CDC: ~20% of US Adults Currently Use Tobacco Products
Prevalence of use higher for men, adults aged ≤65 years, uninsured, those with disability or limitation
Poisoning
2012 to 2018 Saw Substantial Rise in Naloxone Dispensing
Regional variation in naloxone dispensing considerable; rates lowest in most rural counties.
FDA: Opioid Med Labels Will Include More Info on Appropriate Tapering in Physically Dependent Patients
The Food and Drug Administration is requiring labeling changes for all opioid analgesics used in the outpatient setting, to provide additional guidance on safe opioid tapering.
FDA Updates REMS for Transmucosal Immediate-Release Fentanyl Products
The Food and Drug Administration has announced that the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) for transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl (TIRF) medications has been updated to better ensure the safe use of these products.
FDA Clears ClearMate Device to Treat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
The FDA has granted marketing clearance for ClearMate (Thornhill Research), a device intended for use in an emergency room (ER) setting to help treat patients with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Kratom Exposure in the US Linked to Serious Medical Outcomes
From 2011 to 2017 the number of kratom related calls to US Poison Control Centers went from about 1 a month to 2 a day; the finding comes from an analysis of the National Poison Data System.
E-Cigs vs Nicotine Replacement Tx: Which Is More Effective for Smoking Cessation?
One-year abstinence higher with e-cigarettes than other nicotine replacement products
FDA Receives an ‘F’ in Tobacco Prevention Report Card
The US Food and Drug Administration was given an “F” in a new American Lung Association report card evaluating tobacco prevention programs.
ASA: Increased Odds of Stroke, MI With E-Cigarette Use
Electronic cigarette use is associated with increased odds of stroke, myocardial infarction, and angina or coronary heart disease, according to a study presented at the American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference, held from February 6 to 8 in Honolulu.
Psychopathic Traits in Adulthood Up With Child Lead Exposure
Higher childhood blood lead levels are associated with more psychopathy during the life course, according to a new study published in JAMA.
