Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Daniel I Rees"
- Daniel I Rees focuses on the intersection of public health policies, substance use, and healthcare access, particularly examining how legislative changes, such as marijuana legalization and tobacco taxation, impact health outcomes and behaviors among different populations.
- His recent research findings suggest that increasing cigarette taxes during adolescence significantly reduces adult smoking rates, and that recreational marijuana laws decrease the misuse of prescription opioids.
- Additionally, Rees has explored the implications of healthcare policies, such as the Affordable Care Act, on emergency services, revealing that expanded insurance coverage led to slower ambulance response times, indicating potential strains on healthcare resources.