Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Walter Gibson"
- Walter Gibson's recent research primarily focuses on the intersection of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and opioid use disorder (OUD), examining prescription trends and patterns among affected individuals in New York State between 2005 and 2018, highlighting significant social disparities in treatment.
- His studies have revealed increasing incidences of OUD among clients with prior alcohol problems, demonstrating the need to address the evolving nature of the opioid epidemic and its implications for secondary prevention strategies.
- In addition to addiction-related research, Gibson has also explored environmental health issues, including the microbiota of pit latrines and factors affecting their decomposition rates, underlining the importance of sanitation and waste management in public health.
