Many Medical Cannabis Users Drive While Under the Influence
More than half of adults using medical cannabis for chronic pain reported DUIC within two hours of use
Depression Tied to Worse Asthma Outcomes in Urban Teens
More than a fourth with asthma reported depressive symptoms, greater symptom severity
Increase in Brand-Name Drug Cost Mainly Due to Existing Drugs
Rising costs of oral, injectable generic and specialty drugs mostly driven by new product entry
Many Female Health Care Workers Live in Poverty
Half of black and Latina female health care workers earn less than $15/hour
Psychotherapy May Reduce Frequency of Nonepileptic Seizures
Adherence to psychotherapy linked to lower seizure frequency, higher quality of life, fewer ED visits
Nine Cases of Wound Botulism ID’d in Injection Drug Users
All patients used injection drugs; seven reported using black tar heroin and six practiced skin popping
Smartphone App Can Detect Early Signs of Opioid Overdose
App has high sensitivity, specificity for opioid-induced central apnea, respiratory depression
ACA Coverage Gains Could Erode Without Individual Mandate
However, individual market in California not expected to destabilize because of mandate penalty
Feeling Life Is Worthwhile Linked to Healthier Aging
Feeling tied to stronger relationships, greater social engagement and prosperity, less loneliness
Medical Marketing Has Increased in Past 20 Years
Considerable increase seen from 1997 through 2016, especially in direct-to-consumer advertising
