| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7505622 | Drug and Alcohol Dependence | 2014 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The observed increases in heroin overdose deaths can no longer be considered speculation. Deaths among younger adults were noted to have increased in particular, suggesting new directions for targeting interventions. More research beyond vital statistics is needed to understand the root causes of the shift from prescription opioids to heroin.
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Authors
Nabarun Dasgupta, Kathleen Creppage, Anna Austin, Christopher Ringwalt, Catherine Sanford, Scott K. Proescholdbell,