The authors of a new study on the connections between stimulants, heart disease and fatal overdoses recommend that clinicians pay more attention to circulatory diseases for people who use drugs. Michelle Gamage reports. Michelle reports on health for The Tyee. Published Jan. 20, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/01/20/If-You-Use-Stimulants-Talk-Doctor-Heart-Health/

If You Use Stimulants, Talk to Your Doctor about Heart Health

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