Drug Intoxication Among Latino Opioid Users in Florida
Author Information
Author(s): Suriaga Armiel, Tappen Ruth, Panos Raquel, Dimeo Christina
Primary Institution: Florida Atlantic University
Hypothesis
We aimed to report the characteristics of Hispanic decedents with drug intoxication, particularly opioids and other substances.
Conclusion
Being Hispanic was not significantly associated with drug intoxication, but certain factors increased the odds of dying from drug intoxication.
Supporting Evidence
- 1,199 Hispanic decedents out of 30,846 people who died from any drugs were analyzed.
- 551 out of 1,199 Hispanic decedents died from drug intoxication.
- Being Hispanic has 0.87 odds of dying from drug intoxication.
- After adjusting for confounders, the odds of dying from drug intoxication slightly increased.
Takeaway
This study looked at Hispanic people in Florida who died from drug overdoses and found that being Hispanic didn't really change the chances of dying from it.
Methodology
Descriptive statistics and regression models were used to analyze de-identified data from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the reliance on de-identified data.
Limitations
The study only analyzed data from Hispanic decedents and may not represent the entire population.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 39.14 years, with a majority being males (84.7%) and most deaths occurring in the 25-34 age group.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.018
Confidence Interval
[95% CI=.77-.98]
Statistical Significance
p=0.053
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