Harm Reduction
WHAT IS HARM REDUCTION? Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Harm reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who… Read More
Injection Drug Use Guidelines
WHAT IS HARM REDUCTION? Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Harm reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who… Read More
Syringe Service Programs (SSPs)
WHAT IS HARM REDUCTION? Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Harm reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who… Read More
Opioid Replacement Therapy
WHAT IS OPIOID REPLACEMENT THERAPY? Opioid replacement therapy (ORT) is the substitution of an opioid, such as heroin, with a longer-lasting prescription opioid with less potential for abuse. It’s also known as opioid substitution therapy (OST). Methadone and buprenorphine are opioids that are typically used… Read More
