrock-Bach T, Liang SY, Durkin MJ. Front Psychiatry. 2022 Jun 21;13:924672. doi:...

Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy Among HIV-Infected Clients Attending Opioid Treatment Program Clinics in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

13. August 2022 | HIV

Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy Among HIV-Infected Clients Attending Opioid Treatment Program Clinics in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Kizindo J, Marealle AI, Mutagonda R, Mlyuka HJ, Mikomangwa WP, Kilonzi M, Sangeda RZ. Cureus. 2022 ...

Adaptation of a Problem-solving Program (Friendship Bench) to Treat Common Mental Disorders Among People Living With HIV and AIDS and on Methadone Maintenance Treatment in Vietnam: Formative Study.

13. August 2022 | HIV

Adaptation of a Problem-solving Program (Friendship Bench) to Treat Common Mental Disorders Among People Living With HIV and AIDS and on Methadone Maintenance Treatment in Vietnam: Formative Study. Tran HV, Nong HTT, Tran TTT, Filipowicz TR...

A community-based intervention to decrease the prevalence of HIV viremia among people who inject drugs in Vietnam.

13. August 2022 | HIV

A community-based intervention to decrease the prevalence of HIV viremia among people who inject drugs in Vietnam. Duong HT, Moles JP, Pham KM, Vallo R, Hoang GT, Vu VH, Khuat OTH, Nham TTT, Nguyen DQ, Quillet C, Rapoud D, Van de Perre P, C...

Accelerated aging with HIV begins at the time of initial HIV infection

13. August 2022 | HIV

Accelerated aging with HIV begins at the time of initial HIV infection Breen, Elizabeth Crabb et al. iScience, Volume 25, Issue 7, 104488 https://www.cell.com/iscience/fulltext/S2589-0042(22)00759-3

Compartment syndrome after intra-arterial methadone injection.

09. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Compartment syndrome after intra-arterial methadone injection. Ruiz-Carmona C, Llort Pont C, Corcoll Carrasco F, Supervía Caparrós A, Clara Velasco A. Emergencias. 2022 Aug;34(4):325-327. Spanish, English. PMID: 35833778. http://eme...

Factors Associated with HIV Risk and Vulnerability Among Injecting Drug Users in Afghanistan: A Narrative Review.

09. August 2022 | HIV

Factors Associated with HIV Risk and Vulnerability Among Injecting Drug Users in Afghanistan: A Narrative Review. Rasikh AS. HIV AIDS (Auckl). 2022 Jul 23;14:331-339. doi: 10.2147/HIV.S366970. PMID: 35911789; PMCID: PMC9329675. http...

Intelligent tuberculosis activity assessment system based on an ensemble of neural networks.

09. August 2022 | TBC

Intelligent tuberculosis activity assessment system based on an ensemble of neural networks. Sineglazov V, Riazanovskiy K, Klanovets A, Chumachenko E, Linnik N. Comput Biol Med. 2022 Aug;147:105800. doi: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2022.105...

DAH. HIV.Report ist nun Bestandteil vom Fachportal Beratung

02. August 2022 | HIV

DAH. HIV.Report ist nun Bestandteil vom Fachportal Beratung Liebe Kolleg*innen und Interessierte, wir sind umgezogen! Der HIV.Report ist ab sofort auf einer neuen Webseite und unter neuem Namen zu finden: profis.aidshilfe.de. Dort veröffe...

Recurrent noninfectious preseptal cellulitis secondary to cocaine use and levamisole-associated vasculitis.

02. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Recurrent noninfectious preseptal cellulitis secondary to cocaine use and levamisole-associated vasculitis. Gillette WM, Singh S. Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). 2022 Apr 22;35(4):534-536. doi: 10.1080/08998280.2022.2057157. PMID: 3575458...

Infective Endocarditis in People Who Inject Drugs: Report from the Italian Registry of Infective Endocarditis.

02. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Infective Endocarditis in People Who Inject Drugs: Report from the Italian Registry of Infective Endocarditis. Cecchi E, Corcione S, Lupia T, De Benedetto I, Shbaklo N, Chirillo F, Moreo A, Rinaldi M, Faggiano P, Cecconi M, Bargiacchi O, Ci...

Determinants of health among people who use illicit drugs in the conflict-affected countries of Afghanistan, Colombia and Myanmar: a systematic review of epidemiological evidence.

02. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Determinants of health among people who use illicit drugs in the conflict-affected countries of Afghanistan, Colombia and Myanmar: a systematic review of epidemiological evidence. O'Brien S, Jaramillo MM, Roberts B, Platt L. Confl He...

Mental Disorders Are Associated With Leukocytes Telomere Shortening Among People Who Inject Drugs.

02. August 2022 | Verschiedenes

Mental Disorders Are Associated With Leukocytes Telomere Shortening Among People Who Inject Drugs. Durand M, Nagot N, Michel L, Le SM, Duong HT, Vallo R, Vizeneux A, Rapoud D, Giang HT, Quillet C, Thanh NTT, Hai Oanh KT, Vinh VH, Feelemyer ...

Responding to a surge in overdose deaths: perspectives from US syringe services programs.

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Responding to a surge in overdose deaths: perspectives from US syringe services programs. Frost MC, Austin EJ, Corcorran MA, Briggs ES, Behrends CN, Juarez AM, Frank ND, Healy E, Prohaska SM, LaKosky PA, Kapadia SN, Perlman DC, Schackman BR...

Intention to seek emergency medical services during community overdose events in British Columbia, Canada: a cross-sectional survey.

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Intention to seek emergency medical services during community overdose events in British Columbia, Canada: a cross-sectional survey. Kievit B, Xavier JC, Ferguson M, Palis H, Moallef S, Slaunwhite A, Gillis T, Virk R, Buxton JA. Subs...

Lives lost to opioid toxicity among Ontarians who worked in construction.

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Lives lost to opioid toxicity among Ontarians who worked in construction. Gomes T, Iacono A, Kolla G, Nunez E, Leece P, Wang T, Campbell T, Auger C, Boyce N, Doolittle M, Eswaran A, Kitchen S, Murray R, Shearer D, Singh S, Watford J. on behalf of...

Antidepressants May Curb Opioid Overdose

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Antidepressants May Curb Opioid Overdose AEs were more likely among men than among women. The highest risk was in patients aged 18 – 24 years. After adjusting for age and sex, participants who had received antidepressants had a greater risk for ...

Premature mortality in people affected by co-occurring homelessness, justice involvement, opioid dependence, and psychosis: a retrospective cohort study using linked administrative data

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Geographic Trends in Opioid Overdoses in the US From 1999 to 2020.

02. August 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Geographic Trends in Opioid Overdoses in the US From 1999 to 2020. Post LA, Lundberg A, Moss CB, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(7):e2223631. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.23631 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen...

Internationaler Leberkongress: Erste scharfe Waffe gegen Hepatitis D

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Internationaler Leberkongress: Erste scharfe Waffe gegen Hepatitis D Dtsch Arztebl 2022; 119(29-30): A-1306 / B-1095 Lenzen-Schulte, Martina https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/226249

#WorldHepatitisDay — EMCDDA practical resources to help European countries beat viral hepatitis

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

#WorldHepatitisDay — EMCDDA practical resources to help European countries beat viral hepatitis Every year, on 28 July, the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners commemorate World Hepatitis Day to increase awareness and understanding...

GBA. Gesundheitsuntersuchungs-Richtlinie: Einführung eines Screenings auf Hepatitis-B- und auf Hepatitis-C-Virusinfektion

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

GBA. Gesundheitsuntersuchungs-Richtlinie: Einführung eines Screenings auf Hepatitis-B- und auf Hepatitis-C-Virusinfektion Beschlussdatum: 20.11.2020, Inkrafttreten: 12.02.2021, Beschluss veröffentlicht: BAnz AT 11.02.2021 B1 https://www.g-ba.de/...

Ludwigshafen. PLUS-Gesundheitsinitiative Hepatitis C seit fünf Jahren in Ludwigshafen aktiv – Bewerbung für Innovationsfonds

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Ludwigshafen. PLUS-Gesundheitsinitiative Hepatitis C seit fünf Jahren in Ludwigshafen aktiv – Bewerbung für Innovationsfonds "Neben der verbesserten und vertrauensvollen Zusammenarbeit zwischen allen Beteiligten und der Umsetzung konkreter Hilfea...

Hepatitis C: Die PLUS-Initiative auf einen Blick

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C: Die PLUS-Initiative auf einen Blick Menschen mit (ehemaligem) Drogengebrauch haben ein erhöhtes Risiko, sich mit dem Hepatitis-C-Virus zu infizieren oder dieses bereits in sich zu tragen. Gleichzeitig führen die Lebens- und Versorgu...

Real-world experience for the outcomes and costs of treating hepatitis C patients: Results from the German Hepatitis C-Registry (DHC-R).

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Real-world experience for the outcomes and costs of treating hepatitis C patients: Results from the German Hepatitis C-Registry (DHC-R). Krüger K, Rossol S, Krauth C, Buggisch P, Mauss S, Stoehr A, Klinker H, Böker K, Teuber G, Stahmeyer J....

Hepatitis C virus transmission cluster among injection drug users in Pakistan.

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C virus transmission cluster among injection drug users in Pakistan. Sahibzada KI, Ganova-Raeva L, Dimitrova Z, Ramachandran S, Lin Y, Longmire G, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(7): e0270910. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0270910...

Rapid Treatment Initiation for Hepatitis C in Young People Who Inject Drugs: The Seek, Test, and Rapid Treatment Randomized Trial.

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Rapid Treatment Initiation for Hepatitis C in Young People Who Inject Drugs: The Seek, Test, and Rapid Treatment Randomized Trial. Eckhardt B, Kapadia SN, Mateu-Gelabert P, Pai M, Fong C, Aponte-Melendez Y, Marks KM. Open Forum Infec...

Assessment of hepatitis C monitoring adherence after viral eradication in veterans with substance use to improve care and surveil reinfection.

02. August 2022 | Hepatitiden

Assessment of hepatitis C monitoring adherence after viral eradication in veterans with substance use to improve care and surveil reinfection. Stratton ML, Ansara ED, Ifeachor AP, Houck KK, Liangpunsakul S, Binger KJ. Ment Health Cli...

Opioid agonist treatment and risk of death or rehospitalization following injection drug use–associated bacterial and fungal infections: A cohort study in New South Wales, Australia.

28. Juli 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opioid agonist treatment and risk of death or rehospitalization following injection drug use–associated bacterial and fungal infections: A cohort study in New South Wales, Australia. Brothers TD, Lewer D, Jones N, Colledge-Frisby S, Farrell M, Hi...

Estimating Weekly National Opioid Overdose Deaths in Near Real Time Using Multiple Proxy Data Sources.

28. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Estimating Weekly National Opioid Overdose Deaths in Near Real Time Using Multiple Proxy Data Sources. Sumner SA, Bowen D, Holland K, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(7):e2223033. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.23033 https://jam...

USA. Drug Overdose Deaths Rise, Disparities Widen

28. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Drug Overdose Deaths Rise, Disparities Widen Differences Grew by Race, Ethnicity, and Other Factors. CDC, Vital Signs, USA, Juli 2022 https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/overdose-death-disparities/index.html

„Hepatitis kann nicht warten!“: Deutsche Leberstiftung unterstützt Welt-Hepatitis-Tag

28. Juli 2022 | Hepatitiden

„Hepatitis kann nicht warten!“: Deutsche Leberstiftung unterstützt Welt-Hepatitis-Tag Unter dem Motto „Hep can’t wait“ (Hepatitis kann nicht warten) findet am 28. Juli 2022 der von der World Hepatitis Alliance (WHA) global ausgerichtete Welt-Hepa...

Treatment of Hepatitis C in People Who Inject Drugs (Video)

28. Juli 2022 | Hepatitiden

Treatment of Hepatitis C in People Who Inject Drugs (Video) Stefan Zeuzem, MD Transmission of hepatitis C is particularly high among people who inject drugs, making treatment of this population a high priority in efforts to eradicate this condit...

Expanding access to substance use services and mental health care for people with HIV in Alabama, a technology readiness assessment using a mixed methods approach.

28. Juli 2022 | HIV

Expanding access to substance use services and mental health care for people with HIV in Alabama, a technology readiness assessment using a mixed methods approach. Eaton EF, Burgan K, McCollum G, Levy S, Willig J, Mugavero MJ, Reddy S, Wall...

ECDC/WHO. ‘Testing for tuberculosis infection and screening for tuberculosis disease among refugees arriving in European countries from Ukraine’, Information note

20. Juli 2022 | TBC

ECDC/WHO. ‘Testing for tuberculosis infection and screening for tuberculosis disease among refugees arriving in European countries from Ukraine’, Information note ECDC and WHO (2022), https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/sites/default/files/do...

Operational public health considerations for the prevention and control of infectious diseases in the context of Russia’s aggression towards Ukraine

20. Juli 2022 | TBC

Operational public health considerations for the prevention and control of infectious diseases in the context of Russia’s aggression towards Ukraine ECDC (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control) (2022), https://www.ecdc.e...

The Association between Buprenorphine Treatment Duration and Mortality: A Multi-site Cohort Study of People who Discontinued Treatment.

18. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The Association between Buprenorphine Treatment Duration and Mortality: A Multi-site Cohort Study of People who Discontinued Treatment. Glanz JM, Binswanger IA, Clarke CL, Nguyen AP, Ford MA, Ray GT, Xu S, Hechter RC, Yarborough BJH, Roblin...

Integrating mental health and substance use treatment with HIV care for people experiencing homelessness

18. Juli 2022 | HIV

Integrating mental health and substance use treatment with HIV care for people experiencing homelessness Garcia, Cheyenne M et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 9, Issue 8, 606 - 608 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2...

Human rights and HIV/AIDS - Report of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

18. Juli 2022 | HIV

Human rights and HIV/AIDS - Report of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights United Nations, General Assembly, Human Rights Council, Fiftieth session, 13 June–8 July 2022, Agenda items 2 and 3 Annual report of the United...

Kanada. There has been a big spike in homeless deaths in Toronto and other cities. The reasons go beyond a toxic drug supply

18. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. There has been a big spike in homeless deaths in Toronto and other cities. The reasons go beyond a toxic drug supply The cost of living, a housing crisis and COVID are factors. “People who have been invisible to society forever also ...

The relationship between police contacts for drug use-related crime and future arrests, incarceration, and overdoses: a retrospective observational study highlighting the need to break the vicious cycle.

14. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The relationship between police contacts for drug use-related crime and future arrests, incarceration, and overdoses: a retrospective observational study highlighting the need to break the vicious cycle. Zhang A, Balles JA, Nyland JE, Nguye...

USA. Percentage of overdose deaths involving methadone declined between January 2019 and August 2021

14. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Percentage of overdose deaths involving methadone declined between January 2019 and August 2021 National data indicate COVID-era treatment expansion was not associated with harms, add evidence to support take-home treatment for opioid ...

Methadone-Involved Overdose Deaths in the US Before and After Federal Policy Changes Expanding Take-Home Methadone Doses From Opioid Treatment Programs.

14. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

International Overdose Awareness Day: 31st August

14. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

International Overdose Awareness Day: 31st August The world’s annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. (International Overdose Awareness Day/Pen...

Ärztekammer Hamburg: Geflüchtete aus der Ukraine: Informationen für Ärztinnen und Ärzte Stichwort Tuberkulose (ÄK Hamburg, 2022)

12. Juli 2022 | TBC

Ärztekammer Hamburg: Geflüchtete aus der Ukraine: Informationen für Ärztinnen und Ärzte Stichwort Tuberkulose (ÄK Hamburg, 2022) https://www.aerztekammer-hamburg.org/migranten.html#Tuberkulose

Opium Use and Cancer Risk: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.

12. Juli 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opium Use and Cancer Risk: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. Mansouri M, Naghshi S, Parsaeian M, G Sepanlou S, Poustchi H, Momayez Sanat Z, Sadeghi O, Pourshams A. Int J Clin Pract. 2022 Fe...

Bilateral Wrist Drop Due to Lead Poisoning in a Young Woman With Opium Addiction.

12. Juli 2022 | Verschiedenes

Bilateral Wrist Drop Due to Lead Poisoning in a Young Woman With Opium Addiction. Azadeh H, Gholami F, Zakariaei Z, Banimostafavi ES, Soleymani M. Clin Med Insights Case Rep. 2022 Jun 7;15:11795476221103813. doi: 10.1177/117954762211...

Longitudinal Patterns of Suicidality Among Heroin Users in Johannesburg, South Africa: A Need for Suicide Screening and Intervention.

12. Juli 2022 | Verschiedenes

Longitudinal Patterns of Suicidality Among Heroin Users in Johannesburg, South Africa: A Need for Suicide Screening and Intervention. Morgan N, Denton EG, Subramaney U, Daniels W, Steinert T. Front Psychiatry. 2022 May 31;13:883878. ...

Innovations in education: A prospective study of storytelling narratives to enhance hepatitis C virus knowledge among substance users.

11. Juli 2022 | Hepatitiden

Innovations in education: A prospective study of storytelling narratives to enhance hepatitis C virus knowledge among substance users. Talal AH, Ding YX, Markatou M. World J Hepatol. 2022 May 27;14(5):972-983. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v14.i5...

28.07.2022: World Hepatitis Day - Bringing hepatitis care closer to communities

11. Juli 2022 | Hepatitiden

28.07.2022: World Hepatitis Day - Bringing hepatitis care closer to communities World Hepatitis Day is observed each year on 28 July to raise awareness of viral hepatitis, which causes inflammation of the liver that leads to severe disease and li...

Reaching Hard-to-Reach People Who Use Drugs: A Community-Based Strategy for the Elimination of Hepatitis C.

11. Juli 2022 | Hepatitiden

Reaching Hard-to-Reach People Who Use Drugs: A Community-Based Strategy for the Elimination of Hepatitis C. Nagot N, D'Ottavi M, Quillet C, Debellefontaine A, Castellani J, Langendorfer N, Hanslik B, Guichard S, Baglioni R, Faucherre V, Tua...

Arrhythmogenesis and Prolonged Repolarization From Synthetic Opioids: Finally Sorted?

11. Juli 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Arrhythmogenesis and Prolonged Repolarization From Synthetic Opioids: Finally Sorted? Eckhardt LL. J Am Heart Assoc. 2022 Jun 7;11(11):e025778. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.122.025778. Epub 2022 Jun 6. PMID: 35658484; PMCID: PMC9238742. https:...

Mehr Opioid-Überdosierungen in der Schweiz

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Mehr Opioid-Überdosierungen in der Schweiz Zürich – Hat die Opioidkrise, die in Nordamerika seit Anfang der 2000er Jahre zu einer deutlichen Zunahme von tödlichen Überdosierungen geführt hat, Europa erreicht? In der Schweiz ist es einer Studie in...

Opioid sales and opioid-related poisonings in Switzerland: A descriptive population-based time-series analysis

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Opioid sales and opioid-related poisonings in Switzerland: A descriptive population-based time-series analysis Hooijman, Marit F. et al. The Lancet Regional Health – Europe, Volume 0, Issue 0, 100437 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Estimation of cardiac QTc intervals in people prescribed antipsychotics: a comparison of correction factors.

11. Juli 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Estimation of cardiac QTc intervals in people prescribed antipsychotics: a comparison of correction factors. Andric T, Winckel K, Tanzer TD, Hollingworth S, Smith L, Isoardi K, Tan O, Siskind D. Ther Adv Psychopharmacol. 2022 Jun 16;...

Methadone Blockade of Cardiac Inward Rectifier K+ Current Augments Membrane Instability and Amplifies U Waves on Surface ECGs: A Translational Study.

11. Juli 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Methadone Blockade of Cardiac Inward Rectifier K+ Current Augments Membrane Instability and Amplifies U Waves on Surface ECGs: A Translational Study. Klein MG, Krantz MJ, Fatima N, Watters A, Colon-Sanchez D, Geiger RM, Goldstein RE, S...

Association of Medication-Assisted Therapy with New Onset of Cardiac Arrhythmia in Patients Diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorders.

11. Juli 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Association of Medication-Assisted Therapy with New Onset of Cardiac Arrhythmia in Patients Diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorders. Raji MA, Priyadarshni S, Yu X, Digbeu B, Kuo YF. Am J Med. 2022 Jul;135(7):864-870.e3. doi: 10.1016/j.am...

Parenting and childcare responsibilities, harm reduction service engagement, and opioid overdose among women and men who use illicit opioids in New York City.

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Parenting and childcare responsibilities, harm reduction service engagement, and opioid overdose among women and men who use illicit opioids in New York City. Scheidell JD, Hoff L, Khan MR, Bennett AS, Elliott L. Drug Alcohol Depend ...

Reducing opioid use disorder and overdose deaths in the United States: A dynamic modeling analysis.

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Reducing opioid use disorder and overdose deaths in the United States: A dynamic modeling analysis. Stringfellow EJ, Lim TY, Humphreys K, DiGennaro C, Stafford C, Beaulieu E, Homer J, Wakeland W, Bearnot B, McHugh RK, Kelly J, Glos L, Egger...

Spatial clustering of heroin-related overdose incidents: a case study in Cincinnati, Ohio.

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Spatial clustering of heroin-related overdose incidents: a case study in Cincinnati, Ohio. Choi JI, Lee J, Yeh AB, Lan Q, Kang H. BMC Public Health. 2022 Jun 25;22(1):1253. doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-13557-3. PMID: 35752791; PMCID: PMC9...

Drug Overdose Deaths in 28 States and the District of Columbia: 2020 data from the State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS).

11. Juli 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug Overdose Deaths in 28 States and the District of Columbia: 2020 data from the State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS). Mattson CL, Kumar S, Tanz LJ, Patel P, Luo Q, Davis NL. SUDORS Data Brief, No 1. Atlanta,...

RKI-Ratgeber HIV/AIDS

11. Juli 2022 | HIV

RKI-Ratgeber HIV/AIDS Epidemiologisches Bulletin, 24/2022, 16. Juni 2022 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/Infekt/EpidBull/Archiv/2022/Ausgaben/24_22.pdf

Integrating HIV and substance misuse services: a person-centred approach grounded in human rights

11. Juli 2022 | HIV

Integrating HIV and substance misuse services: a person-centred approach grounded in human rights Haldane, Victoria et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 9, Issue 8, 676 - 688 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366...

Integrated care model and point of care diagnostics facilitate Hepatitis C treatment among patients receiving opioid agonist therapy: a retrospective review of medical records.

27. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Integrated care model and point of care diagnostics facilitate Hepatitis C treatment among patients receiving opioid agonist therapy: a retrospective review of medical records. Häkkinen, M., Tourunen, J., Pitkänen, T. et al. Subst Abu...

Prävalenz von sexuell und durch Blut übertragenen Infektionen und Tuberkulose bei Menschen in Wohnungslosigkeit in Berlin – Erste Ergebnisse der Pilotstudie POINT

26. Juni 2022 | TBC

Prävalenz von sexuell und durch Blut übertragenen Infektionen und Tuberkulose bei Menschen in Wohnungslosigkeit in Berlin – Erste Ergebnisse der Pilotstudie POINT Steffen G und Weber C, Cawley C, Sarma N, Jansen K, Leicht A, Zimmermann R, Kröger ...

Prävalenz von sexuell und durch Blut übertragenen Infektionen und Tuberkulose bei Menschen in Wohnungslosigkeit in Berlin – Erste Ergebnisse der Pilotstudie POINT

26. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

12 Americans Die of an Overdose Every Hour. We Have the Knowledge to Prevent That.

26. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

12 Americans Die of an Overdose Every Hour. We Have the Knowledge to Prevent That. (New York Times, USA, 24.06.2022) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/24/opinion/addiction-overdose-mental-health.html

Increased risk of death immediately after discharge from compulsory care for substance abuse.

22. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Increased risk of death immediately after discharge from compulsory care for substance abuse. Ledberg A, Reitan T. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2022 Jul 1;236:109492. doi: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2022.109492. Epub 2022 May 10. PMID: 35617775. ...

Long-term Risk of Overdose or Mental Health Crisis After Opioid Dose Tapering.

22. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Long-term Risk of Overdose or Mental Health Crisis After Opioid Dose Tapering. Fenton JJ, Magnan E, Tseregounis IE, Xing G, Agnoli AL, Tancredi DJ. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(6):e2216726. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.16726 http...

Analysis of Urine Drug Test Results From Substance Use Disorder Treatment Practices and Overdose Mortality Rates, 2013-2020.

22. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Analysis of Urine Drug Test Results From Substance Use Disorder Treatment Practices and Overdose Mortality Rates, 2013-2020. Whitley P, LaRue L, Fernandez SA, Passik SD, Dawson E, Jackson RD. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(6):e2215425. doi:1...

USA. TAG – Treatment Action Group celebrates 30th anniversary

21. Juni 2022 | HIV

USA. TAG – Treatment Action Group celebrates 30th anniversary TAG was formed thirty years ago in January 1992 by a group of HIV activists from the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP)/New York and its Treatment and Data Committee. TAG’...

Setting foot in private spaces: extending the hepatitis C cascade of care to automatic needle/syringe dispensing machines, a mixed methods study.

21. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Setting foot in private spaces: extending the hepatitis C cascade of care to automatic needle/syringe dispensing machines, a mixed methods study. Coupland, H., Henderson, C., Pritchard-Jones, J. et al. Harm Reduct J 19, 56 (...

Cannabis use as a factor of lower corpulence in hepatitis C-infected patients: results from the ANRS CO22 Hepather cohort.

21. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Cannabis use as a factor of lower corpulence in hepatitis C-infected patients: results from the ANRS CO22 Hepather cohort. Barré T, Carrat F, Ramier C, Fontaine H, Di Beo V, Bureau M, Dorival C, Larrey D, Delarocque-Astagneau E, Mathurin P,...

The hepatitis C epidemic in Canada: An overview of recent trends in surveillance, injection drug use, harm reduction and treatment.

21. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

The hepatitis C epidemic in Canada: An overview of recent trends in surveillance, injection drug use, harm reduction and treatment. Lourenço L, Kelly M, Tarasuk J, Stairs K, Bryson M, Popovic N, Aho J. Can Commun Dis Rep. 2021 Dec 9;...

Risk of hepatitis C reinfection following successful therapy among people living with HIV: a global systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression

21. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Risk of hepatitis C reinfection following successful therapy among people living with HIV: a global systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression Hosseini-Hooshyar, Samira et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 9, Issue 6, e414 - e427 http...

Risk of hepatitis C reinfection following successful therapy among people living with HIV: a global systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression

21. Juni 2022 | HIV

Opium use and risk of stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis

06. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opium use and risk of stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis Borhani-Haghighi A., Tabrizi R., Estakhr M., Hosseini-Bensenjan M., Niknam M., Iravani Saadi M., Moazzen F., and Nowrouzi-Sohrabi P. HEROIN ADDICTION AND RELATED CLI...

Australien. New report finds five drug-induced deaths per day among Australians in 2020

06. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Australien. New report finds five drug-induced deaths per day among Australians in 2020 There were 1,842 drug-induced deaths among Australians in 2020, according to preliminary estimates in a new report by the Drug Trends program at the National ...

Safety and immunogenicity of an HIV-1 prefusion-stabilized envelope trimer (Trimer 4571) vaccine in healthy adults: A first-in-human open-label, randomized, dose-escalation, phase 1 clinical trial

06. Juni 2022 | HIV

Safety and immunogenicity of an HIV-1 prefusion-stabilized envelope trimer (Trimer 4571) vaccine in healthy adults: A first-in-human open-label, randomized, dose-escalation, phase 1 clinical trial Houser, Katherine V. et al. eClinicalMedicine, V...

Comorbid opioid use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder

06. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Comorbid opioid use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder Elman, Igor et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(22)00192-4/fulltext

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Overdose: Lessons From Overdose Data to Action.

05. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Overdose: Lessons From Overdose Data to Action. Wisdom AC, Govindu M, Liu SJ, Meyers CM, Mellerson JL, Gervin DW, DePadilla L, Holland KM. Am J Prev Med. 2022 Jun;62(6S1):S40-S46. doi: 10.1016/j.amep...

Analysis of Stimulant Prescriptions and Drug-Related Poisoning Risk Among Persons Receiving Buprenorphine Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder.

05. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Analysis of Stimulant Prescriptions and Drug-Related Poisoning Risk Among Persons Receiving Buprenorphine Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder. Mintz CM, Xu KY, Presnall NJ, Hartz SM, Levin FR, Scherrer JF, Bierut LJ, Grucza RA. JAMA Ne...

Impact of illicit opioid use on markers of monocyte activation and systemic inflammation in people living with HIV.

05. Juni 2022 | HIV

Impact of illicit opioid use on markers of monocyte activation and systemic inflammation in people living with HIV. Kholodnaia A, So-Armah K, Cheng D, Gnatienko N, Patts G, Samet JH, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(5): e0265504. doi.org/10...

Hepatitis C Virus Prevalence, Medical Status Awareness and Treatment Engagement among Homeless People Who use Drugs: Results of a Street Outreach Study.

05. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Virus Prevalence, Medical Status Awareness and Treatment Engagement among Homeless People Who use Drugs: Results of a Street Outreach Study. Lasmanovich R, Shaked O, Sivan A, Barak I, Nahari M, Mor O, Katchman H. Subst Ab...

Association of a Common NOS1AP Variant with Attenuation of QTc Prolongation in Men with Heroin Dependence Undergoing Methadone Treatment.

05. Juni 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Association of a Common NOS1AP Variant with Attenuation of QTc Prolongation in Men with Heroin Dependence Undergoing Methadone Treatment. Chang KC, Chen KW, Huang CL, Liao WL, Wu MY, Lin YK, Shiao YT, Chung WH, Lin YN, Lane HY.&nb...

In vitro-in silico-based prediction of inter-individual and inter-ethnic variations in the dose-dependent cardiotoxicity of R- and S-methadone in humans.

05. Juni 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

In vitro-in silico-based prediction of inter-individual and inter-ethnic variations in the dose-dependent cardiotoxicity of R- and S-methadone in humans. Shi M, Dong Y, Bouwmeester H, Rietjens IMCM, Strikwold M. Arch Toxicol. 2022 May 23. ...

Sex-based differences in the predisposing factors of overdose: A retrospective study.

05. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Sex-based differences in the predisposing factors of overdose: A retrospective study. Tan ST, Lo CH, Liao CH, Su YJ. Biomed Rep. 2022 Jun;16(6):49. doi: 10.3892/br.2022.1532. Epub 2022 Apr 20. PMID: 35620313; PMCID: PMC9112373. http...

Poor Sleep Quality and Other Risk Factors for Unemployment Among Patients on Opioid Agonist Treatment.

05. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Poor Sleep Quality and Other Risk Factors for Unemployment Among Patients on Opioid Agonist Treatment. Huffman M, Cloeren M, Ware OD, Frey JJ, Greenblatt AD, Mosby A, Oliver M, Imboden R, Bazell A, Clement J, Diaz-Abad M. Subst Abuse...

Illicit Drug Use and Smell and Taste Dysfunction: A National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2013-2014.

05. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Illicit Drug Use and Smell and Taste Dysfunction: A National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2013-2014. Kao HH, Chen HH, Chiang KW, To SY, Li IH, Huang YC, Kao LT. Healthcare (Basel). 2022 May 13;10(5):909. doi: 10.3390/healt...

Unexpected clinical case of Pasteurella multocida infectious endocarditis in a patient with iv drug abuse: why epidemiological history matters.

05. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Unexpected clinical case of Pasteurella multocida infectious endocarditis in a patient with iv drug abuse: why epidemiological history matters. Rachina SA, Mukhina NV, Cherkasova NA, Komarova IS, Ushakova OE, Nasrulloeva SM, Burmi...

A Feasibility Study of Patients with Major Depression and Substance Use Disorders: Vortioxetine as Maintenance Treatment.

05. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

A Feasibility Study of Patients with Major Depression and Substance Use Disorders: Vortioxetine as Maintenance Treatment. Basurte-Villamor I, Vega P, Roncero C, Martínez-Raga J, Grau-López L, Aguilar L, Torrens M, Szerman N. Neuropsy...

Invasive fungal infection caused by curvularia species in a patient with intranasal drug use: A case report.

05. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Invasive fungal infection caused by curvularia species in a patient with intranasal drug use: A case report. Pham J, Kulla B, Johnson M. Med Mycol Case Rep. 2022 May 14;37:1-3. doi: 10.1016/j.mmcr.2022.05.005. PMID: 3562035...

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Preliminary Findings from Drug-Related Emergency Department Visits, 2021

04. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Preliminary Findings from Drug-Related Emergency Department Visits, 2021 Drug Abuse Warning Network (HHS Publication No. PEP22-07-03-001). Rockville, MD: Center for Behavioral Hea...

USA. Tracking the opioid overdose crisis. Have Black and White communities in America been affected the same?

04. Juni 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Tracking the opioid overdose crisis. Have Black and White communities in America been affected the same? Since the late 1990s, the United States has been experiencing an unprecedented overdose crisis driven primarily by opioids. Understandin...

Aspergillus tubingensis Endocarditis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

04. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Aspergillus tubingensis Endocarditis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Born T, Aruanno M, Kampouri E, Mombelli M, Monney P, Tozzi P, Lamoth F. Mycopathologia. 2022 Jun;187(2-3):249-258. doi: 10.1007/s11046-022-00621-0. Epu...

Vitamin B12 Levels, Substance Use Patterns and Clinical Characteristics among People with Severe Substance Use Disorders: A Cohort Study from Western Norway.

04. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Vitamin B12 Levels, Substance Use Patterns and Clinical Characteristics among People with Severe Substance Use Disorders: A Cohort Study from Western Norway. Madebo T, Bemanian M, Vold JH, Chowdhury R, Aas CF, Druckrey-Fiskaaen KT, Johansso...

Establishing a framework towards monitoring HCV microelimination among men who have sex with men living with HIV in Germany: A modeling analysis.

04. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Establishing a framework towards monitoring HCV microelimination among men who have sex with men living with HIV in Germany: A modeling analysis. Marquez LK, Ingiliz P, Boesecke C, Krznaric I, Schewe K, Lutz T, Mauss S, Christensen S, Rocks...

Impact of Co-occurring Drug Use, Hazardous Alcohol Use, and Mental Health Disorders on Drug Use Patterns in People With HIV and Hepatitis C Virus Infection.

04. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Impact of Co-occurring Drug Use, Hazardous Alcohol Use, and Mental Health Disorders on Drug Use Patterns in People With HIV and Hepatitis C Virus Infection. McCormick S, Ward KM, Sutcliffe CG, Irvin R, Chander G, Brooner RK, Mehta SH, Thoma...

Impact of Co-occurring Drug Use, Hazardous Alcohol Use, and Mental Health Disorders on Drug Use Patterns in People With HIV and Hepatitis C Virus Infection.

04. Juni 2022 | HIV

Impact of Co-occurring Drug Use, Hazardous Alcohol Use, and Mental Health Disorders on Drug Use Patterns in People With HIV and Hepatitis C Virus Infection.

04. Juni 2022 | Verschiedenes

Case study of hepatitis C virus control in Egypt: impact of access program.

04. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Case study of hepatitis C virus control in Egypt: impact of access program. Waked I. Antivir Ther. 2022 Apr;27(2):13596535211067592. doi: 10.1177/13596535211067592. PMID: 35491550. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1359653521...

Hepatitis C prevalence and key population size estimate updates in San Francisco: 2015 to 2019.

04. Juni 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C prevalence and key population size estimate updates in San Francisco: 2015 to 2019. Facente SN, Grinstein R, Bruhn R, Kaidarova Z, Wilson E, Hecht J, Burk K, Grebe E, Morris MD. PLoS One. 2022 May 11;17(5):e0267902. doi: 10.137...

USA. Vital Strategies: Overdose Prevention

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Vital Strategies: Overdose Prevention In the United States, the annual number of overdose deaths has surpassed firearm and car crash fatalities combined. The crisis of overdose is affecting US communities everywhere. Progress against ...

Risk of Overdose Associated With Co-prescription of Antipsychotics and Opioids: A Population-Based Cohort Study.

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Risk of Overdose Associated With Co-prescription of Antipsychotics and Opioids: A Population-Based Cohort Study. Szmulewicz AG, Bateman BT, Levin R, Huybrechts KF. Schizophr Bull. 2022 Mar 1;48(2):405-413. doi: 10.1093/schbul/sbab116...

A low-barrier, flexible safe supply program to prevent deaths from overdose

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

A low-barrier, flexible safe supply program to prevent deaths from overdose Sukhpreet Klaire, Christy Sutherland, Thomas Kerr, Mary Clare Kennedy CMAJ May 2022, 194 (19) E674-E676; DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.211515 https://www.cmaj.ca/content/194/...

Scientists are developing patch that warns of oncoming drug overdose

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Scientists are developing patch that warns of oncoming drug overdose With the United States facing an epidemic of drug overdoses, researchers are developing a wearable patch that can detect an oncoming opioid OD and deliver doses of a drug that c...

Australien. Five drug-induced deaths per day among Australians in 2020, report finds

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Australien. Five drug-induced deaths per day among Australians in 2020, report finds The latest Drug Trends report from UNSW’s National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre shows more than 1800 drug-induced deaths in Australia in 2020. (…) Prelimin...

USA. Nearly 108,000 overdose deaths in 2021 bear out a prediction from five years ago forecasting the devastating toll

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Nearly 108,000 overdose deaths in 2021 bear out a prediction from five years ago forecasting the devastating toll A grim prediction made half a decade ago by University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health epidemiologists and modelers has c...

USA. USA verzeichnen mehr Drogentote

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. USA verzeichnen mehr Drogentote Washington – Inmitten der Coronapandemie ist die Zahl der Drogentoten in den USA im vergangenen Jahr auf mehr als 100.000 gestiegen. Es seien 107.622 Menschen durch eine Drogenüberdosis gestorben, heißt es in ...

Rauschgift-Todesfälle 2021 nach Todesursachen

26. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Rauschgift-Todesfälle 2021 nach Todesursachen (Bundeskriminalamt Wiesbaden, 2022) https://www.bundesdrogenbeauftragter.de/assets/Presse/2022/220511_Tabelle_RG-Todesf%C3%A4lle_2021.pdf

Population-level estimates of hepatitis C reinfection post scale-up of direct-acting antivirals among people who inject drugs.

26. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Population-level estimates of hepatitis C reinfection post scale-up of direct-acting antivirals among people who inject drugs. Yeung A, Palmateer NE, Dillon JF, McDonald SA, Smith S, Barclay S, Hayes PC, Gunson RN, Templeton K, Goldberg DJ,...

NRW. Richtungsweisendes Modellprojekt zur Behandlung von Hepatitis C im Justizvollzug in Nordrhein-Westfalen vorgestellt

26. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

NRW. Richtungsweisendes Modellprojekt zur Behandlung von Hepatitis C im Justizvollzug in Nordrhein-Westfalen vorgestellt Projekt in der JVA Bochum unterstützt Ziel der Vereinten Nationen, Hepatitis C weltweit bis 2030 zu eliminieren. (Staat...

Variability in the unregulated opioid market in the context of extreme rates of overdose.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Variability in the unregulated opioid market in the context of extreme rates of overdose. Larnder A, Saatchi A, Borden SA, Moa B, Gill CG, Wallace B, Hore D. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2022 Mar 26;235:109427. doi: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2022...

A contingency management approach for treatment of methamphetamine use disorder and human immunodeficiency virus antiretroviral treatment adherence in pregnancy to prevent mother-to-child transmission: a case report.

08. Mai 2022 | HIV

A contingency management approach for treatment of methamphetamine use disorder and human immunodeficiency virus antiretroviral treatment adherence in pregnancy to prevent mother-to-child transmission: a case report. Turner S, Nader M, Luri...

Supporting people responding to overdoses.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Supporting people responding to overdoses. Marks C, Wagner KD. Lancet Public Health. 2022 Mar;7(3):e198-e199. doi: 10.1016/S2468-2667(22)00011-1. Epub 2022 Feb 10. PMID: 35151373. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PI...

Evaluation of Opioid Overdose Reports in Patients Treated with Extended-Release Naltrexone: Postmarketing Data from 2006 to 2018.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Evaluation of Opioid Overdose Reports in Patients Treated with Extended-Release Naltrexone: Postmarketing Data from 2006 to 2018. Jain P, McKinnell K, Marino R, Vunnava P, Liles-Burden MA, Desai A, Wenten M, Fratantonio J, Akerman SC, Sulli...

Unspecified opioids among opioid overdoses in Oslo, Norway.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Unspecified opioids among opioid overdoses in Oslo, Norway. Iqbal ZZ, Nguyen TMT, Brekke M, Vallersnes OM. BMC Res Notes. 2022 Apr 9;15(1):134. doi: 10.1186/s13104-022-06022-2. PMID: 35397589; PMCID: PMC8994352. https://www.ncbi.nlm...

Treatment of opioid overdose: current approaches and recent advances.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Treatment of opioid overdose: current approaches and recent advances. Britch SC, Walsh SL. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2022 Apr 7:1–19. doi: 10.1007/s00213-022-06125-5. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35385972; PMCID: PMC8986509. https://...

Serotonin Syndrome Precipitated by the Use of Cocaine and Fentanyl.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Serotonin Syndrome Precipitated by the Use of Cocaine and Fentanyl. Khan A, Lahmar A, Asif H, Haseeb M, Rai K. Cureus. 2022 Mar 3;14(3):e22805. doi: 10.7759/cureus.22805. PMID: 35399456; PMCID: PMC8980221. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.g...

Dental characteristics associated with methamphetamine use: analysis using forensic autopsy data.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Dental characteristics associated with methamphetamine use: analysis using forensic autopsy data. Mizuno S, Ono S, Takano A, Yasunaga H, Iwase H. BMC Oral Health. 2022 Apr 26;22(1):141. doi: 10.1186/s12903-022-02182-6. PMID: 35473930...

Tension pneumomediastinum from opioid inhalation.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Tension pneumomediastinum from opioid inhalation. Nene RV, Hryniewicki AT, Roderick E, Chicotka S, Vazquez MH, Thistlewaite PA, Coffey C, Odish MF. Am J Emerg Med. 2022 Mar;53:281.e5-281.e8. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2021.09.008. Epub...

Sexual Dysfunctions in Patients Receiving Opioid Agonist Treatment and Heroin-Assisted Treatment Compared to Patients in Private Practice-Identifying Group Differences and Predictors.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Sexual Dysfunctions in Patients Receiving Opioid Agonist Treatment and Heroin-Assisted Treatment Compared to Patients in Private Practice-Identifying Group Differences and Predictors. Meyer M, Brunner P, Geissmann L, Gürtler M, Schwager F, ...

Characteristics of depression, anxiety, impulsivity, and aggression among various types of drug users and factors for developing severe depression: a cross-sectional study.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Characteristics of depression, anxiety, impulsivity, and aggression among various types of drug users and factors for developing severe depression: a cross-sectional study. Luo D, Tan L, Shen D, Gao Z, Yu L, Lai M, Xu J, Li J. BMC Ps...

Simplifying HCV treatment: a pathway to elimination and model for delivering health care to vulnerable populations.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Simplifying HCV treatment: a pathway to elimination and model for delivering health care to vulnerable populations. Klein MB. Lancet Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2022 Apr;7(4):277-279. doi: 10.1016/S2468-1253(21)00467-2. Epub 2022 Jan 10. ...

HCV Elimination in Central Europe with Particular Emphasis on Microelimination in Prisons.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

HCV Elimination in Central Europe with Particular Emphasis on Microelimination in Prisons. Flisiak R, Zarębska-Michaluk D, Ciupkeviciene E, Drazilova S, Frankova S, Grgurevic I, Hunyady B, Jarcuska P, Kupčinskas L, Makara M, Saulite-Vanaga ...

Formal Hepatitis C Education Increases Willingness to Receive Therapy in an On-site Shelter-Based HCV Model of Care in Persons Experiencing Homelessness.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Formal Hepatitis C Education Increases Willingness to Receive Therapy in an On-site Shelter-Based HCV Model of Care in Persons Experiencing Homelessness. Partida D, Powell J, Ricco M, Naugle J, Magee C, Zevin B, Masson CL, Konadu Fokuo J, G...

Real-life experience of hepatitis C treatment in a Spanish prison.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Real-life experience of hepatitis C treatment in a Spanish prison. Tejera-Pérez RJ, Iglesias-Gómez A, Oliva-Oliva A, Rodríguez-Alonso B, Alonso-Sardón M, Sánchez Ledesma M, Carbonell-Muñoz C, Pendones Ulerio J, Muñoz-Bellido JL, Belhassen-García ...

Elimination of HCV in Russia: Barriers and Perspective.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Elimination of HCV in Russia: Barriers and Perspective. Isakov V, Nikityuk D. Viruses. 2022 Apr 11;14(4):790. doi: 10.3390/v14040790. PMID: 35458520; PMCID: PMC9024583. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9024583/

Factors associated with hepatitis C treatment adherence: an integrative review.

08. Mai 2022 | Hepatitiden

Factors associated with hepatitis C treatment adherence: an integrative review. Côco LT, Silva GF, Romeiro FG, Cerqueira ATAR. Cien Saude Colet. 2022 Apr;27(4):1359-1376. Portuguese, English. doi: 10.1590/1413-81232022274.06942021. E...

Severe bacterial infections in people who inject drugs: the role of injection-related tissue damage.

08. Mai 2022 | Verschiedenes

Severe bacterial infections in people who inject drugs: the role of injection-related tissue damage. Hrycko, A., Mateu-Gelabert, P., Ciervo, C. et al. Harm Reduct J 19, 41 (2022). doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00624-6 https://harmreduc...

Association between discontinuing chronic opioid therapy and newly diagnosed substance use disorders, accidents, self-inflicted injuries and drug overdoses within the prescribers' health care system: a retrospective cohort study.

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Association between discontinuing chronic opioid therapy and newly diagnosed substance use disorders, accidents, self-inflicted injuries and drug overdoses within the prescribers' health care system: a retrospective cohort study. Hayes CJ, ...

Kanada. Nearly 1 in 3 employees to die from an opioid overdose works in construction. Is the industry doing enough to confront the crisis?

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. Nearly 1 in 3 employees to die from an opioid overdose works in construction. Is the industry doing enough to confront the crisis? Amid a surge of fatal overdoses, Ontario’s construction industry is taking steps to raise awareness of the ...

Epidemiological trends in opioid-only and opioid/polysubstance-related death rates among American Indian/Alaska Native populations from 1999 to 2019: a retrospective longitudinal ecological study

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Epidemiological trends in opioid-only and opioid/polysubstance-related death rates among American Indian/Alaska Native populations from 1999 to 2019: a retrospective longitudinal ecological study Qeadan F, Madden EF, Mensah NA, et al BMJ Open 20...

Treatment of overdose in the synthetic opioid era. (2)

08. Mai 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Treatment of overdose in the synthetic opioid era. Skolnick P. Pharmacol Ther. 2022 May;233:108019. doi: 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2021.108019. Epub 2021 Oct 9. PMID: 34637841. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S016372582...

ECDC. Testing for tuberculosis infection and screening for tuberculosis disease among refugees arriving in European countries from Ukraine

07. Mai 2022 | TBC

ECDC. Testing for tuberculosis infection and screening for tuberculosis disease among refugees arriving in European countries from Ukraine This document provides an overview of public health guidance on testing for TB infection, TB preventive tre...

Association of Opioid Dose Reduction With Opioid Overdose and Opioid Use Disorder Among Patients Receiving High-Dose, Long-term Opioid Therapy in North Carolina.

28. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Association of Opioid Dose Reduction With Opioid Overdose and Opioid Use Disorder Among Patients Receiving High-Dose, Long-term Opioid Therapy in North Carolina. DiPrete BL, Ranapurwala SI, Maierhofer CN, et al. JAMA Netw Open. ...

Trends in Mortality From Novel Psychoactive Substances as “Legal Highs”: Gender Differences in Manner of Death and Implications for Risk Differences for Women

28. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Trends in Mortality From Novel Psychoactive Substances as “Legal Highs”: Gender Differences in Manner of Death and Implications for Risk Differences for Women Lucy Webb, Xin Shi, Christine Goodair and Survjit Cheeta Front. Psychiatry, 21 April 2...

USA. Overdoses, not COVID-19, drive spike in LA homeless deaths

28. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Overdoses, not COVID-19, drive spike in LA homeless deaths Nearly 2,000 homeless people died in Los Angeles County during the first year of the pandemic, an increase of 56% from the previous year, driven mainly by drug overdoses, authorities...

RKI: Viele Wohnungslose leiden an Hepatitis, HIV und Tuberkulose – ihnen fehlt oft der Zugang zu Diagnostik und Therapie

28. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

RKI: Viele Wohnungslose leiden an Hepatitis, HIV und Tuberkulose – ihnen fehlt oft der Zugang zu Diagnostik und Therapie Medscape - 22. Apr 2022. https://deutsch.medscape.com/artikelansicht/4911085

Six Moments of Infection Prevention in Injection Drug Use: An Educational Toolkit for Clinicians.

23. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Six Moments of Infection Prevention in Injection Drug Use: An Educational Toolkit for Clinicians. Harvey L, Boudreau J, Sliwinski SK, Strymish J, Gifford AL, Hyde J, Linsenmeyer K, Branch-Elliman W. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2022 Jan 6;...

Testing and treatment for latent tuberculosis infection in people living with HIV and substance dependence: a prospective cohort study.

23. April 2022 | TBC

Testing and treatment for latent tuberculosis infection in people living with HIV and substance dependence: a prospective cohort study. Runels T, Ragan EJ, Ventura AS, et al. BMJ Open. 2022;12(3):e058751. Published 2022 Mar 10. doi:1...

Identifying the changing age distribution of opioid-related mortality with high-frequency data.

23. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Identifying the changing age distribution of opioid-related mortality with high-frequency data. Paul LA, Li Y, Leece P, Gomes T, Bayoumi AM, Herring J, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(4): e0265509. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0265509 htt...

HIV among migrants in precarious circumstances in the EU and European Economic Area

23. April 2022 | HIV

HIV among migrants in precarious circumstances in the EU and European Economic Area Nöstlinger, Christiana et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(22)00032-7/fulltext

Schottland. For those at risk, isolation can be fatal

22. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Schottland. For those at risk, isolation can be fatal Evidence is clear that isolation from friends, family and support can place people who use drugs at higher risk of a fatal overdose. Equally, initial case studies have suggested that the distr...

Schottland. Mapping of Overdose Detection and Alert Technologies: A Summary

22. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Schottland. Mapping of Overdose Detection and Alert Technologies: A Summary This report is produced by the Overdose Detection and Responder Alert Technologies (ODART) Project, a partnership between the University of Stirling and St Andrews Univer...

The Role of Alcohol in the Overdose Crisis

22. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

The Role of Alcohol in the Overdose Crisis Much of the recent discourse in the addiction treatment and recovery community has touched upon the record-breaking rise in overdose deaths in the United States, as well as the sharp uptick in alcohol us...

The burden of mental disorders, substance use disorders and self-harm among young people in Europe, 1990-2019: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019.

22. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

The burden of mental disorders, substance use disorders and self-harm among young people in Europe, 1990-2019: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. Castelpietra G, Knudsen AKS, Agardh EE, Armocida B, Beghi M, Iburg KM, Log...

Tuberculosis services disrupted by war in Ukraine

22. April 2022 | TBC

Tuberculosis services disrupted by war in Ukraine Holt, Ed The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 22, Issue 5, e129 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(22)00214-6/fulltext

Deutschland. Finde HIV-Einrichtungen in deiner Nähe

12. April 2022 | HIV

Deutschland. Finde HIV-Einrichtungen in deiner Nähe Herzlich willkommen auf kompass.hiv – dem Adressverzeichnis rund um HIV/Aids und sexuelle Gesundheit. Hier gibt es Adressen von Aidshilfen, Checkpoints und anderen Beratungs-, Test- od...

Prevalence and correlates of suicide attempts in high-risk populations: a cross-sectional study among patients receiving opioid agonist therapy in Norway.

09. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence and correlates of suicide attempts in high-risk populations: a cross-sectional study among patients receiving opioid agonist therapy in Norway. Vold JH, Løberg EM, Aas CF, Steier JA, Johansson KA, Fadnes LT. BMC Psychiatry...

USA. Provisional Drug Overdose Death Counts

09. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Provisional Drug Overdose Death Counts This data visualization presents provisional counts for drug overdose deaths based on a current flow of mortality data in the National Vital Statistics System. (National Center for Health Statistics, US...

Knowledge of hepatitis C and awareness of reinfection risk among people who successfully completed direct acting antiviral therapy.

09. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Knowledge of hepatitis C and awareness of reinfection risk among people who successfully completed direct acting antiviral therapy. Yazdani K, Dolguikh K, Zhang W, Shayegi-Nik S, Ly J, Cooper S, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(3): e0265811...

Addiction, Volume 117, Issue 5, Pages: 1185-1503, May 2022

09. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Addiction, Volume 117, Issue 5, Pages: 1185-1503, May 2022 Responding to 100 000 annual drug overdose deaths in the United States: a special section of commentaries https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/13600443/2022/117/5

Antipsychotic Polypharmacy-Related Cardiovascular Morbidity and Mortality: A Comprehensive Review.

05. April 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Antipsychotic Polypharmacy-Related Cardiovascular Morbidity and Mortality: A Comprehensive Review. Edinoff AN, Ellis ED, Nussdorf LM, Hill TW, Cornett EM, Kaye AM, Kaye AD. Neurol Int. 2022 Mar 17;14(1):294-309. doi: 10.3390/neurolin...

Long-term follow-up assessment of opioid use outcomes among individuals with comorbid mental disorders and opioid use disorder treated with buprenorphine or methadone in a randomized clinical trial.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Long-term follow-up assessment of opioid use outcomes among individuals with comorbid mental disorders and opioid use disorder treated with buprenorphine or methadone in a randomized clinical trial. Hser YI, Zhu Y, Fei Z, Mooney LJ, Evans E...

Comparing the Effects of Melatonin and Zolpidem on Mental Health and Sexual Function in Men With Opioid Addiction: Evidence From a Randomized Clinical Trial.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Comparing the Effects of Melatonin and Zolpidem on Mental Health and Sexual Function in Men With Opioid Addiction: Evidence From a Randomized Clinical Trial. Amini Z, Moeini M, Etminani N. Front Psychiatry. 2022 Feb 28;13:850480. doi...

Case report: Refractory cardiogenic shock caused by methadone poisoning and treated with hybrid ECMO.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Case report: Refractory cardiogenic shock caused by methadone poisoning and treated with hybrid ECMO. Beurton A, Goncalves R, Imbault J, Repusseau B, Ouattara A. Therapie. 2022 Mar 4:S0040-5957(22)00043-9. doi: 10.1016/j.therap.2022....

Chronic Pelvic Pain and Sexual Dysfunction Among Females and Males Receiving Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Chronic Pelvic Pain and Sexual Dysfunction Among Females and Males Receiving Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder. Reichmann G, Parlier-Ahmad AB, Beck L, Thakkar B, Alappattu M, Boissoneault J, Martin CE. Front Pain Res (Lausanne). 2022 Jan 1...

Prediction of cytochromes P450 3A and 2C19 modulation by both inflammation and drug interactions using physiologically based pharmacokinetics.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Prediction of cytochromes P450 3A and 2C19 modulation by both inflammation and drug interactions using physiologically based pharmacokinetics. Lenoir C, Niederer A, Rollason V, Desmeules JA, Daali Y, Samer CF. CPT Pharmacometrics Sys...

Is high sensitive-troponin I a reliable biomarker for cardiac injury in methadone toxicity? A prospective cross-sectional study.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Is high sensitive-troponin I a reliable biomarker for cardiac injury in methadone toxicity? A prospective cross-sectional study. Shemirani H, Sadeghi M, Dehkordi AD, Gheshlaghi F. BMC Pharmacol Toxicol. 2022 Mar 23;23(1):17. doi: 10....

Genome-wide association meta-analyses identify novel genetic risk loci and polygenic phenotype associations for heroin, methamphetamine and alcohol dependences.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Genome-wide association meta-analyses identify novel genetic risk loci and polygenic phenotype associations for heroin, methamphetamine and alcohol dependences. Chang SH, Sun Y, Wang F, Chang XW, Zhang YJ, Jia TY, Sun HQ, Yue WH, Wu P, Lu L...

Dynamics and correlations in multiplex immune profiling reveal persistent immune inflammation in male drug users after withdrawal.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Dynamics and correlations in multiplex immune profiling reveal persistent immune inflammation in male drug users after withdrawal. Re GF, Jia J, Xu Y, Zhang Z, Xie ZR, Kong D, Lu D, Li Y, Peng QY, Yu J, Kuang YQ, Wang KH. Int Immunop...

Frontal Lobe Functions, Demoralization, Depression and Craving as Prognostic Factors and Positive Outcomes of Patients with Heroin Use Disorder Receiving 6 Months of Methadone Maintenance Treatment.

05. April 2022 | Verschiedenes

Frontal Lobe Functions, Demoralization, Depression and Craving as Prognostic Factors and Positive Outcomes of Patients with Heroin Use Disorder Receiving 6 Months of Methadone Maintenance Treatment. Chang TG, Yen TT, Hsu WY, Chang SM. ...

Intervention in an opioid overdose event increases interest in treatment among individuals with opioid use disorder.

05. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Intervention in an opioid overdose event increases interest in treatment among individuals with opioid use disorder. Jones JD, Campbell AN, Brandt L, Castillo F, Abbott R, Comer SD. Subst Abus. 2021;42(4):407-411. doi: 10.1080/088970...

Fourth Wave of Opioid (Illicit Drug) Overdose Deaths and Diminishing Access to Prescription Opioids and Interventional Techniques: Cause and Effect.

05. April 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Fourth Wave of Opioid (Illicit Drug) Overdose Deaths and Diminishing Access to Prescription Opioids and Interventional Techniques: Cause and Effect. Manchikanti L, Singh VM, Staats PS, Trescot AM, Prunskis J, Knezevic NN, Soin A, Kaye AD, A...

Hepatitis C diagnosis and treatment in people who use drugs: mind the gap in the linkage to care.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C diagnosis and treatment in people who use drugs: mind the gap in the linkage to care. Taibi C, Luzzitelli I, Visco Comandini U, Girardi E, Monacelli G, Rapisarda LM, Garbuglia AR, Minosse C, Guarrasi V, Vincenzi L, Iacomi F, D'O...

Modeling hepatitis C micro-elimination among people who inject drugs with direct-acting antivirals in metropolitan Chicago.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Modeling hepatitis C micro-elimination among people who inject drugs with direct-acting antivirals in metropolitan Chicago. Tatara E, Gutfraind A, Collier NT, Echevarria D, Cotler SJ, Major ME, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE 17(3): e0264983....

Effectiveness of Interventions for Prevention of Common Infections Among Opioid Users: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Effectiveness of Interventions for Prevention of Common Infections Among Opioid Users: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews. Puzhko S, Eisenberg MJ, Filion KB, Windle SB, Hébert-Losier A, Gore G, Paraskevopoulos E, Martel MO, Kudrina I...

Comparison of the Efficacies of Direct-Acting Antiviral Treatment for HCV Infection in People Who Inject Drugs and Non-Drug Users.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Comparison of the Efficacies of Direct-Acting Antiviral Treatment for HCV Infection in People Who Inject Drugs and Non-Drug Users. Hsu JT, Hsu PI, Shie CB, Chuah SK, Wu IT, Huang WW, Tang SY, Tsai KF, Kuo LF, Ghose S, Hsu JC, Shih CA. ...

Hepatitis C: Standard of Treatment and What to Do for Global Elimination.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C: Standard of Treatment and What to Do for Global Elimination. Di Marco L, La Mantia C, Di Marco V. Viruses. 2022 Feb 28;14(3):505. doi: 10.3390/v14030505. PMID: 35336911; PMCID: PMC8954407. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/p...

The Importance of Prisons in Achieving Hepatitis C Elimination: Insights from the Australian Experience.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

The Importance of Prisons in Achieving Hepatitis C Elimination: Insights from the Australian Experience. Winter RJ, Holmes JA, Papaluca TJ, Thompson AJ. Viruses. 2022 Feb 28;14(3):497. doi: 10.3390/v14030497. PMID: 35336905; PMCID: P...

Barriers of linkage to HCV viremia testing among people who inject drugs in Georgia.

05. April 2022 | Hepatitiden

Barriers of linkage to HCV viremia testing among people who inject drugs in Georgia. Butsashvili M, Abzianidze T, Kamkamidze G, Gulbiani L, Gvinjilia L, Kuchuloria T, Tskhomelidze I, Gogia M, Tsereteli M, Miollany V, Kikvidze T, Shadaker S,...

Gaps in hepatitis C virus prevention and care for HIV-hepatitis C virus co-infected people who inject drugs in Canada.

27. März 2022 | Hepatitiden

Gaps in hepatitis C virus prevention and care for HIV-hepatitis C virus co-infected people who inject drugs in Canada. Lanièce Delaunay C, Maheu-Giroux M, Marathe G, Saeed S, Martel-Laferrière V, Cooper CL, Walmsley S, Cox J, Wong A, Klein ...

Gaps in hepatitis C virus prevention and care for HIV-hepatitis C virus co-infected people who inject drugs in Canada.

27. März 2022 | HIV

The intersecting pandemics of tuberculosis and COVID-19: population-level and patient-level impact, clinical presentation, and corrective interventions

27. März 2022 | TBC

The intersecting pandemics of tuberculosis and COVID-19: population-level and patient-level impact, clinical presentation, and corrective interventions Dheda, Keertan et al. The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.t...

Kanada. Drug Users Are Losing Their Fingers and Toes After Shooting ‘Tranq Dope’

27. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Kanada. Drug Users Are Losing Their Fingers and Toes After Shooting ‘Tranq Dope’ In Philadelphia, the animal tranquilizer xylazine has infiltrated the opioid supply, and it's been linked to horrific wounds and amputations. (VICE, Kanada, 22.03.20...

Characteristics of White Matter Integrity During Different Phases of Abstinence in Heroin Use Disorders,

27. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Characteristics of White Matter Integrity During Different Phases of Abstinence in Heroin Use Disorders, Zhu, Jia MM; Yan, Xuejiao MM; Lyu, Zhuomin MD; Wang, Shu ME; Chen, Jiajie MM; Wang, Wei MD; Li, Qiang MD; Li, Wei MD Journal of ...

Wearable device aims to cut overdose deaths

27. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Wearable device aims to cut overdose deaths A University of Dundee academic is to head up the clinical trial of a wearable device that aims to reduce the growing number of fatal opioid overdoses in Scotland. (University of Dundee, UK, 28.02...

USA. Provisional drug overdose death counts. National Center for Health Statistics. 2021.

27. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Provisional drug overdose death counts. National Center for Health Statistics. 2021. Ahmad FB, Rossen LM, Sutton P. Designed by LM Rossen, A Lipphardt, FB Ahmad, JM Keralis, and Y Chong: National Center for Health Statistics. https:/...

Convergence of case-specific epigenetic alterations identify a confluence of genetic vulnerabilities tied to opioid overdose.

27. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Convergence of case-specific epigenetic alterations identify a confluence of genetic vulnerabilities tied to opioid overdose. Corradin, O., Sallari, R., Hoang, A.T. et al. Mol Psychiatry (2022). doi.org/10.1038/s41380-022-01477-y...

First mRNA HIV Vaccine Clinical Trial Launches.

26. März 2022 | HIV

First mRNA HIV Vaccine Clinical Trial Launches. Abbasi J. JAMA. 2022;327(10):909. doi:10.1001/jama.2022.2699 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2789679

Alcohol, smoking, recreational drug use and association with virological outcomes among people living with HIV: cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses.

26. März 2022 | HIV

Alcohol, smoking, recreational drug use and association with virological outcomes among people living with HIV: cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses. Jones, TPW, Lampe, FC, Arenas-Pinto, A, et al; for the ASTRA Study Gro...

Acceptability of a HIV self-testing program among people who use illicit drugs.

26. März 2022 | HIV

Acceptability of a HIV self-testing program among people who use illicit drugs. Peiper NC, Shamblen S, Gilbertson A, Guest G, Kopp M, Guy L, Rose MR. Int J Drug Policy. 2022 Mar 4;103:103613. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103613. Epub a...

Tuberkulose: Rückgang in Deutschland, aber weltweit problematische Entwicklung

26. März 2022 | TBC

Tuberkulose: Rückgang in Deutschland, aber weltweit problematische Entwicklung Berlin/Genf – Die Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) warnt vor einer Zunahme von Tuberkulose (TB)-Erkrankungen und -Todesfällen. 2020 habe die Zahl der tuberkulosebedin...

Tuberculosis screening among HIV-positive inpatients: a systematic review and individual participant data meta-analysis

26. März 2022 | TBC

Tuberculosis screening among HIV-positive inpatients: a systematic review and individual participant data meta-analysis Dhana, Ashar et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(...

RKI. Themenseite Tuberkulose.

26. März 2022 | TBC

RKI. Themenseite Tuberkulose. Stand März 2022 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/T/Tuberkulose/Tuberkulose.html

Welttuberkulosetag 2022

26. März 2022 | TBC

Welttuberkulosetag 2022 Robert Koch Institut, Epidemiologisches Bulletin, 11/2022, 17. März 2022 https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/Infekt/EpidBull/Archiv/2022/Ausgaben/11_22.pdf

“25 years of surveillance of drug-resistant tuberculosis: achievements, challenges, and way forward.”

26. März 2022 | TBC

“25 years of surveillance of drug-resistant tuberculosis: achievements, challenges, and way forward.” Dean, Anna S et al. The Lancet. Infectious diseases, S1473-3099(21)00808-2. 3 Mar. 2022, doi:10.1016/S1473-3099(21)00808-2 https:/...

Surge of HIV, tuberculosis and COVID feared amid war in Ukraine

22. März 2022 | TBC

Surge of HIV, tuberculosis and COVID feared amid war in Ukraine Infectious diseases are likely to spread as Russia’s invasion displaces people and disrupts health services. (Nature, USA, 15.03.2022) https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-022-007...

Transmission Of Tuberculosis Among illicit drug use Linkages (TOTAL): A cross-sectional observational study protocol using respondent driven sampling.

09. März 2022 | TBC

Transmission Of Tuberculosis Among illicit drug use Linkages (TOTAL): A cross-sectional observational study protocol using respondent driven sampling. Carney T, Rooney JA, Niemand N, Myers B, Theron D, Wood R, et al. (2022) PLoS ONE ...

Emergency department visits and trends related to cocaine, psychostimulants, and opioids in the United States, 2008-2018.

09. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Emergency department visits and trends related to cocaine, psychostimulants, and opioids in the United States, 2008-2018. Suen LW, Davy-Mendez T, LeSaint KT, Riley ED, Coffin PO. BMC Emerg Med. 2022 Feb 4;22(1):19. doi: 10.1186/s1287...

Polysubstance use poisoning deaths in Canada: an analysis of trends from 2014 to 2017 using mortality data.

09. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Polysubstance use poisoning deaths in Canada: an analysis of trends from 2014 to 2017 using mortality data. Konefal S, Sherk A, Maloney-Hall B, Young M, Kent P, Biggar E. BMC Public Health. 2022 Feb 10;22(1):269. doi: 10.1186/s12889-...

Evaluation of Increases in Drug Overdose Mortality Rates in the US by Race and Ethnicity Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

09. März 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Evaluation of Increases in Drug Overdose Mortality Rates in the US by Race and Ethnicity Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Friedman JR, Hansen H. JAMA Psychiatry. Published online March 02, 2022. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatr...

Diphenhydramine-Induced Torsade De Pointes With Pharmacological Cardioversion in a Patient With Methadone-Induced QT Prolongation.

09. März 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Diphenhydramine-Induced Torsade De Pointes With Pharmacological Cardioversion in a Patient With Methadone-Induced QT Prolongation. Hoffman JP, Serdiuk AA, Escher AR Jr, Bordoni B, Evans R. Cureus. 2022 Feb 23;14(2):e22534. doi: 10.77...

A Case Report on QTc Prolongation: Understanding the Medication Risks and Electrolyte Imbalance.

09. März 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

A Case Report on QTc Prolongation: Understanding the Medication Risks and Electrolyte Imbalance. Jha S. Cureus. 2022 Jan 19;14(1):e21421. doi: 10.7759/cureus.21421. PMID: 35198326; PMCID: PMC8855979. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc...

The best QT correction formula in a non-hospitalized population: the Fasa PERSIAN cohort study.

09. März 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

The best QT correction formula in a non-hospitalized population: the Fasa PERSIAN cohort study. Yazdanpanah MH, Naghizadeh MM, Sayyadipoor S, Farjam M. BMC Cardiovasc Disord. 2022 Feb 16;22(1):52. doi: 10.1186/s12872-022-02502-2. PMI...

CYP2B6 allelic variants and non-genetic factors influence CYP2B6 enzyme function.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

CYP2B6 allelic variants and non-genetic factors influence CYP2B6 enzyme function. Mangó K, Kiss ÁF, Fekete F, Erdős R, Monostory K. Sci Rep. 2022 Feb 22;12(1):2984. doi: 10.1038/s41598-022-07022-9. PMID: 35194103; PMCID: PMC8863776. ...

Simulated Cost-effectiveness and Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Addiction Care and Antibiotic Therapy Strategies for Patients With Injection Drug Use–Associated Infective Endocarditis.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Simulated Cost-effectiveness and Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Addiction Care and Antibiotic Therapy Strategies for Patients With Injection Drug Use–Associated Infective Endocarditis. Adams JW, Savinkina A, Hudspeth JC, et al. JAMA ...

Opioid use disorder in anaesthesia and intensive care: Prevention, diagnosis and management.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Opioid use disorder in anaesthesia and intensive care: Prevention, diagnosis and management. Murnion BP, Demirkol A. Anaesth Intensive Care. 2022 Feb 21:310057X211066929. doi: 10.1177/0310057X211066929. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 351...

Psychomotor Symptoms in Chronic Cocaine Users: An Interpretative Model.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Psychomotor Symptoms in Chronic Cocaine Users: An Interpretative Model. Cenci D, Carbone MG, Callegari C, Maremmani I. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Feb 8;19(3):1897. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19031897. PMID: 35162918; PMCID: PMC883...

Hearing and Vestibular Loss with Misuse of Opioids and Illicit Drugs: A Review of the Literature.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Hearing and Vestibular Loss with Misuse of Opioids and Illicit Drugs: A Review of the Literature. Hughes ML, Rodriguez AI, Hatch J, Zoucha K. Audiol Neurootol. 2022 Feb 16:1-11. doi: 10.1159/000521965. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 3517...

Epigenetic Regulatory Dynamics in Models of Methamphetamine-Use Disorder.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Epigenetic Regulatory Dynamics in Models of Methamphetamine-Use Disorder. Jayanthi S, McCoy MT, Cadet JL. Genes (Basel). 2021 Oct 14;12(10):1614. doi: 10.3390/genes12101614. PMID: 34681009; PMCID: PMC8535492. https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...

Prevalence of Respiratory Disorders during Sleep among Subjects of Methadone Maintenance Therapy Program.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Prevalence of Respiratory Disorders during Sleep among Subjects of Methadone Maintenance Therapy Program. Talaei A, Afzaljavan F, Niroumand S, Nejati R. Addict Health. 2021 Jul;13(3):176-184. doi: 10.22122/ahj.v13i3.311. PMID: 351408...

Tetanus: A Rare Complication of Black Tar Heroin Use.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Tetanus: A Rare Complication of Black Tar Heroin Use. Pichlinski EM, Hoff E, Epperson LC, Morley E, Cao JD, Thoppil J, Field S, Mehta P, Good D, Nijhawan AE. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2021 Dec 23;9(3):ofab613. doi: 10.1093/ofid/ofab613....

Managing Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Precipitated by Anesthesia-assisted Rapid Opioid Detoxification: A Case Report.

09. März 2022 | Verschiedenes

Managing Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Precipitated by Anesthesia-assisted Rapid Opioid Detoxification: A Case Report. Sobin MF, Ngo L, Lawrence DT, Kirwen A. Clin Pract Cases Emerg Med. 2022 Feb;6(1):25-28. doi: 10.5811/cpcem.2021.9.53868...

Stigma and ART initiation among people with HIV and a lifetime history of illicit drug use in Saint-Petersburg, Russia-A prospective cohort analysis.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Stigma and ART initiation among people with HIV and a lifetime history of illicit drug use in Saint-Petersburg, Russia-A prospective cohort analysis. Vetrova M, Lodi S, Rateau L, Patts G, Blokhina E, Palatkin V, Yaroslavtseva T, Toussova O,...

The impact of peer support on testing, linkage to and engagement in HIV care for people who inject drugs in Indonesia: qualitative perspectives from a community-led study.

09. März 2022 | HIV

The impact of peer support on testing, linkage to and engagement in HIV care for people who inject drugs in Indonesia: qualitative perspectives from a community-led study. Iryawan AR, Stoicescu C, Sjahrial F, Nio K, Dominich A. Harm ...

Incidence and Risk Factors of Reinfection with HCV after Treatment in People Living with HIV.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Incidence and Risk Factors of Reinfection with HCV after Treatment in People Living with HIV. Cheng CY, Ku SY, Lin YC, Chen CP, Cheng SH, Lin IF. Viruses. 2022 Feb 21;14(2):439. doi: 10.3390/v14020439. PMID: 35216032; PMCID: PMC88745...

HIV clinic-based extended-release naltrexone versus treatment as usual for people with HIV and opioid use disorder: a non-blinded, randomized non-inferiority trial.

09. März 2022 | HIV

HIV clinic-based extended-release naltrexone versus treatment as usual for people with HIV and opioid use disorder: a non-blinded, randomized non-inferiority trial. Korthuis, PT, Cook, RR, Lum, PJ, Waddell, EN, Tookes, H...

Social Support is Key to Retention in Care during Covid-19 Pandemic among Older People with HIV and Substance Use Disorders in Ukraine.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Social Support is Key to Retention in Care during Covid-19 Pandemic among Older People with HIV and Substance Use Disorders in Ukraine. Rozanova J, Shenoi S, Zaviryukha I, Zeziulin O, Kiriazova T, Rich K, Mamedova E, Yariy V. Subst U...

Anxiety, depression, and quality of life among HIV positive injection drug users in Ukraine, 2017.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Anxiety, depression, and quality of life among HIV positive injection drug users in Ukraine, 2017. Vasylyev M, Davtyan H, Denisiuk O, Chadwick Jayaraj J, Koval T, Piddubna A, Sluzhynska M, Sluzhynska O, Mulcahy F. J Infect Dev Ctries...

Assessing the influence of conflict on the dynamics of sex work and the HIV and HCV epidemics in Ukraine: protocol for an observational, ethnographic, and mathematical modeling study.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Assessing the influence of conflict on the dynamics of sex work and the HIV and HCV epidemics in Ukraine: protocol for an observational, ethnographic, and mathematical modeling study. Becker M, Balakireva O, Pavlova D, Isac S, Cheuk E, Robe...

Stigma reduction is key to improving the HIV care continuum

09. März 2022 | HIV

Stigma reduction is key to improving the HIV care continuum Poteat, Tonia C et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 9, Issue 3, e144 - e145 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(21)00323-4/fulltext

Global assessment of existing HIV and key population stigma indicators: A data mapping exercise to inform country-level stigma measurement.

09. März 2022 | HIV

Global assessment of existing HIV and key population stigma indicators: A data mapping exercise to inform country-level stigma measurement. Lyons C, Bendaud V, Bourey C, Erkkola T, Ravichandran I, Syarif O, et al. (2022) PLoS Med 19(...

A highly virulent variant of HIV-1 circulating in the Netherlands.

09. März 2022 | HIV

A highly virulent variant of HIV-1 circulating in the Netherlands. Wymant C, Bezemer D, Blanquart F, Ferretti L, Gall A, Hall M, Golubchik T, Bakker M, Ong SH, Zhao L, Bonsall D, de Cesare M, MacIntyre-Cockett G, Abeler-Dörner L, Albert J, ...

Virulente HIV-Variante aus den Niederlanden führt (unbehandelt) schneller zu Aids

09. März 2022 | HIV

Virulente HIV-Variante aus den Niederlanden führt (unbehandelt) schneller zu Aids Oxford – Britische Forscher haben eine Variante des HI-Virus entdeckt, die sich schneller im Körper vermehrt und das Immunsystem unbehandelt bereits nach 9 Monaten ...

People Who Inject Drugs and have tuberculosis: Opioid Substitution Therapy improves treatment outcomes in Ukraine. (2)

02. März 2022 | TBC

People Who Inject Drugs and have tuberculosis: Opioid Substitution Therapy improves treatment outcomes in Ukraine. Fomenko T, Meteliuk A, Korinchuk L, Denisiuk O, Aslanyan G, Islam Z, Zachariah R. J Infect Dev Ctries. 2021 Sep 29;15(9.1):51S-57S...

Risk of Opioid Overdose Associated With Concomitant Use of Oxycodone and Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors.

27. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Risk of Opioid Overdose Associated With Concomitant Use of Oxycodone and Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors. Yunusa I, Gagne JJ, Yoshida K, Bykov K. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(2):e220194. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.0194 ...

Kanada. Let’s Talk Overdose 2022 (6.-7.4.2022)

23. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Kanada. Let’s Talk Overdose 2022 (6.-7.4.2022) April 6, 2022: Prevention and early intervention in high-risk substance use and overdose among youth April 7, 2022: Synergy for Change! Submissions for e-Posters, Lightning Talks and videos wi...

New Yorker Patientin durch Stammzellen aus Nabelschnurblut von HIV geheilt

23. Februar 2022 | HIV

New Yorker Patientin durch Stammzellen aus Nabelschnurblut von HIV geheilt Los Angeles – Mediziner haben an einer Klinik in New York eine Frau mit Stammzellen aus Nabelschnurblut von einer HIV-Infektion kuriert. Die Behandlung wurde mit einer kon...

Strategietreffen Virushepatitis 2022 Aktuelles Positionspapier im Kampf gegen Hepatitis B und C

23. Februar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Strategietreffen Virushepatitis 2022 Aktuelles Positionspapier im Kampf gegen Hepatitis B und C Gegen Hepatitis C gibt es hochwirksame Therapien – nun soll es mit Aufklärung, Prävention und Früherkennung auch gelingen, sie zu den Betroffenen zu b...

Overdose deaths involving non-BZD hypnotic/sedatives in the USA: Trends analyses

23. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Overdose deaths involving non-BZD hypnotic/sedatives in the USA: Trends analyses Tardelli, Vitor S. et al. The Lancet Regional Health – Americas, Volume 0, Issue 0, 100190 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanam/article/PIIS2667-193X(22)...

Ageing and older people who use illicit opioids, cocaine or methamphetamine: a scoping review and literature map.

23. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Ageing and older people who use illicit opioids, cocaine or methamphetamine: a scoping review and literature map. Zolopa, C, Høj, SB, Minoyan, N, Bruneau, J, Makarenko, I, Larney, S. Addiction. 2022;&nbs...

Golden opportunity for intervention? Identifying vitamin D deficiency in patients with substance use disorders in hospital.

23. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Golden opportunity for intervention? Identifying vitamin D deficiency in patients with substance use disorders in hospital. Smith EN, Gee S, O'Brien G, Vicente PA, Griffith R, Patel R, Stapleton J, Finch E, Shah N, Gaughran F, Taylor D, Str...

UK. Shooting Up: infections among people who inject drugs in the UK

15. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

USA – San Francisco. Are The City’s overdose treatments working? It’s impossible to tell

15. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA – San Francisco. Are The City’s overdose treatments working? It’s impossible to tell As drug crisis grows more urgent, experts say there’s a murky path ahead. (San Francisco Examiner, USA, 02.02.2022) https://www.sfexaminer.com/findings/are-...

Study examines years of life lost for adolescents, young adults to drug overdose

15. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Study examines years of life lost for adolescents, young adults to drug overdose The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine examined the unintentional drug overdose mortality in years of life lost among adolescents an...

"Speedballing" to Severe Rhabdomyolysis and Hemodialysis in a 27-Year-Old Male.

15. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

"Speedballing" to Severe Rhabdomyolysis and Hemodialysis in a 27-Year-Old Male. Maheshwari M, Athiraman H. Cureus. 2021 Dec 24;13(12):e20667. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20667. PMID: 34976547; PMCID: PMC8712215. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov...

Luc Montagnier, Nobel-Winning Co-Discoverer of H.I.V., Dies at 89

15. Februar 2022 | HIV

Luc Montagnier, Nobel-Winning Co-Discoverer of H.I.V., Dies at 89 (New York Times, USA, 10.02.2022) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/10/science/luc-montagnier-dead.html

Nobelpreisträger und HIV-Entdecker Luc Montagnier gestorben

15. Februar 2022 | HIV

Nobelpreisträger und HIV-Entdecker Luc Montagnier gestorben Paris – Der Nobelpreisträger und französische Entdecker des Aids-Erregers HIV, Luc Montagnier, ist tot. Der Mediziner starb im Alter von 89 Jahren, wie das Wissenschaftsministerium in Pa...

Alarming Tuberculosis Rate Among People Who Inject Drugs in Vietnam.

08. Februar 2022 | TBC

Alarming Tuberculosis Rate Among People Who Inject Drugs in Vietnam. Nagot N, Hai VV, Dong TTT, Hai OKT, Rapoud D, Hoang GT, Quillet C, Minh KP, Vallo R, Nham TTT, Castellani J, Feelemyer J, Des Jarlais DC, Nguyen LP, Van Le H, Nguyen NV, V...

"It's called overamping": experiences of overdose among people who use methamphetamine.

08. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

"It's called overamping": experiences of overdose among people who use methamphetamine. Harding RW, Wagner KT, Fiuty P, Smith KP, Page K, Wagner KD. Harm Reduct J. 2022 Jan 16;19(1):4. doi: 10.1186/s12954-022-00588-7. PMID: 35034643;...

USA. Suicides by drug overdose increased among young people, elderly people, and Black women, despite overall downward trend

08. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Suicides by drug overdose increased among young people, elderly people, and Black women, despite overall downward trend A new study of intentional drug overdose deaths, or suicides by an overdose of a medication or drug, found an overall dec...

Factors Associated With Opioid Overdose After an Initial Opioid Prescription.

08. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Factors Associated With Opioid Overdose After an Initial Opioid Prescription. Weiner SG, El Ibrahimi S, Hendricks MA, Hallvik SE, Hildebran C, Fischer MA, Weiss RD, Boyer EW, Kreiner PW, Wright DA, Flores DP, Ritter GA. JAMA Netw Ope...

Open-access database of literature derived drug-related Torsade de Pointes cases.

08. Februar 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Open-access database of literature derived drug-related Torsade de Pointes cases. Krumpholz L, Wiśniowska B, Polak S. BMC Pharmacol Toxicol. 2022 Jan 10;23(1):7. doi: 10.1186/s40360-021-00548-0. Erratum in: BMC Pharmacol Toxicol. 202...

Brugada syndrome: should we be screening patients before prescribing psychotropic medication?

08. Februar 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Brugada syndrome: should we be screening patients before prescribing psychotropic medication? Attard A, Stanniland C, Attard S, Iles A, Rajappan K. Ther Adv Psychopharmacol. 2022 Jan 28;12:20451253211067017. doi: 10.1177/204512532110...

Loperamide-Induced Torsades de Pointes.

08. Februar 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Loperamide-Induced Torsades de Pointes. Isang E, Shali L, Morris CB, Mahlow J. Cureus. 2021 Dec 9;13(12):e20299. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20299. PMID: 35028205; PMCID: PMC8747988. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8747988/

Acceptability, feasibility, and pilot results of the tele-harm reduction intervention for rapid initiation of antiretrovirals among people who inject drugs.

08. Februar 2022 | HIV

Acceptability, feasibility, and pilot results of the tele-harm reduction intervention for rapid initiation of antiretrovirals among people who inject drugs. Tookes HE, Bartholomew TS, Suarez E, Ekowo E, Ginoza M, Forrest DW, Serota DP, Rodr...

A rare case of renal infarction due to heroin and amphetamine abuse: case report.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

A rare case of renal infarction due to heroin and amphetamine abuse: case report. Khokhar S, Garcia D, Thirumaran R. BMC Nephrol. 2022 Jan 12;23(1):28. doi: 10.1186/s12882-021-02642-1. PMID: 35021999; PMCID: PMC8756614. https://www.ncbi.n...

Modulation of Attentional Bias to Drug and Affective Cues by Therapeutic and Neuropsychological Factors in Patients With Opioid Use Disorder on Methadone Maintenance Therapy.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Modulation of Attentional Bias to Drug and Affective Cues by Therapeutic and Neuropsychological Factors in Patients With Opioid Use Disorder on Methadone Maintenance Therapy. Li W, Huang J, Zhang N, Weidacker K, Li J, Voon V, Wang C, Zhang ...

Drug-Induced Deafness: A Rare Case of Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss Following Speedballing.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Drug-Induced Deafness: A Rare Case of Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss Following Speedballing. Qureshi ZA, Shrestha E, Budhathoki P, Ghazanfar H, Dileep A, Akhter MS. Cureus. 2021 Dec 25;13(12):e20686. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20686. ...

Inhalative Suchtmittel – eine Herausforderung für die Lunge [Addictive inhalants-A challenge for the lungs].

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Inhalative Suchtmittel – eine Herausforderung für die Lunge [Addictive inhalants-A challenge for the lungs]. Bauer-Kemény C, Kreuter M. Pneumologe (Berl). 2022 Jan 4:1-11. German. doi: 10.1007/s10405-021-00428-8. Epub ahead...

Cocaine-Induced Pituitary and Subdural Brain Abscesses and the Treatment Challenges.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Cocaine-Induced Pituitary and Subdural Brain Abscesses and the Treatment Challenges. Zafar M, Vaughan S, Khuu B, Shrestha S, Porruvecchio E, Hadid A. Cureus. 2021 Dec 30;13(12):e20821. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20821. PMID: 34987946; PMCID...

Silent Dyspnea: Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum in a Heroin User.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Silent Dyspnea: Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum in a Heroin User. Ali S, Colaco LB, Trikkur S, Kumar G. Cureus. 2021 Dec 18;13(12):e20496. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20496. PMID: 35047308; PMCID: PMC8760011. https://www.sciencedirect.com/sci...

The Association between Chronic Heroin Smoking and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

The Association between Chronic Heroin Smoking and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Bitar AN, Khan AH, Sulaiman SAS, Ali IABH, Khan I. J Pharm Bioallied Sci. 2021 Nov;13(Suppl 2):S1215-S1223. doi: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_353_21. Epub...

Wound Botulism Among Persons Who Inject Black Tar Heroin in New Mexico, 2016.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Wound Botulism Among Persons Who Inject Black Tar Heroin in New Mexico, 2016. Middaugh N, Edwards L, Chatham-Stephens K, Arguello DF. Front Public Health. 2021 Dec 16;9:744179. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.744179. PMID: 34976915; PMCID: P...

Addressing injecting related risks among people who inject both opioids and stimulants: Findings from an Australian survey of people who inject drugs.

08. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Addressing injecting related risks among people who inject both opioids and stimulants: Findings from an Australian survey of people who inject drugs. Brener L, Caruana T, Broady T, Cama E, Ezard N, Madden A, Treloar C. Addict Behav ...

Exploring hepatitis C virus testing and treatment engagement over time in Melbourne, Australia: a study protocol for a longitudinal cohort study (EC-Experience Cohort study).

08. Februar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Exploring hepatitis C virus testing and treatment engagement over time in Melbourne, Australia: a study protocol for a longitudinal cohort study (EC-Experience Cohort study). O'Keefe D, Gunn J, Ryan K, Djordjevic F, Kerr P, Gold J, Elsum I,...

The contribution of unstable housing to HIV and hepatitis C virus transmission among people who inject drugs globally, regionally, and at country level: a modelling study

08. Februar 2022 | Hepatitiden

The contribution of unstable housing to HIV and hepatitis C virus transmission among people who inject drugs globally, regionally, and at country level: a modelling study Stone, Jack et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 7, Issue 2, e136 - e14...

Buprenorphine Increases HIV-1 Infection In Vitro but Does Not Reactivate HIV-1 from Latency.

08. Februar 2022 | HIV

Buprenorphine Increases HIV-1 Infection In Vitro but Does Not Reactivate HIV-1 from Latency. Gornalusse GG, Vojtech LN, Levy CN, Hughes SM, Kim Y, Valdez R, Pandey U, Ochsenbauer C, Astronomo R, McElrath J, Hladik F. Viruses. 2021 Ju...

Notes from the Field: Increased Incidence of Fentanyl-Related Deaths Involving Para-fluorofentanyl or Metonitazene — Knox County, Tennessee, November 2020–August 2021.

02. Februar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Notes from the Field: Increased Incidence of Fentanyl-Related Deaths Involving Para-fluorofentanyl or Metonitazene — Knox County, Tennessee, November 2020–August 2021. Trecki J, Gerona RR, Ellison R, Thomas C, Mileusnic-Polchan D. MM...

Breit neutralisierende Antikörper gegen Hepatitis-C-Virus charakterisiert

02. Februar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Breit neutralisierende Antikörper gegen Hepatitis-C-Virus charakterisiert Eine Infektion mit dem Hepatitis-C-Virus führt trotz besserer Behandlungsmethoden weltweit immer noch zu etwa 400.000 Todesfällen pro Jahr. Die Entwicklung eines Impfstoffs...

Strategietreffen Virushepatitis: Wie lässt sich Hepatitis in Deutschland ausrotten? Experten diskutieren über Maßnahmen (9. Februar 2022, 14.00 – 17.45 Uhr, virtuell)

02. Februar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Strategietreffen Virushepatitis: Wie lässt sich Hepatitis in Deutschland ausrotten? Experten diskutieren über Maßnahmen (9. Februar 2022, 14.00 – 17.45 Uhr, virtuell) Chronische Virusinfektionen der Leber mit ihren Varianten C (HCV) und B (HBV) s...

Erste klinische Tests eines mRNA-Impfstoffes gegen Aids

02. Februar 2022 | HIV

Erste klinische Tests eines mRNA-Impfstoffes gegen Aids Washington – In den USA ist der Test eines Aids-Impfstoffes auf Grundlage der mRNA-Technologie an Menschen angelaufen. In der Phase-I sei der Impfstoff 56 gesunden, HIV-negativen Menschen v...

Latent patterns of polysubstance use among people who use opioids: A systematic review.

02. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Latent patterns of polysubstance use among people who use opioids: A systematic review. Karamouzian M, Pilarinos A, Hayashi K, Buxton JA, Kerr T. Int J Drug Policy. 2022 Jan 21;102:103584. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103584. Epub ahea...

Starker Anstieg an stationären Fällen wegen cannabisinduzierter psychischer Störungen

02. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Starker Anstieg an stationären Fällen wegen cannabisinduzierter psychischer Störungen Ulm – Der Konsum von Cannabis hat sich in Deutschland in den vergangenen Jahren verändert. Neben der zunehmenden Verfügbarkeit und dem steigenden Konsum von Can...

Global, regional, and national burden of 12 mental disorders in 204 countries and territories, 1990–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019

02. Februar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Global, regional, and national burden of 12 mental disorders in 204 countries and territories, 1990–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 9, Issue 2, 137 - 150 https://www.the...

Rapid Transition to Buprenorphine in a Patient With Methadone-Related QTc Interval Prolongation.

17. Januar 2022 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Rapid Transition to Buprenorphine in a Patient With Methadone-Related QTc Interval Prolongation. Brogdon H, Facer KL, Cox EJ, Carlson RH Jr, Wurzel JF 3rd. J Addict Med. 2021 Dec 3. doi: 10.1097/ADM.0000000000000935. Epub ahead of pr...

Substance-Induced Psychoses: An Updated Literature Review.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Substance-Induced Psychoses: An Updated Literature Review. Fiorentini A, Cantù F, Crisanti C, Cereda G, Oldani L and Brambilla P (2021) Front. Psychiatry 12:694863. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2021.694863 https://www.frontiersin.org/art...

Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotic Treatment in Schizophrenia and Co-occurring Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotic Treatment in Schizophrenia and Co-occurring Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review. Coles AS, Knezevic D, George TP, Correll CU, Kane JM, Castle D. Front Psychiatry. 2021;12:808002. Published 2021...

Acute pain and self-directed discharge among hospitalized patients with opioid-related diagnoses: a cohort study.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Acute pain and self-directed discharge among hospitalized patients with opioid-related diagnoses: a cohort study. Compton, P., Aronowitz, S.V., Klusaritz, H. et al. Harm Reduct J 18, 131 (2021). doi.org/10.1186/s12954-021-00...

Posttraumatische Belastungsstörung: Neue Praxisinformation erschienen

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Posttraumatische Belastungsstörung: Neue Praxisinformation erschienen Hillienhof, Arne, Dtsch Arztebl 2021; 118(51-52): A-2465 / B-2021 https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/222672

Effect of initiation of medications for opioid use disorder on hospitalization outcomes for endocarditis and osteomyelitis in a large private hospital system in the United States, 2014-18.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Effect of initiation of medications for opioid use disorder on hospitalization outcomes for endocarditis and osteomyelitis in a large private hospital system in the United States, 2014-18. Jo Y, Nosal R, Vittori A, Cordova L, Vandever C, Al...

Invasive Burkholderia cepacia Complex Infections among Persons Who Inject Drugs, Hong Kong, China, 2016-2019.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Invasive Burkholderia cepacia Complex Infections among Persons Who Inject Drugs, Hong Kong, China, 2016-2019. Luk KS, Tsang YM, Ho AY, To WK, Wong BK, Wong MM, Wong YC. Emerg Infect Dis. 2021 Dec 14;28(2). doi: 10.3201/eid2802.210945...

Characterization of deceased drug users in Denmark based on treatment status: A nationwide retrospective autopsy study.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Characterization of deceased drug users in Denmark based on treatment status: A nationwide retrospective autopsy study. Nielsen M, Kruckow L, Buch AK, Olsen KB, Banner J. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2022 Jan 1;230:109146. doi: 10.1016/j.dru...

Effects of cocaine and/or heroin use on resting cardiovascular function.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Effects of cocaine and/or heroin use on resting cardiovascular function. Greenwald MK, Lundahl LH, Shkokani LA, Syed S, Roxas RS, Levy PD. Int J Cardiol Cardiovasc Risk Prev. 2021 Dec 2;11:200123. doi: 10.1016/j.ijcrp.2021.200123. PM...

Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss in the Setting of Acute Methamphetamine Overdose.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss in the Setting of Acute Methamphetamine Overdose. Reich JS, Sethi HK, Sataloff RT. Ear Nose Throat J. 2021 Dec 29:1455613211069353. doi: 10.1177/01455613211069353. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34965...

The Impact of Co-occurring Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Use Disorders on Craving: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

The Impact of Co-occurring Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Use Disorders on Craving: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Renaud F, Jakubiec L, Swendsen J, Fatseas M. Front Psychiatry. 2021 Dec 14;12:786664. doi: 10.33...

Oxidative Stress and Cocaine Intoxication as Start Points in the Pathology of Cocaine-Induced Cardiotoxicity.

17. Januar 2022 | Verschiedenes

Oxidative Stress and Cocaine Intoxication as Start Points in the Pathology of Cocaine-Induced Cardiotoxicity. Georgieva E, Karamalakova Y, Miteva R, Abrashev H, Nikolova G. Toxics. 2021 Nov 24;9(12):317. doi: 10.3390/toxics9120317. P...

Associations amongst form of cocaine used (powder vs crack vs both) and HIV-related outcomes.

17. Januar 2022 | HIV

Associations amongst form of cocaine used (powder vs crack vs both) and HIV-related outcomes. Liu Y, Richards VL, Gebru NM, Spencer EC, Cook RL. Addict Behav Rep. 2021 Sep 4;14:100374. doi: 10.1016/j.abrep.2021.100374. PMID: 34938835...

Injection drug use practices and HIV infection among people who inject drugs in Kigali, Rwanda: a cross-sectional study.

17. Januar 2022 | HIV

Injection drug use practices and HIV infection among people who inject drugs in Kigali, Rwanda: a cross-sectional study. Twahirwa Rwema JO, Nizeyimana V, Prata NM, Okonkwo NE, Mazzei AA, Muhirwa S, Rukundo A, Lucas L, Niyigena A, Makuza JD, Beyre...

Prevalence of HIV, Hepatitis C and its related risk behaviours among women who inject drugs in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal: a cross-sectional study.

17. Januar 2022 | HIV

Prevalence of HIV, Hepatitis C and its related risk behaviours among women who inject drugs in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal: a cross-sectional study. Damas J, Storm M, Pandey LR, Marrone G, Deuba K. Ther Adv Infect Dis. 2021 Dec 3;8:2...

Prevalence of HIV, Hepatitis C and its related risk behaviours among women who inject drugs in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal: a cross-sectional study.

17. Januar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Vaccination: Where We Are and Where We Need to Be.

17. Januar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Vaccination: Where We Are and Where We Need to Be. Manne V, Ryan J, Wong J, Vengayil G, Basit SA, Gish RG. Pathogens. 2021 Dec 14;10(12):1619. doi: 10.3390/pathogens10121619. PMID: 34959574; PMCID: PMC8705661. https://ww...

Hepatitis C virus DNA vaccines: a systematic review.

17. Januar 2022 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C virus DNA vaccines: a systematic review. Shayeghpour A, Kianfar R, Hosseini P, Ajorloo M, Aghajanian S, Hedayat Yaghoobi M, Hashempour T, Mozhgani SH. Virol J. 2021 Dec 13;18(1):248. doi: 10.1186/s12985-021-01716-8. PMID:...

Disparities by Sex and Race and Ethnicity in Death Rates Due to Opioid Overdose Among Adults 55 Years or Older, 1999 to 2019.

17. Januar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Disparities by Sex and Race and Ethnicity in Death Rates Due to Opioid Overdose Among Adults 55 Years or Older, 1999 to 2019. Mason M, Soliman R, Kim HS, Post LA. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(1):e2142982. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2...

Drug overdose deaths in the United States, 1999–2020.

17. Januar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug overdose deaths in the United States, 1999–2020. Hedegaard H, Miniño AM, Spencer MR, Warner M. NCHS Data Brief, no 428. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2021. doi.org/10.15620/cdc:112340 https://www.cdc.g...

Drug Overdose Mortality Among People Experiencing Homelessness, 2003 to 2018.

17. Januar 2022 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Drug Overdose Mortality Among People Experiencing Homelessness, 2003 to 2018. Fine DR, Dickins KA, Adams LD, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(1):e2142676. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.42676 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Self-harm and suicide during and after opioid agonist treatment among primary care patients in England: a cohort study

19. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

Self-harm and suicide during and after opioid agonist treatment among primary care patients in England: a cohort study Padmanathan, Prianka et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/...

Inflammatory Biomarkers in Addictive Disorders.

19. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

Inflammatory Biomarkers in Addictive Disorders. Morcuende A, Navarrete F, Nieto E, Manzanares J, Femenía T. Biomolecules. 2021; 11(12):1824. doi.org/10.3390/biom11121824 https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/11/12/1824/htm

The mental health of transgender and gender non-conforming people in China: a systematic review.

19. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

The mental health of transgender and gender non-conforming people in China: a systematic review. Lin Y, Xie H, Huang Z, Zhang Q, Wilson A, Hou J, Zhao X, Wang Y, Pan B, Liu Y, Han M, Chen R. Lancet Public Health. 2021 Dec;6(12):e954-...

USA/Kanada. NPS Alerts: New Synthetic Opioid and ‘Unusual’ Overdose Symptoms (protonitazene)

19. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA/Kanada. NPS Alerts: New Synthetic Opioid and ‘Unusual’ Overdose Symptoms (protonitazene) The Center for Forensic Science Research and Education (CFSRE) (…) warns of the emergence of protonitazene, an opioid that is approximately three times m...

HCC risk stratification after cure of hepatitis C in patients with compensated advanced chronic liver disease

19. Dezember 2021 | Hepatitiden

HCC risk stratification after cure of hepatitis C in patients with compensated advanced chronic liver disease Semmler, Georg et al. Journal of Hepatology, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.journal-of-hepatology.eu/article/S0168-8278(21)02234-...

INPUD Summary Report: WHO Key Populations' Values & Preferences for HIV, Hepatitis and STIs Services

19. Dezember 2021 | HIV

INPUD Summary Report: WHO Key Populations' Values & Preferences for HIV, Hepatitis and STIs Services Introduction Over the last several months INPUD has collaborated with the World Health Organization (WHO) Department for Global HIV, H...

INPUD Summary Report: WHO Key Populations' Values & Preferences for HIV, Hepatitis and STIs Services

19. Dezember 2021 | Hepatitiden

Costs and impact on HIV transmission of a switch from a criminalisation to a public health approach to injecting drug use in eastern Europe and central Asia: a modelling analysis

19. Dezember 2021 | HIV

Costs and impact on HIV transmission of a switch from a criminalisation to a public health approach to injecting drug use in eastern Europe and central Asia: a modelling analysis Ward, Zoe et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://...

Causes of death among people who used illicit opioids in England, 2001–18: a matched cohort study

19. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Causes of death among people who used illicit opioids in England, 2001–18: a matched cohort study Lewer, Dan et al. The Lancet Public Health, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(21)00254-1/ful...

UK. QMJC August 2021: Drug fatalities and treatment fatalism: Complicating the ageing cohort theory

19. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

UK. QMJC August 2021: Drug fatalities and treatment fatalism: Complicating the ageing cohort theory The Qualitative Methods Journal Club discuss a paper that rethinks the assumed causal link between age and drug-related deaths. The study draws on...

Trends in and Characteristics of Drug Overdose Deaths Involving Illicitly Manufactured Fentanyls — United States, 2019–2020.

19. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Trends in and Characteristics of Drug Overdose Deaths Involving Illicitly Manufactured Fentanyls — United States, 2019–2020. O’Donnell J, Tanz LJ, Gladden RM, Davis NL, Bitting J. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2021;70:1740-1746. doi.org/...

EMCDDA. Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses (Miniguide)

19. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

EMCDDA. Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses (Miniguide) This miniguide is one of a larger set, which together comprise Health and social responses to drug problems: a European guide 2021. It provides an overview of the most im...

Mitochondrial Genotoxicity of Hepatitis C Treatment among People Who Inject Drugs.

07. Dezember 2021 | Hepatitiden

Mitochondrial Genotoxicity of Hepatitis C Treatment among People Who Inject Drugs. Durand M, Nagot N, Nhu QBT, Vallo R, Thuy LLT, Duong HT, Thanh BN, Rapoud D, Quillet C, Tran HT, Michel L, Tuyet TNT, Hai OKT, Hai VV, Feelemyer J, Perre PV,...

Out-of-Hospital Treatment of Hepatitis C Increases Retention in Care among People Who Inject Drugs and Homeless Persons: An Observational Study.

07. Dezember 2021 | Hepatitiden

Out-of-Hospital Treatment of Hepatitis C Increases Retention in Care among People Who Inject Drugs and Homeless Persons: An Observational Study. Granozzi B, Guardigni V, Badia L, Rosselli Del Turco E, Zuppiroli A, Tazza B, Malosso P, Pieralli S, ...

20 drug-drug interactions, polypharmacy, and analysis of the nature of risk factors due to QT interval prolonging drug use and potentially inappropriate psychotropic use in elderly psychiatry outpatients.

07. Dezember 2021 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

20 drug-drug interactions, polypharmacy, and analysis of the nature of risk factors due to QT interval prolonging drug use and potentially inappropriate psychotropic use in elderly psychiatry outpatients. Das B, Ramasubbu SK, Agnihotri A, K...

"That same stigma...that same hatred and negativity:" a qualitative study to understand stigma and medical mistrust experienced by people living with HIV diagnosed with COVID-19.

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

"That same stigma...that same hatred and negativity:" a qualitative study to understand stigma and medical mistrust experienced by people living with HIV diagnosed with COVID-19. Hall A, Joseph O, Devlin S, Kerman J, Schmitt J, Ridgway JP, ...

"It's a burden, it's a nuisance. I wish I didn't have these other ailments": a qualitative exploration of comorbidities management among older people living with HIV who use drugs in Vancouver, British Columbia.

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

"It's a burden, it's a nuisance. I wish I didn't have these other ailments": a qualitative exploration of comorbidities management among older people living with HIV who use drugs in Vancouver, British Columbia. Chayama KL, Ng C, Small W, I...

PrEP Care Continuum Engagement Among Persons Who Inject Drugs: Rural and Urban Differences in Stigma and Social Infrastructure.

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

PrEP Care Continuum Engagement Among Persons Who Inject Drugs: Rural and Urban Differences in Stigma and Social Infrastructure. Walters SM, Frank D, Van Ham B, Jaiswal J, Muncan B, Earnshaw V, Schneider J, Friedman SR, Ompad DC. AIDS...

Design and implementation of a cohort study of persons living with HIV infection who are initiating medication treatment for opioid use disorder to evaluate HIV-1 persistence.

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

Design and implementation of a cohort study of persons living with HIV infection who are initiating medication treatment for opioid use disorder to evaluate HIV-1 persistence. Schultheis A, Sanchez M, Pedersen S, Kyriakides T, Ho YC, Kluger...

Prevalence, beliefs and impact of drug-drug interactions between antiretroviral therapy and illicit drugs among people living with HIV in Spain.

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

Prevalence, beliefs and impact of drug-drug interactions between antiretroviral therapy and illicit drugs among people living with HIV in Spain. Castro-Granell V, Garin N, Jaén Á, Cenoz S, Galindo MJ, Fuster-RuizdeApodaca MJ. PLoS On...

HIV/Aids: Erste Ziele erreicht

07. Dezember 2021 | HIV

HIV/Aids: Erste Ziele erreicht Dtsch Arztebl 2021; 118(48): A-2264 / B-1863 Hillienhof, Arne Deutschland hat im vergangenen Jahr erstmals das „90–90–90-Ziel“ des gemeinsamen Programms der Vereinten Nationen gegen HIV/Aids (UNAIDS) erreicht. Zu ...

Relationship Between Cardiovascular Disease Pathology and Fatal Opioid and Other Sedative Overdose: A Post-Mortem Investigation and Pilot Study.

07. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Relationship Between Cardiovascular Disease Pathology and Fatal Opioid and Other Sedative Overdose: A Post-Mortem Investigation and Pilot Study. Arab AZ, Conti AA, Davey F, Khan F, Baldacchino AM. Front Pharmacol. 2021 Nov 5;12:72503...

Modeling the population-level impact of opioid agonist treatment on mortality among people accessing treatment between 2001 and 2020 in New South Wales, Australia.

07. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Modeling the population-level impact of opioid agonist treatment on mortality among people accessing treatment between 2001 and 2020 in New South Wales, Australia. Chaillon, A, Bharat, C, Stone, J, Jones, N, Degenhardt, ...

A Case of Solitary Fibrous Tumour Arising From the Anterior Skull Base.

07. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

A Case of Solitary Fibrous Tumour Arising From the Anterior Skull Base. Pankhania R, Lau Y, Wong G, Sunkaraneni S. Cureus. 2021 Nov 19;13(11):e19733. doi: 10.7759/cureus.19733. PMID: 34812333; PMCID: PMC8603397. https://www.ncbi.nlm...

Impact of opioid-induced constipation on opioid substitution therapy management: the patient perspective.

07. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

Impact of opioid-induced constipation on opioid substitution therapy management: the patient perspective. Lugoboni F, Hall G, Banerji V. Drugs Context. 2021 Oct 22;10:2021-7-2. doi: 10.7573/dic.2021-7-2. PMID: 34745271; PMCID: PMC854...

Characteristic changes in EEG spectral powers of patients with opioid-use disorder as compared with those with methamphetamine- and alcohol-use disorders.

07. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

Characteristic changes in EEG spectral powers of patients with opioid-use disorder as compared with those with methamphetamine- and alcohol-use disorders. Minnerly C, Shokry IM, To W, Callanan JJ, Tao R (2021) PLoS ONE 16(9): e024879...

Neurocircuitry basis of the opioid use disorder–post-traumatic stress disorder comorbid state: conceptual analyses using a dimensional framework

05. Dezember 2021 | Verschiedenes

Neurocircuitry basis of the opioid use disorder–post-traumatic stress disorder comorbid state: conceptual analyses using a dimensional framework Upadhyay, Jaymin et al. The Lancet Psychiatry, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/jo...

Victories against AIDS have lessons for COVID-19

05. Dezember 2021 | HIV

Victories against AIDS have lessons for COVID-19 Anthony Fauci on four decades of progress against HIV, and what’s needed for the future. (Nature, USA, 29.11.2021) https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-03569-1

USA. Nora's Blog: This World AIDS Day, Finding Inspiration at the Intersection of HIV and Substance Use

05. Dezember 2021 | HIV

USA. Nora's Blog: This World AIDS Day, Finding Inspiration at the Intersection of HIV and Substance Use Today marks the 33rd World AIDS Day. As we work to address the structural and social challenges that prevent many people from...

Evaluation of an Inner city HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis service tailored to the needs of people who inject drugs.

05. Dezember 2021 | HIV

Evaluation of an Inner city HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis service tailored to the needs of people who inject drugs. Grimshaw C, Boyd L, Smith M, Estcourt CS, Metcalfe R. Evaluation HIV Med. 2021 Nov;22(10):965-970. doi: 10.1111/hiv.13...

Relation of substance use disorders to mortality, accident and emergency department attendances, and hospital admissions: A 13-year population-based cohort study in Hong Kong.

05. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Relation of substance use disorders to mortality, accident and emergency department attendances, and hospital admissions: A 13-year population-based cohort study in Hong Kong. Wei Y, Zhao J, Wong IC, Wan EY, Taylor DM, Blais JE, Castle DJ, ...

Findings from the recovery initiation and management after overdose (RIMO) pilot study experiment.

05. Dezember 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Findings from the recovery initiation and management after overdose (RIMO) pilot study experiment. Scott CK, Dennis ML, Grella CE, Nicholson L, Sumpter J, Kurz R, Funk R. J Subst Abuse Treat. 2020 Jan;108:65-74. doi: 10.1016/j.jsat.2...

INHSU 2021 - Virtual conference - 13-15 October 2021

25. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

INHSU 2021 - Virtual conference - 13-15 October 2021 Epidemiology and public health in hepatitis C, other infectious diseases, and the broader health of people who use drugs. (International Network on Health and Hepatitis in Substance Users...

USA. More Than 100,000 in the U.S. Died of Overdoses from May 2020 to April 2021

21. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. More Than 100,000 in the U.S. Died of Overdoses from May 2020 to April 2021 More than 100,000 people in the United States died of drug overdoses from May 2020 to April 2021 — an increase of 28.5% from the same period a year earlier, accordin...

Prescription opioid treatment for non-cancer pain and initiation of injection drug use: large retrospective cohort study.

21. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Prescription opioid treatment for non-cancer pain and initiation of injection drug use: large retrospective cohort study. Wilton J, Abdia Y, Chong M, Karim ME, Wong S, MacInnes A, Balshaw R, Zhao B, Gomes T, Yu A, Alvarez M, Dart RC, Krajde...

Patienteninformation zur posttraumatischen Belastungsstörung erschienen

21. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Patienteninformation zur posttraumatischen Belastungsstörung erschienen Dem Thema posttraumatische Belastungsstörung nimmt sich eine jetzt erschienene Patienteninformation an. Auf zwei Seiten gibt sie einen verständlichen und kompakten Überblick ...

USA. Florida is the epicenter of the nation's HIV and opioid crises. This doctor is battling to stop the virus and winning.

21. November 2021 | HIV

USA. Florida is the epicenter of the nation's HIV and opioid crises. This doctor is battling to stop the virus and winning. (…) In less than 20 months, Tookes’ hybrid needle exchange telehealth and HIV medication outreach program has b...

A Possible Sterilizing Cure of HIV-1 Infection Without Stem Cell Transplantation.

21. November 2021 | HIV

A Possible Sterilizing Cure of HIV-1 Infection Without Stem Cell Transplantation. Gabriela Turk, Kyra Seiger, Xiaodong Lian, et al. Ann Intern Med. [Epub ahead of print 16 November 2021]. doi:10.7326/L21-0297 Abstract https://w...

USA. Mehr als 100.000 Drogentote in USA in zwölf Monaten der Pandemie

21. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Mehr als 100.000 Drogentote in USA in zwölf Monaten der Pandemie Washington – In den USA hat die Zahl der Drogentoten während der Coronapandemie vorläufigen Daten zufolge einen traurigen Rekord erreicht. Die US-Gesundheitsbehörde CDC veröffe...

Erfolgreiche Hepatitis C-Therapie senkt die Notwendigkeit für Lebertransplantationen deutlich

12. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Erfolgreiche Hepatitis C-Therapie senkt die Notwendigkeit für Lebertransplantationen deutlich Hannover, 12. November 2021 – Die Hepatitis C-Virusinfektion war bis vor Kurzem einer der häufigsten Gründe für eine Lebertransplantation. Die Erkrankun...

Risk of severe clinical events after sustained virological response following direct-acting antiviral therapy in HIV and hepatitis C virus coinfected participants.

12. November 2021 | HIV

Risk of severe clinical events after sustained virological response following direct-acting antiviral therapy in HIV and hepatitis C virus coinfected participants. Chalouni M, Wittkop L, Bani-Sadr F, Lacombe K, Esterle L, Gilbert C, Miailhe...

Risk of severe clinical events after sustained virological response following direct-acting antiviral therapy in HIV and hepatitis C virus coinfected participants.

12. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

In Love With the Virus: Reducing Harms, Promoting Dignity, and Preventing Hepatitis C Through Graphic Narratives.

09. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

In Love With the Virus: Reducing Harms, Promoting Dignity, and Preventing Hepatitis C Through Graphic Narratives. Bartoszko A. Health Promot Pract. 2021 Oct 19:15248399211041075. doi: 10.1177/15248399211041075. Epub ahead of print. P...

Methamphetamine use and HIV risk behavior among men who inject drugs: causal inference using coarsened exact matching.

09. November 2021 | HIV

Methamphetamine use and HIV risk behavior among men who inject drugs: causal inference using coarsened exact matching. Noroozi M, Higgs P, Noroozi A, Armoon B, Mousavi B, Alikhani R, Bazrafshan MR, Astaneh AN, Bayani A, Moghaddam LF. ...

De novo electrocardiographic abnormalities in persons living with HIV.

09. November 2021 | HIV

De novo electrocardiographic abnormalities in persons living with HIV. Knudsen AD, Graff C, Nielsen JB, Thomsen MT, Høgh J, Benfield T, Gerstoft J, Køber L, Kofoed KF, Nielsen SD. Sci Rep. 2021 Oct 21;11(1):20750. doi: 10.1038/s41598...

De novo electrocardiographic abnormalities in persons living with HIV.

09. November 2021 | Torsade-de-Pointes-Tachykardie

Perspectives of clients and providers on factors influencing opioid agonist treatment uptake among HIV-positive people who use drugs in Indonesia, Ukraine, and Vietnam: HPTN 074 study.

09. November 2021 | HIV

Perspectives of clients and providers on factors influencing opioid agonist treatment uptake among HIV-positive people who use drugs in Indonesia, Ukraine, and Vietnam: HPTN 074 study. Kiriazova T, Go VF, Hershow RB, Hamilton EL, Sarasvita ...

USA. San Francisco's new rapid response teams race to save lives as ODs dramatically rise

09. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. San Francisco's new rapid response teams race to save lives as ODs dramatically rise (…) "This gentleman thought that he was doing meth," the veteran San Francisco Fire Department paramedic says. "And turned out he was actually doing fentany...

Pain Management and Opioid Therapy: Persistent Knowledge Gaps Among Primary Care Providers.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Pain Management and Opioid Therapy: Persistent Knowledge Gaps Among Primary Care Providers. Williamson C, Martin BJ, Argoff C, Gharibo C, McCarberg B, Atkinson T, Berger L, Sullivan T. J Pain Res. 2021 Oct 11;14:3223-3234. doi: 10.21...

Adult-Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Symptoms Seem Not to Influence the Outcome of an Enhanced Agonist Opioid Treatment: A 30-Year Follow-Up.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Adult-Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Symptoms Seem Not to Influence the Outcome of an Enhanced Agonist Opioid Treatment: A 30-Year Follow-Up. Maremmani AGI, Rocco P, Rocca FD, Perugi G, Miccoli M, Maremmani I. Int J Environ R...

Does the Route of Cocaine Use Affect the Mortality and Outcomes of Cocaine-Induced Intestinal Ischemia? A Systematic Review.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Does the Route of Cocaine Use Affect the Mortality and Outcomes of Cocaine-Induced Intestinal Ischemia? A Systematic Review. Farooq U, Gondal AB, Susheela A, Tarar ZI, Malik A, Zafar MU, Sharif A, Ghous G. J Investig Med High Impact ...

Influence of psychostimulants and opioids on epigenetic modification of class III histone deacetylase (HDAC)-sirtuins in glial cells.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Influence of psychostimulants and opioids on epigenetic modification of class III histone deacetylase (HDAC)-sirtuins in glial cells. Sivalingam K, Doke M, Khan MA, Samikkannu T. Sci Rep. 2021 Oct 29;11(1):21335. doi: 10.1038/s41598-...

Spontaneous Atraumatic Subdural Hematoma Related to Methamphetamine Use.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Spontaneous Atraumatic Subdural Hematoma Related to Methamphetamine Use. Nguyen A, Reed L, Daly SR, Keith K, Garrett D Jr. Cureus. 2021 Sep 29;13(9):e18383. doi: 10.7759/cureus.18383. PMID: 34729264; PMCID: PMC8555929. https://www.n...

Effects of illicit drugs on structural and functional impairment of testis, endocrinal disorders, and molecular alterations of the semen.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Effects of illicit drugs on structural and functional impairment of testis, endocrinal disorders, and molecular alterations of the semen. Nazmara Z, Ebrahimi B, Makhdoumi P, Noori L, Mahdavi SA, Hassanzadeh G. Iran J Basic Med Sci. 2...

Risk of Depression Among MMT Patients: Does Coping Strategies and Perceived Social Support Play a Role?

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Risk of Depression Among MMT Patients: Does Coping Strategies and Perceived Social Support Play a Role? Wahab S, Chun Keat T, Azmi AD, Mahadevan R, Muhamed Ramli ER, Kian Boon L. Subst Abuse. 2021 Oct 11;15:11782218211049407. doi: 10...

Organ pathologies detected post-mortem in patients receiving opioid agonist treatment for opioid use disorder: a nation-wide 2-year cross-sectional study.

09. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Organ pathologies detected post-mortem in patients receiving opioid agonist treatment for opioid use disorder: a nation-wide 2-year cross-sectional study. Bech AB, Clausen T, Waal H, Delaveris GJM, Skeie I. Addiction. 2021 Oct 14. do...

People Who Inject Drugs and have tuberculosis: Opioid Substitution Therapy improves treatment outcomes in Ukraine.

09. November 2021 | TBC

Association of Testosterone Levels and Steroid 5-Alpha-Reductase 2 Polymorphisms with Opioid Craving.

06. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Association of Testosterone Levels and Steroid 5-Alpha-Reductase 2 Polymorphisms with Opioid Craving. Janke E, Groh A, Mühle C, Dürsteler-MacFarland KM, Wiesbeck GA, Kornhuber J, Jahn K, Groeschl M, Lichtinghagen R, Frieling H, Bleich S, Hi...

Comparing Sexual Function between Opioid Dependents Consuming Methadone or Opium Tincture.

06. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Comparing Sexual Function between Opioid Dependents Consuming Methadone or Opium Tincture. Moeeni SS, Rastgoo Sisakht R, Vousooghi N, Kamali K, Raisi F, Mokri A. Iran J Psychiatry. 2021 Jul;16(3):312-319. doi: 10.18502/ijps.v16i3.625...

Effectiveness and Safety of Haloperidol Add-on Methadone in Acute Opium Withdrawal Symptoms of Opioid-dependent Patients: A Double-blind Randomized Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial.

06. November 2021 | Verschiedenes

Effectiveness and Safety of Haloperidol Add-on Methadone in Acute Opium Withdrawal Symptoms of Opioid-dependent Patients: A Double-blind Randomized Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial. Ghaderi-Bafti F, Zarghami M, Ahmadi A, Moosazadeh M, Hadi...

Outcomes of Real-World Integrated HCV Microelimination for People Who Inject Drugs: An expansion of the Punjab Model.

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Outcomes of Real-World Integrated HCV Microelimination for People Who Inject Drugs: An expansion of the Punjab Model. Dhiman RK, Grover GS, Premkumar M, Roy A, Taneja S, Duseja A, Arora S; MMPHCRF Investigators. EClinicalMedicine. 2021 Oct...

Hepatitis C Resistance-Associated Substitutions Among People Who Inject Drugs Treated With Direct-Acting Antiviral-Containing Regimens.

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Resistance-Associated Substitutions Among People Who Inject Drugs Treated With Direct-Acting Antiviral-Containing Regimens. Akiyama MJ, Riback L, Reeves JD, Lie YS, Agyemang L, Norton BL, Arnsten JH, Litwin AH. Open Forum...

Weight Gain after Interferon-Free Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C-Results from the German Hepatitis C-Registry (DHC-R).

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Weight Gain after Interferon-Free Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C-Results from the German Hepatitis C-Registry (DHC-R). Schlevogt B, Boeker KHW, Mauss S, Klinker H, Heyne R, Link R, Simon KG, Sarrazin C, Serfert Y, Manns MP, Wedemeyer H.&n...

Epidemiology and treatment status of hepatitis C virus infection among people who have ever injected drugs in South Korea: a prospective multicenter cohort study from 2007 to 2019 in comparison with non-PWID.

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Epidemiology and treatment status of hepatitis C virus infection among people who have ever injected drugs in South Korea: a prospective multicenter cohort study from 2007 to 2019 in comparison with non-PWID. Kim KA, Choi GH, Jang ES, Kim Y...

The impact of disease-related knowledge on perceptions of stigma among patients with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection.

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

The impact of disease-related knowledge on perceptions of stigma among patients with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection. Saine ME, Szymczak JE, Moore TM, Bamford LP, Barg FK, Forde KA, et al. (2021) PLoS ONE 16(10): e0258143. doi.org/...

USA. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Overdose Prevention Strategy

06. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Overdose Prevention Strategy https://www.hhs.gov/overdose-prevention/background

What Your Death Certificate Says About You May Be Wrong: A Narrative Review on CDC's Efforts to Quantify Prescription Opioid Overdose Deaths.

06. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

What Your Death Certificate Says About You May Be Wrong: A Narrative Review on CDC's Efforts to Quantify Prescription Opioid Overdose Deaths. Peppin JF, Coleman JJ, Paladini A, Varrassi G. Cureus. 2021 Sep 16;13(9):e18012. doi: 10.77...

Treatment of overdose in the synthetic opioid era.

06. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Treatment of overdose in the synthetic opioid era. Skolnick P. Pharmacol Ther. 2021 Oct 9:108019. doi: 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2021.108019. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34637841. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0163725...

Prior use of medications for opioid use disorder in ED patients with opioid overdose: prevalence, misuse and overdose severity.

06. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Prior use of medications for opioid use disorder in ED patients with opioid overdose: prevalence, misuse and overdose severity. Shastry S, Nobel I, Allen LR, Richardson LD, Vidal K, Manini AF. Am J Emerg Med. 2021 Oct 12;51:114-118. ...

Implementation of peer recovery coach services for opioid overdose patients in emergency departments in Indiana: findings from an informal learning collaborative of stakeholders.

06. November 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Implementation of peer recovery coach services for opioid overdose patients in emergency departments in Indiana: findings from an informal learning collaborative of stakeholders. Staton MD, Watson DP, Thorpe D. Transl Behav Med. 2021...

Could the 2010 HIV outbreak in Athens, Greece have been prevented? A mathematical modeling study.

06. November 2021 | HIV

Could the 2010 HIV outbreak in Athens, Greece have been prevented? A mathematical modeling study. Gountas I, Nikolopoulos G, Touloumi G, Fotiou A, Souliotis K (2021) PLoS ONE 16(10): e0258267. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0258267 https://...

Modelling the impact of HIV and HCV prevention and treatment interventions for people who inject drugs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

06. November 2021 | HIV

Modelling the impact of HIV and HCV prevention and treatment interventions for people who inject drugs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Fraser H, Stone J, Wisse E, Sambu V, Mfisi P, Duran IJ, Soriano MA, Walker JG, Makere N, Luhmann N, Kafura W,...

Modelling the impact of HIV and HCV prevention and treatment interventions for people who inject drugs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

06. November 2021 | Hepatitiden

Kampagnenstart: „Leben mit HIV. Anders als du denkst.“

06. November 2021 | HIV

Kampagnenstart: „Leben mit HIV. Anders als du denkst.“ BZgA, DAS und DAH starten anlässlich des Welt-Aids-Tages gemeinsame Kampagne gegen Diskriminierung von Menschen mit HIV-Infektion. (BZgA, Deutsche AIDS-Stiftung (DAS) und Deutsche Aidsh...

HIV Infection and HIV-Associated Behaviors Among Persons Who Inject Drugs - 23 Metropolitan Statistical Areas, United States, 2018.

06. November 2021 | HIV

HIV Infection and HIV-Associated Behaviors Among Persons Who Inject Drugs - 23 Metropolitan Statistical Areas, United States, 2018. Handanagic S, Finlayson T, Burnett JC, Broz D, Wejnert C; National HIV Behavioral Surveillance Study Group.&...

Hepatitis C reinfection following successful direct-acting antiviral therapy among patients attending a multidisciplinary treatment centre for people who use drugs in Zurich,

31. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C reinfection following successful direct-acting antiviral therapy among patients attending a multidisciplinary treatment centre for people who use drugs in Zurich, Falcato L, Bernardini C, Bruggmann P. Switzerland. Int J D...

Patient and provider perceived barriers and facilitators to direct acting antiviral hepatitis C treatment among priority populations in high income countries: A knowledge synthesis.

31. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Patient and provider perceived barriers and facilitators to direct acting antiviral hepatitis C treatment among priority populations in high income countries: A knowledge synthesis. Amoako A, Ortiz-Paredes D, Engler K, Lebouché B, Klein MB....

Conceptualising hepatitis C stigma: A thematic synthesis of qualitative research.

31. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Conceptualising hepatitis C stigma: A thematic synthesis of qualitative research. Harris M, Guy D, Picchio CA, White TM, Rhodes T, Lazarus JV. Int J Drug Policy. 2021 Jul 11:103320. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2021.103320. Epub ahead of pr...

Can hepatitis C elimination targets be sustained among people who inject drugs post-2030?

31. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Can hepatitis C elimination targets be sustained among people who inject drugs post-2030? Lanièce Delaunay C, Godin A, Kronfli N, Panagiotoglou D, Cox J, Alary M, Klein MB, Maheu-Giroux M. Int J Drug Policy. 2021 Jun 29:103343. doi: ...

Syringe Services Programs' Role in Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S.: Why We Cannot Do It Without Them.

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Syringe Services Programs' Role in Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S.: Why We Cannot Do It Without Them. Broz D, Carnes N, Chapin-Bardales J, Des Jarlais DC, Handanagic S, Jones CM, McClung RP, Asher AK. Am J Prev Med. 2021 Nov;61(5...

"With a PICC line, you never miss": The role of peripherally inserted central catheters in hospital care for people living with HIV/HCV who use drugs.

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

"With a PICC line, you never miss": The role of peripherally inserted central catheters in hospital care for people living with HIV/HCV who use drugs. Guta A, Perri M, Strike C, Gagnon M, Carusone SC. Int J Drug Policy. 2021 Sep 27:1...

HIV-Epidemiologie in Deutschland: Späte Diagnostik

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

HIV-Epidemiologie in Deutschland: Späte Diagnostik Dtsch Arztebl 2021; 118(43): A-1994 / B-1644 Valbert, Frederik; Wolf, Eva; Preis, Stefan; Schewe, Knud; Hanhoff, Nikola; Mück, Birgit; Lauscher, Paul; Rüsenberg, Robin; Wasem, Jürgen; Schellberg...

More evidence for worse COVID-19 outcomes in people with HIV

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

More evidence for worse COVID-19 outcomes in people with HIV Boffito, Marta et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(21)00272-1/fulltext

Sociodemographic, clinical, and immunological factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 diagnosis and severe COVID-19 outcomes in people living with HIV: a retrospective cohort study

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Sociodemographic, clinical, and immunological factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 diagnosis and severe COVID-19 outcomes in people living with HIV: a retrospective cohort study Nomah, Daniel KMuntada, Esteve et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue...

Associations between HIV infection and clinical spectrum of COVID-19: a population level analysis based on US National COVID Cohort Collaborative (N3C) data

31. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Associations between HIV infection and clinical spectrum of COVID-19: a population level analysis based on US National COVID Cohort Collaborative (N3C) data Yang, XueyingMoffitt, Richard et al. The Lancet HIV, Volume 0, Issue 0 https://ww...

Immune-mediated hepatitis with the Moderna vaccine, no longer a coincidence but confirmed.

21. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Immune-mediated hepatitis with the Moderna vaccine, no longer a coincidence but confirmed. Tun GS, Gleeson D, Dube A, Al-Joudeh A. J Hepatol. 2021 Oct 4:S0168-8278(21)02093-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jhep.2021.09.031. Epub ahead of print. PMI...

Hepatitis C reinfection in former and active injecting drug users in Belgium.

21. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C reinfection in former and active injecting drug users in Belgium. Busschots, D., Bielen, R., Koc, Ö.M. et al. Harm Reduct J 18, 102 (2021). doi.org/10.1186/s12954-021-00552-x https://harmreductionjournal.biomedc...

Elucidating Drivers for Variations in the Explosive Human Immunodeficiency Virus Epidemic Among People Who Inject Drugs in Pakistan.

08. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Elucidating Drivers for Variations in the Explosive Human Immunodeficiency Virus Epidemic Among People Who Inject Drugs in Pakistan. Lim AG, Trickey A, Thompson LH, Emmanuel F, Reza TE, Reynolds R, Cholette F, Melesse DY, Archibald C, Sands...

Model of Care for Microelimination of Hepatitis C Virus Infection among People Who Inject Drugs.

08. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Model of Care for Microelimination of Hepatitis C Virus Infection among People Who Inject Drugs. Foschi FG, Borghi A, Grassi A, Lanzi A, Speranza E, Vignoli T, Napoli L, Olivoni D, Sanza M, Polidori E, Greco G, Bassi P, Cristini F, Ballardi...

How can general practitioners support people who inject drugs to engage with direct-acting antiviral treatment for hepatitis C? A qualitative study.

08. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

How can general practitioners support people who inject drugs to engage with direct-acting antiviral treatment for hepatitis C? A qualitative study. Heard E, Smirnov A, Massi L, Selvey LA. Aust J Gen Pract. 2021 Oct;50(10):716-721. d...

Enhancing Linkage to Hepatitis C Virus Treatment Following Pregnancy in Women Identified During Perinatal Care.

08. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Enhancing Linkage to Hepatitis C Virus Treatment Following Pregnancy in Women Identified During Perinatal Care. Epstein RL, Moloney C, Garfinkel J, Saia K, Wachman EM, Lodi S, Pelton SI. Hepatol Commun. 2021 Sep;5(9):1543-1554. doi: ...

Linkage to Hepatitis C Virus Treatment Following Pregnancy in Women Identified During Perinatal Care.

08. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Linkage to Hepatitis C Virus Treatment Following Pregnancy in Women Identified During Perinatal Care. Epstein RL, Moloney C, Garfinkel J, Saia K, Wachman EM, Lodi S, Pelton SI. Enhancing Hepatol Commun. 2021 Sep;5(9):1543-1554. doi: ...

Increased expression of plasma hsa-miR-181a in male patients with heroin addiction use disorder.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Increased expression of plasma hsa-miR-181a in male patients with heroin addiction use disorder. Xu W, Zhao M, Lin Z, Liu H, Ma H, Hong Q, Gui D, Feng J, Liu Y, Zhou W, Liu H. J Clin Lab Anal. 2020 Nov;34(11):e23486. doi: 10.1002/jcl...

Integration of Molecular Inflammatory Interactome Analyses Reveals Dynamics of Circulating Cytokines and Extracellular Vesicle Long Non-Coding RNAs and mRNAs in Heroin Addicts During Acute and Protracted Withdrawal.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Integration of Molecular Inflammatory Interactome Analyses Reveals Dynamics of Circulating Cytokines and Extracellular Vesicle Long Non-Coding RNAs and mRNAs in Heroin Addicts During Acute and Protracted Withdrawal. Zhang Z, Wu H, Peng Q, X...

Associations between perceived illicit fentanyl use and infectious disease risks among people who inject drugs.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Associations between perceived illicit fentanyl use and infectious disease risks among people who inject drugs. Lambdin BH, Bluthenthal RN, Zibbell JE, Wenger L, Simpson K, Kral AH. Int J Drug Policy. 2019 Dec;74:299-304. doi: 10.101...

Chasing the dragon and stumbling upon an octopus: A case of heroin-induced leukoencephalopathy and reverse takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Chasing the dragon and stumbling upon an octopus: A case of heroin-induced leukoencephalopathy and reverse takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Ahmad S, Whiting A, Song D, Reyes JV, Ireifej B, Almas T, Lieber JJ. Ann Med Surg (Lond). 2021 Sep 4...

Changes in the use of psychotropic drugs during the course of Alzheimer's disease: A large-scale longitudinal study of French medical records.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Changes in the use of psychotropic drugs during the course of Alzheimer's disease: A large-scale longitudinal study of French medical records. Ansart M, Epelbaum S, Houot M, Nedelec T, Lekens B, Gantzer L, Dormont D, Durrleman S. Alz...

The Gut Microbiome and Substance Use Disorder.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

The Gut Microbiome and Substance Use Disorder. Russell JT, Zhou Y, Weinstock GM, Bubier JA. Front Neurosci. 2021 Aug 31;15:725500. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2021.725500. PMID: 34531718; PMCID: PMC8439419. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/a...

Surgery for Endocarditis in Intravenous Drug Users.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Surgery for Endocarditis in Intravenous Drug Users. Bearpark L, Sartipy U, Franco-Cereceda A, Glaser N. Ann Thorac Surg. 2021 Aug;112(2):573-581. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2020.09.013. Epub 2020 Oct 27. PMID: 33127400. https://www.a...

Intravenous Drug Use-Associated Infective Endocarditis in Pregnant Patients at a Hospital in West Virginia.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Intravenous Drug Use-Associated Infective Endocarditis in Pregnant Patients at a Hospital in West Virginia. Dahshan D, Suliman M, Rahman EU, Curtis Z, Thompson E. Cureus. 2021 Aug 16;13(8):e17218. doi: 10.7759/cureus.17218. PMID: 345...

Early diagnosis and critical management of wound botulism in the emergency department: a single center experience and literature review.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Early diagnosis and critical management of wound botulism in the emergency department: a single center experience and literature review. Neeki MM, Dong F, Emond C, Lee C, Neeki AS, Hajjafar K, Messinger M, Anderson CO, Hajjafar R, Borger R....

Serratia marcescens Endocarditis.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Serratia marcescens Endocarditis. Elkattawy S, Mohammadian M, Williams N, Mowafy A, Ayad S, Noori MAM, Younes I, Singh KS, Millman A. Cureus. 2021 Aug 21;13(8):e17346. doi: 10.7759/cureus.17346. PMID: 34567887; PMCID: PMC8451257. ht...

Cigarette Smoking and Opium Use in Relation to the Oral Microbiota in Iran.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Cigarette Smoking and Opium Use in Relation to the Oral Microbiota in Iran. Wu Z, Han Y, Caporaso JG, Bokulich N, Mohamadkhani A, Moayyedkazemi A, Hua X, Kamangar F, Wan Y, Suman S, Zhu B, Hutchinson A, Dagnall C, Jones K, Hicks B, Shi J, M...

Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Opioid-Associated Amnestic Syndrome. Ciurylo W, Noh E. Cureus. 2021 Jul 29;13(7):e16714. doi: 10.7759/cureus.16714. PMID: 34471572; PMCID: PMC8399965. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8399965/

Cognitive Training Effectiveness on Memory, Executive Functioning, and Processing Speed in Individuals With Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Cognitive Training Effectiveness on Memory, Executive Functioning, and Processing Speed in Individuals With Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review. Caetano T, Pinho MS, Ramadas E, Clara C, Areosa T, Dixe MDA. Front Psychol. 202...

One third of people who inject drugs are at risk of incomplete treatment for Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia: A retrospective medical record review.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

One third of people who inject drugs are at risk of incomplete treatment for Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia: A retrospective medical record review. Acheson LS, Siefried KJ, Clifford B, Murray E, Steele M, Clague L, Malone V, Roberts DM, ...

Lead Poisoning Caused by Contaminated Opium: A Two-Year Longitudinal Follow-Up Study.

08. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Lead Poisoning Caused by Contaminated Opium: A Two-Year Longitudinal Follow-Up Study. Hosseini MS, Salimi A, Phillips S, Zamani N, Hassanian-Moghaddam H. Adult Ann Glob Health. 2021 Sep 9;87(1):89. doi: 10.5334/aogh.3420. PMID: 34567...

Designing and validating a Markov model for hospital-based addiction consult service impact on 12-month drug and non-drug related mortality.

08. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Designing and validating a Markov model for hospital-based addiction consult service impact on 12-month drug and non-drug related mortality. King CA, Englander H, Korthuis PT, Barocas JA, McConnell KJ, Morris CD, et al. (2021) PLoS O...

Fatal overdoses after release from prison in British Columbia: a retrospective data linkage study.

08. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Fatal overdoses after release from prison in British Columbia: a retrospective data linkage study. Kinner SA, Gan W, Slaunwhite A. CMAJ Open. 2021 Sep 28;9(3):E907-E914. doi: 10.9778/cmajo.20200243. PMID: 34584005; PMCID: PMC8486467....

Toxicological and pharmacologic sex differences in unintentional or undetermined opioid overdose death.

08. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Toxicological and pharmacologic sex differences in unintentional or undetermined opioid overdose death. Wightman RS, Perrone J, Scagos R, Hallowell BD, Krieger M, Li Y, McGregor AJ, Nelson LS, Marshall BDL. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2021 ...

Temporal changes in non-fatal opioid overdose patterns among people who use drugs in a Canadian setting.

08. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

Temporal changes in non-fatal opioid overdose patterns among people who use drugs in a Canadian setting. Fairgrieve C, Nosova E, Milloy MJ, Fairbairn N, DeBeck K, Ahamad K, Wood E, Kerr T, Hayashi K. Subst Abus. 2020;41(3):323-330. d...

Impact of experienced HIV stigma on health is mediated by internalized stigma and depression: results from the people living with HIV stigma index in Ontario.

08. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Impact of experienced HIV stigma on health is mediated by internalized stigma and depression: results from the people living with HIV stigma index in Ontario. Lo Hog Tian JM, Watson JR, Ibáñez-Carrasco F, Tran B, Parsons JA, Maunder RG, Car...

Effect of HIV, antiretrovirals, and genetics on methadone pharmacokinetics: Results from the methadone antiretroviral pharmacokinetics study.

08. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Effect of HIV, antiretrovirals, and genetics on methadone pharmacokinetics: Results from the methadone antiretroviral pharmacokinetics study. Bart G, Giang LM, Yen H, Hodges JS, Brundage RC. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2021 Oct 1;227:109025...

Use of methamphetamine and alcohol among people with opioid use disorder and HIV in Vietnam: a qualitative study.

08. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Use of methamphetamine and alcohol among people with opioid use disorder and HIV in Vietnam: a qualitative study. Edsall A, Hoffman KA, Thuy DT, Mai PP, Hang NT, Khuyen TT, Trang NT, Kunkel LE, Giang LM, Korthuis PT. BMC Public Healt...

Sociodemographic Factors Associated With HIV/HCV High-Risk Behaviors Among People Who Use Drugs on Methadone Maintenance Treatment: A 10-Year Observational Study.

08. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Sociodemographic Factors Associated With HIV/HCV High-Risk Behaviors Among People Who Use Drugs on Methadone Maintenance Treatment: A 10-Year Observational Study. Liu C, Ma YL, Liu XH, Duan YR, Liu PL, Wang X, Yin P. Front Psychiatry. 2021...

Hepatitis C Virus Reactivation Following COVID-19 Vaccination - A Case Report.

08. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Hepatitis C Virus Reactivation Following COVID-19 Vaccination - A Case Report. Lensen R, Netea MG, Rosendaal FR. Int Med Case Rep J. 2021 Aug 29;14:573-576. doi: 10.2147/IMCRJ.S328482. PMID: 34512037; PMCID: PMC8412816. https://www....

Langzeitstudie: Nur jedes 10. Kind wächst aus einer ADHS heraus

06. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

Langzeitstudie: Nur jedes 10. Kind wächst aus einer ADHS heraus Seattle – Die Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit-/Hyperaktivitätsstörung ADHS ist keine Erkrankung, aus der die meisten Kinder und Jugendlichen irgendwann „herauswachsen“. In einer Langzeitstud...

National Prevalence of Alcohol and Other Substance Use Disorders Among Emergency Department Visits and Hospitalizations: NHAMCS 2014–2018.

06. Oktober 2021 | Verschiedenes

National Prevalence of Alcohol and Other Substance Use Disorders Among Emergency Department Visits and Hospitalizations: NHAMCS 2014–2018. Suen, L.W., Makam, A.N., Snyder, H.R. et al. J GEN INTERN MED (2021). doi.org/10.1007/s116...

The latent tuberculosis cascade-of-care among people living with HIV: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

06. Oktober 2021 | TBC

The latent tuberculosis cascade-of-care among people living with HIV: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Bastos ML, Melnychuk L, Campbell JR, Oxlade O, Menzies D (2021) PLoS Med 18(9): e1003703. doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.10037...

The latent tuberculosis cascade-of-care among people living with HIV: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

06. Oktober 2021 | HIV

Australien. Rapid hepatitis C testing to be rolled out at dozens of sites nationwide

06. Oktober 2021 | Hepatitiden

Australien. Rapid hepatitis C testing to be rolled out at dozens of sites nationwide A new rapid test for hepatitis C will be rolled out at dozens of drug treatment clinics, prisons and needle exchange services across Australia to help eliminate ...

The doctor with the Magic touch (Podcast)

06. Oktober 2021 | HIV

The doctor with the Magic touch (Podcast) We now move to the 1990s. Dr David Ho, Time Magazine’s 1996 Person of the Year and personal doctor to basketball legend Magic Johnson, talks to our host, Femi Oke, about his role in developing pioneering ...

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06. Oktober 2021 | HIV

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06. Oktober 2021 | HIV

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06. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

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USA. 2021 OVERDOSE EPIDEMIC REPORT: Physicians’ actions to help end the nation’s drug-related overdose and death epidemic —and what still needs to be done.

06. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

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USA. Methamphetamine-involved overdose deaths nearly tripled between 2015 to 2019, NIH study finds

06. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

USA. Methamphetamine-involved overdose deaths nearly tripled between 2015 to 2019, NIH study finds Patterns of methamphetamine use have become riskier, diversified across U.S. population. (NIH – National Institute of Health, USA, 22.09.2021) htt...

USA. Deaths with drugs as contributing factor are rising dramatically

06. Oktober 2021 | Überdosis - Drogentod

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