#harm-reduction

#harm-reduction

San Francisco is experiencing a shift from harm reduction approaches to sobriety-based supportive housing amid rising overdose deaths.

Harm reduction strategies in San Francisco aim to save lives while addressing addiction, despite recent setbacks in support services.

Ontario transitions supervised consumption sites to addiction recovery hubs, shifting focus from harm reduction policies.

The province plans to allocate $378 million for new treatment hubs and supportive housing units.

The shift in drug policy away from harm reduction towards abstinence-based recovery is contentious, promoting debates on effective strategies for combating substance use.

Recovery and harm reduction are pivotal in addressing drug issues, but they often conflict politically.

Harm reduction prioritizes connection and trust, facilitating healing in individuals dealing with addiction.

Matt Dorsey's 'recovery first' ordinance advances to the Board of Supervisors with amendments reflecting a shift from 'abstinence-first' to 'long-term remission.'

Dr. Koka's clinics face ongoing scrutiny for high opioid prescriptions amid calls for operational changes from local officials.

Closure of supervised consumption sites could become a major political issue in Ontario's upcoming elections.

Advocates argue that the sites are essential for saving lives and reducing harm.

San Francisco's mayor is scaling back harm reduction programs amid rising concerns from advocates about the implications for public health.

A Chicago group promotes gun safety education among youth as a harm reduction strategy amidst prevalent gun violence.

San Francisco mandates counseling services for safe drug use supply distribution, emphasizing the need for linked harm-reduction and treatment programs.

San Francisco's Mayor is implementing a new policy that mandates treatment for drug users seeking harm reduction supplies from April 30.

Travis County continues to support opioid recovery services amid federal funding cuts, aided by opioid settlement payouts.

A new initiative in Mexico promotes free drug testing at festivals, focusing on harm reduction and public health rather than criminalization.

San Francisco is reversing harm reduction policies, including the distribution of drug paraphernalia, under new leadership.

Tariffs intended to curb fentanyl may actually increase overdoses by disrupting drug supply chains.

Trump's administration may close NYC drug injection sites as a response to community concerns over safety.

Overdose deaths in the U.S. are decreasing due to reduced fentanyl potency, expanded treatment options, and harm reduction initiatives.

Glasgow opened the UK's first legal drug consumption room to combat drug-related deaths and spread of diseases.

The surge in opioid-related deaths highlights the urgency for harm reduction strategies and immediate medical care for users.

The Glasgow drug consumption room has faced multiple overdose incidents since opening, highlighting the dangers of substance use.

Rally attendees advocate for harm reduction policies to address overdose crisis in New York.

Bob Bryar's death raises awareness of nitrous oxide abuse in music communities and questions effective harm reduction strategies.

Bob Bryar's death raises concerns over nitrous oxide abuse in music communities.

A Toronto consumption site is legally challenging a new Ontario law that will close 10 sites and prevent new ones from opening.

A court ruling temporarily protects 10 supervised drug consumption sites in Ontario, but long-term funding uncertainty poses risks to their operation.

Toronto's only supervised drug consumption site closed due to safety concerns and provincial legislation, impacting harm reduction services in the community.

Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.

Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.

Overdrive is a lifestyle brand aimed at harm reduction through a fentanyl test kit, promoting drug safety amid rising overdose deaths.

Drug potency at Electric Picnic poses serious health risks, with MDMA linked to medical emergencies. Seek help if feeling unwell after use.