In episode 41 we discuss vaping for smoking cessation. 

Auer R, et al. Electronic Nicotine-Delivery Systems for Smoking Cessation. N Engl J Med. 2024 Feb 15;390(7):601-610. 

We also discuss the NarxCare addiction risk score and the recent increase in alcohol-related deaths. 

New York Times: Addiction Risk Scores Won’t Solve the Opioid Crisis 

CDC: Deaths from Excessive Alcohol Use — United States, 2016–2021 

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