Abstract
This study repeated a Scotland-wide survey of one-in-four GPs from 2000, to compare findings with 2008. A 60% response was achieved (of 1065). Almost 44% of GPs were treating drug misusers (62% in 2000). Enhanced services were provided by less than half of practices. Seven per cent of responders were only comfortable prescribing below the recommended minimum dose of 60 mg methadone, (33% in 2000). Over 70% offered blood-borne virus screening and 71% were aware of patients using psychostimulants. Recent changes, particularly the new GP contract may have decreased GP involvement in treating drug misusers.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 517-520 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | The British Journal of General Practice |
Volume | 60 |
Issue number | 576 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2010 |
Keywords
- drug abuse
- general practice
- survey