Dr. Sharon Koivu expressed disappointment over Ontario’s decision to close 10 supervised drug consumption sites, stating that while she is concerned, she is not surprised by the move due to ongoing community safety issues.
Koivu emphasized the need for a holistic approach to drug addiction, highlighting that while harm reduction is crucial, it should not overshadow other treatment methods such as prevention and recovery, which are also vital to the addiction strategy.
The Ontario government’s new policy reflects a troubling shift, according to Koivu, who believes that the focus on harm reduction has overshadowed comprehensive addiction treatment, signaling a need for a balanced approach to addiction health policy.
Communicating with communities is essential to address safety concerns around supervised consumption sites. Koivu pointed out that those operating these facilities need to rekindle their commitment to helping individuals transition into recovery effectively.
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