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Preliminary assessment of fentanyl and synthetic opioids prevalence among addiction patients by means of hair analysis
(2021-08-10)
Background Although the diffusion of novel synthetic opioids has become a worldwide phenomenon, their prevalence of use in Italy seems to be limited. Existing national data is mainly derived by anamnestic surveyslacking ...
The market of sport supplement in the digital era: A netnographic analysis of perceived risks, side-effects and other safety issues
(2021-06-13)
Background: The market of sport supplements is expanding worldwide. Such phenomenon is often supported by captivating marketing strategies and social media advertising providing unscientifically founded claims, thus raising ...
Fitspiration on social media: Body-Image and other psychopathological risks among young adults. A narrative review.
(2021-05-24)
Background The use of social media is popular in the health and the beauty industry, with an increasing number of brands using web platforms to promote their products. Among the recently-emerged trends, “fitspiration” (also ...
Carfentanil on the darknet : Potential scam or alarming public health threat?
(2021-05)
Background: In an age of global insecurity, highly potent synthetic drugs have become a major public health issue. Their online advertisement and sale are facilitated by surface web, darknet markets and social media fuelling ...
The Dangerous use of Inhalants among Teens: a Case Report
(2021-03-20)
The recreational use of inhalants among teenagers and other vulnerable individuals is a growing cause of concern for clinicians. Products, such as computer dusters and spray cleaners containing highly toxic compounds, such ...