Lead Story: Association Between Smoking, Smoking Cessation, and Mortality by Race, Ethnicity, and Sex Among US Adults

Lead Story: Association Between Smoking, Smoking Cessation, and Mortality by Race, Ethnicity, and Sex Among US Adults

Ever wondered how smoking impacts different groups of people? This episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine' from ASAM takes a closer look at the relationship between smoking, quitting, and mortality rates across various races, ethnicities, and sexes among US adults. The findings are eye-opening: smoking significantly raises mortality rates for everyone, but quitting before age 45 can cut that risk by nearly 90%.

Even quitting later in life, between ages 45 and 64, can reduce the risk by 66%, regardless of race or ethnicity. But that's not all this episode covers. You'll also hear about the effectiveness of implementation facilitation in promoting addiction treatment medications and how early treatment responses can predict long-term retention. Curious about the connection between substance use and atrial fibrillation? They’ve got that covered too. Plus, there's a fascinating discussion on the neurobiological effects of psychedelics.

The episode doesn't shy away from modern challenges either. It addresses the pros and cons of using telehealth for opioid use disorder treatments and explores the potential benefits of low-barrier buprenorphine treatment for homeless individuals. Presented by leading experts in addiction medicine, this episode is packed with essential insights and up-to-date research findings. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a student, or someone affected by addiction, you'll find valuable information that could make a real difference.