When Are “Paraphernalia” Critical Medical Supplies
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15747749 |
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| Authors | Adriane M dela Cruz (0000-0002-2268-498X, Southwestern Medical Center, corresponding author), Donald Egan (Southwestern Medical Center), Sarah E Baker (0000-0003-2257-2977, Southwestern Medical Center), John Z Sadler (0000-0003-1027-5174, Southwestern Medical Center) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Pages | E527-533 |
| Publication date | 2024-07-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | The AMA Journal of Ethic (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2376-6980 • E-ISSN: 2376-6980 |
| Publisher | American Medical Association (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1001/amajethics.2024.527 |
| PMID | 38958421 |
| OpenAlex | W4400287983 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 4 |
Evidence of harm reduction interventions' morbidity and mortality benefits is abundant and of high quality, so there are good reasons for regional and national groups to advocate for more widespread distribution of legally regulated "drug paraphernalia," including needles, syringes, and fentanyl test strips. But lack of consistency among states' laws means that patients' interstate travel can subject them to being charged with possession of illegal items. This commentary on a case offers guidance to clinicians looking to help patients understand legal risks of interstate travel with supplies that are prescribed or recommended to reduce harms of their drug use and explores the ethical responsibilities of physicians in jurisdictions that legally prohibit these harm reduction interventions
Archaeology · Business · Geography · Paraphernalia · Pain Management and Placebo Effect
| Highly cited | No |
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