Bridging the mind and body: exploring venous thromboembolism in psychiatric inpatients.

ObjectiveThis study aimed to identify factors associated with venous thromboembolism (VTE) diagnosis in psychiatric inpatients in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.MethodsWe conducted a retrospective case-control chart review of patients admitted to the Dube Centre for Mental Health from January 2007 to December 2021. Cases were individuals aged 18 years and older who received anticoagulation for VTE treatment.

Take-Home Naloxone Access and Use among Older Adults Living with Pain: A Scoping Review.

Background: Opioids are a common treatment for older adults living with pain. Given high rates of polypharmacy and chronic comorbidities, older adults are at risk of opioid overdose. Evidence is now available that take-home naloxone (THN) supports reduction of opioid-related harms.