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Newest firstNew psychoactive substances (NPS) represent a growing public health challenge in Europe. Their rapid emergence, chemical diversity and unpredictable toxicity complicate prevention, clinical management and regulatory responses. This study provides an updated overview of NPS-related harms in France using national addictovigilance data. Data were extracted from three complementary surveillance systems: (i) the NotS p…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Chronic use of cannabis is associated with an increased risk of psychosocial, mental and physical health impairments. Sociohealth institutions reach a very limited proportion of cannabis users in need of treatment. Using data collected from festival attendees, this study aimed to estimate the prevalence of dependent cannabis users and to characterize cannabis dependence. Methods We used data from the cr…
BackgroundIllicit substance use has constantly evolved over the years, particularly in the party scene. Monitoring these changes is essential to adapt harm reduction strategies. The OCTOPUS survey was implemented to enhance knowledge on drug use at music festivals. The objective of the work presented here was to describe drug use and to characterize profiles of substance use in music festival attendees.MethodsOCTO…
Open article record in new tab ↗BACKGROUND: Sickle cell disease (SCD) induces chronic haemolytic anaemia and intermittent vaso-occlusion that results in tissue ischaemia causing acute, severe pain episodes that can lead to frequent hospitalizations. These consequences can have repercussions on family, social, school and/or professional life. Here, we present some of the results of the PHEDRE study (Pharmacodépendance Et DREpanocytose-drug depend…
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