DRUG USE

This study tested a 4-session program called PARTNER for young men who have sex with men (ages 18-29) in relationships. The program used motivational interviewing to help them take PrEP (a daily pill to prevent HIV), reduce risky sex, and cut down on drug use. 196 men took part, …

This study tested a new way to treat people with opioid use disorder who also have severe infections from injecting drugs. Instead of staying in the hospital, patients received antibiotics at home along with medication for their addiction. The goal was to see if this combined app…

This study tested whether a mobile health unit that offers addiction treatment, HIV care, and prevention in one place can help people who inject drugs get the care they need. 447 adults with opioid use disorder and recent injection drug use took part. The goal was to see if this …

This study tested whether an economic empowerment program could reduce alcohol and drug use among adolescents and young adults (ages 15-24) living with HIV in poor communities in Uganda. The 95 participants were already receiving HIV care and had recently used alcohol or drugs. T…

This pilot study tested whether getting young people actively involved in prevention programs can reduce substance misuse. Four community organizations in North Carolina took part; some used a youth engagement strategy while others did not. Researchers surveyed staff and youth to…

This study tested three remote programs to help people with depression and substance use caused by COVID-19 stress. 113 adults from Cambridge Health Alliance took part. They either joined an 8-week online mindfulness class, an online therapy program, or received standard remote m…

This study in Vietnam tested whether providing community-based mental health care to people who inject drugs with depression, psychosis, or suicide risk could improve their mental health and reduce their exposure to HIV and hepatitis C. Researchers followed 200 participants with …

This study looked at how much intravenous (IV) medicine is thrown away in intensive care units (ICUs) in France. Over 1,000 adult patients were observed to measure the amount of unused drug left in syringes and IV bags. The goal is to understand the scale of waste and find ways t…

This study looked at how much injectable drug is wasted in operating rooms across France. Over 3,700 patients were included, and researchers measured the amount of prepared but unused drugs thrown away. The goal is to find ways to reduce waste and protect the environment.