Assessing the risk of COVID-19 reinfection and severe outcomes among individuals with substance use disorders: a retrospective study using real-world electronic health records.

Wen-Jan TuanHailey M KindtRobert P Lennon

Published in: BMJ open (2023)

Individuals with SUD had greater risks of COVID-19 reinfection and poor outcomes, especially those with OUD, STUD and AUD. Multiple vaccinations are recommended to reduce severe illness after COVID-19 reinfection in the SUD population.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
electronic health record
early onset
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
human health
metabolic syndrome
drug induced