Tag #Harm Reduction

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NSW Drug Summit Ends in Tensions Over Decriminalization

The NSW drug summit, initially predicted to be unproductive, ended with intense debate and calls for decriminalization, despite the government's prior rejection of the policy.

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bbc.com
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Essex Man Dies from Nitazene Overdose Amidst UK Synthetic Opioid Crisis

A 50-year-old man in Essex died on July 2, 2023, from a drug overdose involving nitazenes, a potent synthetic opioid; his death is one of 179 recorded in England in the past year, prompting calls for increased awareness and drug testing.

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smh.com.au
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NSW Drug Summit: Similar Challenges, Uncertain Outcomes After 25 Years

A NSW drug summit, 25 years after a similar event, grapples with persistent issues of drug-related deaths (8.6 per 100,000), long wait times for treatment (1800+ weekly), and debates over decriminalization, mirroring past discussions while new funding is allocated.

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52% Bias Score

theguardian.com
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San Francisco Overdose Deaths Plummet

San Francisco reports a dramatic decrease in overdose deaths in October 2024, attributed to increased access to addiction treatment and targeted enforcement.

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32% Bias Score

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