COVID-19 Response
Harm Reduction Amidst the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 is an illness caused by a novel coronavirus that can cause respiratory infection and lead to health problems. The World Health Organization (WHO) previously defined COVID-19 as a global health emergency and it remains a pandemic, meaning it spread to many people across the world at the same time.
As we continue to experience this global public health crisis, health care capacity is being outpaced by COVID-19 cases that require treatment and care. And like many other health issues, COVID-19 disproportionately impacts people of color due to structural inequities and institutional racism. This is a reminder how critical it is to center racial justice in all of our work.
Harm reduction is more vital than ever.
COVID-19 Resources for People Who Use Drugs and Harm Reduction Providers
Created in collaboration with Higher Ground Harm Reduction, Reynolds Health Strategies, and Vital Strategies
COVID-19 Stimulant Use and Harm Reduction Tip Sheet
Tips for stimulant-preferring or polydrug users, focusing on amphetamines, cocaine, and crack cocaine.
Fear COVID-19? Current US Drug Policy Spreads It
U.S. drug policy increases the spread of COVID-19 to people who use drugs and other marginalized groups. Understand how in this article by NHRC and the Drug Policy Alliance.