American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Lead: Fatal Opioid Overdoses by Historical and Contemporary Neighborhood-Level Structural Racism
Lead: Fatal Opioid Overdoses by Historical and Contemporary Neighborhood-Level Structural Racism
Lead: Fatal Opioid Overdoses by Historical and Contemporary Neighborhood-Level Structural Racism
Tuesday 25th November 2025
Explore the impact of structural racism on opioid overdoses and innovative addiction treatments in this week's episode.
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Episode Overview
- Structural racism significantly impacts opioid overdose rates.
- Telemedicine shows promise in opioid treatment retention.
- Dutasteride may reduce alcohol consumption effectively.
- Peer-led interventions can improve harm reduction engagement.
- Smoking cessation is crucial for reducing cardiovascular risks.
Researchers found that neighborhoods exposed to high levels of structural racism had the highest fatal overdose incidence rates.
Curious about how neighbourhood-level structural racism impacts opioid overdoses? This week's episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine' brings to light a study from the JAMA Health Forum that examines this very question. By analysing census tracts in Chicago before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers found a chilling link between historical and contemporary racism and fatal opioid overdoses. It's a stark reminder of how deep-rooted societal issues can shape health outcomes. But that's not all.
The episode also delves into innovative approaches like telemedicine for opioid treatment in Montreal, revealing promising retention rates among patients. You'll also hear about a study on dutasteride's role in reducing alcohol consumption and the effectiveness of peer-led interventions for chemsex in Australia. With discussions ranging from smoking cessation to contingency management interventions, there's no shortage of compelling insights.
So, whether you're interested in the socio-political aspects of addiction or the latest medical treatments, this episode offers a wealth of information. How can communities tackle these systemic issues to foster healthier environments?