Publications by authors named "R H Robertson"
Spreading depolarization (SD) temporarily shuts down neural processing in mammals and insects. Age is a critical factor for predicting the consequences of SD in humans. We investigated the effect of aging in an insect model of SD and explored the contribution of oxidative stress.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFImpact of Smokeless Oral Nicotine Products on Cardiovascular Disease: Implications for Policy, Prevention, and Treatment: A Policy Statement From the American Heart Association.
Cheryl R Dennison Himmelfarb Neal L Benowitz Melissa D Blank Aruni Bhatnagar Paul J Chase Rose Marie Robertson
Circulation
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- Smokeless oral nicotine products are addictive and can negatively impact cardiovascular health, particularly in individuals with pre-existing heart or cerebrovascular conditions, and can also increase the risk of oral cancer depending on their chemical composition.
- The market for these products has rapidly expanded since the last American Heart Association policy, particularly with the rise of tobacco-free oral nicotine pouches, but their health effects remain unstudied.
- There is a need for strong public policies to help end tobacco addiction, focusing on preventing initiation and promoting cessation through established treatment options.
Background: Co-use of alcohol and e-cigarettes (often called vaping) has been linked with long-term health outcomes, including increased risk for substance use disorder. Co-use may have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Social networking sites may offer insights into current perspectives on polysubstance use.
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