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  • Title: Health indicators of substance abuse problems in Baltimore.
    Author: DeWeese J, Liu H.
    Journal: Md Med J; 1993 Aug; 42(8):751-9. PubMed ID: 8412536.
    Abstract:
    Selected health indicators were examined for which Baltimore-specific data were available, including substance abuse treatment admissions, AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) case reports, and drug-related emergency room visits and deaths. All indicators reflected high levels and increasing rates of substance abuse problems in Baltimore. Drugs of choice most likely to result in adverse effects were heroin, cocaine, and alcohol--often in combination. The African-American population in Baltimore is disproportionately affected by substance abuse. Emerging drug use patterns are examined, and health service and policy issues are discussed.
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