Navigating Drug Use and Harm Reduction

This chapter explores various methods of drug ingestion, particularly focusing on smoking, snorting, and injecting substances like fentanyl, while discussing the importance of harm reduction tools such as fentanyl test strips. It highlights the role of naloxone in reversing overdoses and emphasizes the necessity for safe consumption spaces and better access to addiction treatments like methadone and buprenorphine. The chapter also addresses the stigma surrounding medication-assisted treatment in recovery programs and the need for proper medication management to support individuals struggling with addiction.