San Francisco Scales Back Harm Reduction Policy
KQED's Forum
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Shifting Sands of Harm Reduction
This chapter explores a major policy change in San Francisco's harm reduction strategies, where health providers will limit the distribution of safer smoking supplies unless users agree to counseling. It addresses the implications of this shift, including concerns about increased risky behaviors and the conflict between community perceptions and evidence-based practices. The discussion highlights the need for a balanced approach that integrates harm reduction with treatment and prevention to support individuals facing addiction.
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