Is handedness associated with health outcomes for people who inject illicit drugs?

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Is handedness associated with health outcomes for people who inject illicit drugs?

Approximately 10% of the global population is left-handed. Much research has been directed at handedness and health, with reports of left-handers suffering higher rates of numerous health conditions, accidents, injuries and ultimately, significantly reduced lifespans. Most previous research focused...

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Main Authors:	Aitken, C., Dwyer, Robyn, Spelman, T., Power, R.
Format:	Journal Article
Published:	Informa Healthcare 2009
Online Access:	http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/24072

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