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Dr. Paula Braitstein and MPH alumna Lonnie Embleton published work referenced in the media

July 15/2013

Dr. Paula Braitstein, DLSPH Professor, and MPH alumna Lonnie Embleton’s study, “The epi­demiology of substance use amongst street children in re­source-constrained settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis.” generated a Toronto Star and Voice of America Report article.  The study reports drug use as being common among street children, posing serious threats to both their health and their chances for reintegration into society.