U.S. Military veterans and the opioid overdose crisis: a review of risk factors and prevention efforts
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DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2022.2092896
Abstract: Abstract U.S. military veterans have been heavily impacted by the opioid overdose crisis, with drug overdose mortality rates increasing by 53% from 2010–2019. Risk for overdose among veterans is complex and influenced by ongoing interaction… read more here.
Keywords: crisis; among veterans; military veterans; overdose crisis ... See more keywords
Grief at the Heart of the Opioid Overdose Crisis: Past Lessons and Present Implications.
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DOI: 10.1097/adm.0000000000000976
Abstract: Among the many people experiencing grief in response to opioid overdose deaths, individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) bear one of the largest emotional burdens. Grief and loss of social support networks have the potential… read more here.
Keywords: crisis; heart opioid; grief heart; overdose crisis ... See more keywords
Lessons From the Frontlines of the Overdose Crisis: Exploring the Impact of Harm Reduction Policies on the Roles and Responsibilities of First Responders
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DOI: 10.1177/00910260231171055
Abstract: First responders, including police officers and firefighters, take on the occupational role of responding to community needs during emergencies. While it is acknowledged that their emergency role may change and adapt during large-scale crisis events,… read more here.
Keywords: crisis; overdose crisis; responsibilities first; reduction policies ... See more keywords