Substance use and use disorders among Veterans on long-term opioid therapy
Abstract Background: Few studies have reported on the prevalence and health risks associated with substance use and substance use disorder…
Samuel Leonard
A national study of clinical discussions about cannabis use among Veteran patients prescribed opioids
Abstract Background: The Veterans Health Administration tracks urine drug tests (UDTs) among patients on long-term opioid therapy (LTOT) and recommends…
Association of a Positive Drug Screening for Cannabis With Mortality and Hospital Visits Among Veterans Affairs Enrollees Prescribed Opioids
Abstract This cohort study investigates the association of cannabis use with mortality among veterans receiving opioids. Authors: Salomeh Keyhani, Samuel…
Association Between Marijuana Use and Risk of Cancer
Abstract This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the association of marijuana use with the development of cancer in adults with…