Epidemiology of methamphetamine abuse in Missouri.
Methamphetamine use has spread over the past decade from the West to other regions of the nation. Since 2000, Missouri has ranked first in clandestine laboratory incidents. The continuing threat of Mexican-produced methamphetamine tempers recent reduction of clandestine laboratory incidents in Missouri. There are a number of consequences related to the use of the drug and Missouri's healthcare professionals could potentially play key roles in prevention and treatment of the problem.
Topolski
James M
JM
Missouri Institute of Mental Health, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, St. Louis, USA.
D019969:Amphetamine-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000628:therapy; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000633:toxicity*; D004335:Drug and Narcotic Control; D006801:Humans; D013287:Illicit Drugs; D008694:Methamphetamine / Q000633:toxicity*; D008923:Missouri / Q000453:epidemiology; D015995:Prevalence; D012307:Risk Factors
D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants; D013287:Illicit Drugs; D008694:Methamphetamine