W. Jay Christian

Hemp-derived cannabinoid use among young adults in Lexington, Kentucky in 2024

Abstract Introduction : The availability and use of hemp-derived cannabinoids (HDCs), such as delta-8-THC and CBD, have increased rapidly due to changes in US cannabis policy and their federally legal status. The health effects of HDCs remain largely unknown. Limited data exists...

Infective Endocarditis Hospitalizations in Kentucky, 2008-2018: Spatial and Temporal Trends

Introduction: Infective endocarditis (IE) hospitalization rates have increased significantly in the last decade, primarily due to the opioid epidemic. In 2016, Kentucky (KY) ranked among the top ten states for opioid-related overdose deaths, but limited data exist on IE trends in...