Episode #30 High Truths with Phil Drum on Drugged Driving

Drugged Driving is a national problem – both from legal and illegal drugs. Listen to High Truths Expert Dr. Phillip Drum discuss the problem with Dr. Lev.

Phillip A Drum, PharmD, FCSHP

Phillip A Drum, Pharm, D., FCSHP received his doctorate in Pharmacy from the University of California – San Francisco.  He is a 30+ year licensed pharmacist who has had a wide range of experiences – from community pharmacy practice, a residency in Hospital Pharmacy, practice as a hospital-based Oncology pharmacist, Pharmacy Administration work as a Clinical Coordinator and later a Regional Manager and leader of regional pharmacy training and patient safety programs. He has been active in Pharmacy Associations and has spoken state-wide and nationally on various pharmaceutical topics.  As a result of a family tragedy, he has been active in research on driving and marijuana and educating the public over the dangers of marijuana in society.

Lecture Link: Marijuana Impaired Driving – What the Data Shows

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=n+american+cannabis+summit+2019+driving&docid=608026602150367093&mid=43064431A6100B05AC3443064431A6100B05AC34&view=detail&FORM=VIRE

Learning Points

• Properly trained law enforcement agents (DRE – drug recognition experts) can detect marijuana impairment at the roadside
• States with legalized marijuana use have resulted in increased traffic collisions
• FDA placed warning on THC and CBD products – do not drive while taking medication
• April 20, (4/20) – has 12% increased fatalities than other days, and is also Hitler’s Birthday
• Drunk driving occurs late at night when bars are closed, and streets are empty
• Marijuana impaired driving occurs before and after work during high traffic