Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Thomas Stopka"
- Thomas Stopka's recent research primarily focuses on the intersection of substance use, particularly opioid and stimulant use, and its impact on public health, emphasizing harm reduction strategies and intervention effectiveness in rural communities affected by the overdose crisis
- Key findings from his studies highlight the critical need for innovative approaches to healthcare access, such as mobile telehealth models for treating Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs (PWID), and insights into community-level interventions like the Communities That HEAL initiative aimed at reducing overdose mortality
- His work also delves into the lived experiences and perceptions of drug users regarding treatment options and societal stigma, shedding light on challenges like involuntary civil commitment and the implications of xylazine presence in local drug markets
