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January-February 2026

Interventions and Assessments

  • Rapid Initiation of Extended-release Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder is Feasible
  • Receipt of Long-acting Injectable Buprenorphine Associated With Lower Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Retention Than Sublingual Formulation

Health Outcomes

  • Any Alcohol Consumption is Associated With Increased Dementia Risk
  • Provision of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in Jails Associated with Reductions in Mortality and Re-incarceration
  • Clinician Stigma Toward People With Substance Use Disorder is Common and Associated With Clinical Practices
  • Among Pregnant Patients With Substance Use Disorder, Stigmatizing Language in Clinical Notes Undermines Willingness to Engage in Care
  • More Resources, Training, and Data Are Needed to Improve Adolescent and Young Adult Substance Use Disorder Inpatient Management in the US

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