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Overdose Deaths May Be Decreasing Overall - But Not for Oppressed Communities

The national decline in overdose deaths masks ongoing crises in specific communities, particularly among marginalized groups.

Instead of sodas, these vending machines offer needles and Narcan to fight overdoses

North Adams introduces a vending machine for harm reduction, providing clean syringes and naloxone to combat the opioid crisis.

Brooklynites upset about city-, Soros-funded group distributing needles, crack pipes on sidewalk

Harm-reduction group distributing drug paraphernalia in Brooklyn sparks controversy among residents.

Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives, But Politics Stand in the Way

Overdose prevention centers in NYC significantly reduce drug use and save lives, prompting interest from other regions seeking similar solutions.

Experts warn of 'zombie drug' xylazine

Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer, is increasingly involved in fatal overdoses, posing a severe health threat across cities.

The Opioid Crisis Is Surging. We're Still Ignoring Experts | The Walrus

Safer supply programs are critical in addressing the opioid overdose crisis, focusing on providing safer alternatives to harmful drugs.

Overdose Deaths May Be Decreasing Overall - But Not for Oppressed Communities

The national decline in overdose deaths masks ongoing crises in specific communities, particularly among marginalized groups.

Instead of sodas, these vending machines offer needles and Narcan to fight overdoses

North Adams introduces a vending machine for harm reduction, providing clean syringes and naloxone to combat the opioid crisis.

Brooklynites upset about city-, Soros-funded group distributing needles, crack pipes on sidewalk

Harm-reduction group distributing drug paraphernalia in Brooklyn sparks controversy among residents.

Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives, But Politics Stand in the Way

Overdose prevention centers in NYC significantly reduce drug use and save lives, prompting interest from other regions seeking similar solutions.

Experts warn of 'zombie drug' xylazine

Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer, is increasingly involved in fatal overdoses, posing a severe health threat across cities.

The Opioid Crisis Is Surging. We're Still Ignoring Experts | The Walrus

Safer supply programs are critical in addressing the opioid overdose crisis, focusing on providing safer alternatives to harmful drugs.
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An expert in the risks of alcohol drank heavily for years. His 'dry by default' rule helped him drink less, lose weight, and live a fuller life.

Moderation in alcohol consumption is increasingly seen as harmful with no safe level advocated.
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'It's Maddening': Addiction Experts Cry Foul at Mayoral Candidates' Push for Drug Arrests | KQED

Mayoral candidates in San Francisco are prioritizing law enforcement to combat drug-related issues amid soaring overdose rates, alarming health experts.

Decriminalization Wasn't the Real Culprit in Oregon's Overdose Death Spike

Despite a slight decline in national overdose deaths, regional trends show rising deaths, particularly in Western states and linked to fentanyl.
Oregon's experiment with decriminalizing hard drugs faced backlash due to a significant increase in overdose deaths.

Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio

The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.

Ex-mayors, advocates slam safe drug consumption site closures as policy failure | CBC News

Former mayors and advocates urge the government to maintain Toronto's safe consumption sites, vital for community safety amidst the overdose crisis.

Overdose deathsup in Oregon, down nationally

Overdose deaths are increasing in Western states despite a national decline, partly due to fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Community rallies behind Kensington Market drug consumption site after provincial ban | CBC News

The Kensington Market Overdose Prevention Site is crucial for community safety, helping to prevent overdose deaths, but faces closure due to provincial regulations.

'It's Maddening': Addiction Experts Cry Foul at Mayoral Candidates' Push for Drug Arrests | KQED

Mayoral candidates in San Francisco are prioritizing law enforcement to combat drug-related issues amid soaring overdose rates, alarming health experts.

Decriminalization Wasn't the Real Culprit in Oregon's Overdose Death Spike

Despite a slight decline in national overdose deaths, regional trends show rising deaths, particularly in Western states and linked to fentanyl.
Oregon's experiment with decriminalizing hard drugs faced backlash due to a significant increase in overdose deaths.

Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio

The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.

Ex-mayors, advocates slam safe drug consumption site closures as policy failure | CBC News

Former mayors and advocates urge the government to maintain Toronto's safe consumption sites, vital for community safety amidst the overdose crisis.

Overdose deathsup in Oregon, down nationally

Overdose deaths are increasing in Western states despite a national decline, partly due to fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Community rallies behind Kensington Market drug consumption site after provincial ban | CBC News

The Kensington Market Overdose Prevention Site is crucial for community safety, helping to prevent overdose deaths, but faces closure due to provincial regulations.
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I Thought My Drug of Choice Wouldn't Cause Me Problems. I Was So Wrong.

Cannabis can be addictive, and withdrawal symptoms, though not lethal, can still be quite unpleasant.
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Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?

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

Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news

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

Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?

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

Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news

Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
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The cocreator of Starface has a new project: Making it cool to test your drugs for fentanyl

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

HSE issues alert over high strength drugs at Electric Picnic causing medical emergencies and fits

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

The cocreator of Starface has a new project: Making it cool to test your drugs for fentanyl

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

HSE issues alert over high strength drugs at Electric Picnic causing medical emergencies and fits

Drug potency at Electric Picnic poses serious health risks, with MDMA linked to medical emergencies. Seek help if feeling unwell after use.
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'Out of Control': Burning Man's drug enforcement policies are shockingly strict

Cannabis use at Burning Man remains legally risky despite growing legalization in the U.S.; enforcement and arrests still occur at the festival.

Drag Queens to Lead Overdose Prevention Efforts in San Francisco

Queer nightlife professionals and drag queens are pivotal in addressing the overdose epidemic through education and harm reduction efforts.
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EMS: New sedative causes dangerous trend in overdoses around Worcester

Narcan is crucial to saving lives amidst a dangerous trend of opioid-related overdoses exacerbated by new drugs like medetomidine in Worcester.

Fatal overdoses in Massachusetts drop by over 10%, new CDC data shows

State's harm reduction programs, like naloxone distribution, contributed to Massachusetts' 10% decrease in fatal opioid overdoses in 2023.

Rhode Island is opening the nation's overdose prevention center. Could Massachusetts be next?

Rhode Island will open the country's first state-regulated overdose prevention center this summer.
The center will provide supervised drug use, overdose prevention, and support services.
Overdose prevention centers are controversial and illegal on a federal level, but Rhode Island's center will have a two-year pilot funded by opioid settlement funds.

EMS: New sedative causes dangerous trend in overdoses around Worcester

Narcan is crucial to saving lives amidst a dangerous trend of opioid-related overdoses exacerbated by new drugs like medetomidine in Worcester.

Fatal overdoses in Massachusetts drop by over 10%, new CDC data shows

State's harm reduction programs, like naloxone distribution, contributed to Massachusetts' 10% decrease in fatal opioid overdoses in 2023.

Rhode Island is opening the nation's overdose prevention center. Could Massachusetts be next?

Rhode Island will open the country's first state-regulated overdose prevention center this summer.
The center will provide supervised drug use, overdose prevention, and support services.
Overdose prevention centers are controversial and illegal on a federal level, but Rhode Island's center will have a two-year pilot funded by opioid settlement funds.
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Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives. Why Won't Governor Hochul Authorize Them?

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

Why Oregon's Drug Decriminalization Failed

Misunderstanding of addiction led to the repeal of drug decriminalization law in Oregon
Measure 110 aimed to remove criminal penalties for drug possession and focus on harm reduction services

Drug Overdose: Symptoms, Signs, Treatment & What Is An OD?

An overdose can vary based on substances, education on the risks is crucial, and definitions may differ across organizations.

Lobby group calls for pokies venues to be exempt from facial recognition and biometric data laws

The lobby group for Australian clubs is requesting exemptions from new laws to store biometric data and use facial recognition technology to identify gambling addicts.
Clubs Australia argues that the stricter restrictions on biometric data collection could undermine harm reduction measures, such as self-exclusion registers.

Sadiq Khan urged to 'follow Bristol's lead' with drug testing services across London

City Hall Conservatives urge Sadiq Khan to roll out drug testing services in London to protect the health of drug users.
Bristol has introduced the UK's first regular drug testing service, which allows users to check if their substances are contaminated.
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One woman's controversial fight to make America accept drug users for who they are

Louise Vincent is a leading voice advocating for the humanization and support of drug users in the face of the devastating overdose crisis in the U.S.
Abstinence-focused approaches to recovery don't work for many people struggling with addiction, according to Vincent.
Vincent argues that the U.S. focus on law enforcement and drug abstinence has not been effective, and it's time to try something new.

Hochul spending $12.5M on 'harm reduction' programs that critics say enables junkies

The Hochul administration is allocating $4.5 million for 'harm-reduction' strategies to combat New York's opioid epidemic.
Critics argue that these programs enable addiction and are a waste of public money.
The state plans to distribute the funds to nonprofits to develop and continue harm reduction service projects statewide.

One woman's controversial fight to make America accept drug users for who they are

Louise Vincent is a leading voice advocating for the humanization and support of drug users in the face of the devastating overdose crisis in the U.S.
Abstinence-focused approaches to recovery don't work for many people struggling with addiction, according to Vincent.
Vincent argues that the U.S. focus on law enforcement and drug abstinence has not been effective, and it's time to try something new.

Hochul spending $12.5M on 'harm reduction' programs that critics say enables junkies

The Hochul administration is allocating $4.5 million for 'harm-reduction' strategies to combat New York's opioid epidemic.
Critics argue that these programs enable addiction and are a waste of public money.
The state plans to distribute the funds to nonprofits to develop and continue harm reduction service projects statewide.
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First gun violence prevention town hall is set: 'We want to hear from everybody, from all walks of life'

Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall will address the effects of gun violence and harm reduction strategies.
The panel of experts will provide insight into the effects of trauma, the lived experience of gun violence, and violence prevention efforts.
The GVPI aims to address the root causes of gun violence and implement strategies to interrupt cycles of violence.

Opinion | A Safe Injection Site Won't Destroy Your Neighborhood. It May Save It.

A new study shows that overdose prevention centers do not lead to an increase in crime rates in surrounding neighborhoods.
Harm reduction approaches prioritize public health over drug-law enforcement.
These policies can increase the likelihood of people entering treatment.

First gun violence prevention town hall is set: 'We want to hear from everybody, from all walks of life'

Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall will address the effects of gun violence and harm reduction strategies.
The panel of experts will provide insight into the effects of trauma, the lived experience of gun violence, and violence prevention efforts.
The GVPI aims to address the root causes of gun violence and implement strategies to interrupt cycles of violence.

Opinion | A Safe Injection Site Won't Destroy Your Neighborhood. It May Save It.

A new study shows that overdose prevention centers do not lead to an increase in crime rates in surrounding neighborhoods.
Harm reduction approaches prioritize public health over drug-law enforcement.
These policies can increase the likelihood of people entering treatment.
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