Epidemiologic field units on narcotic-related problems.
Much more understanding is needed of the epidemiology of narcotic-related problems. This paper describes a research strategy which is responsive to the heterogeneous nature of such problems. It is suggested that it is feasible and useful to establish, for defined geographic areas, epidemiologic field units which would have continuity, be comprehensive and develop programmatically relevant information on a timely basis. The possible areas of inquiry and the components of such a unit are discussed.
D002170:Canada; D004335:Drug and Narcotic Control / Q000458:organization & administration*; D004812:Epidemiologic Methods; D006801:Humans; D009293:Opioid-Related Disorders / Q000453:epidemiology*; D012106:Research; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders