Harm Reduction Resource Center
The more we know, the better we do. This is why we spend thousands of hours each year developing and curating up-to-date information about evidence-based harm reduction strategies and practices.
Whether you’re seeking info on safer drug use for yourself or others, tips to be prepared in the event of an overdose, the most up-to-date information about fentanyl testing, or ways to create a supportive environment for harm reduction programs to thrive – we hope you find what you’re looking for.
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Harm Reduction Issues
Explore our resource library for practical resources to promote the health and dignity of people affected by drug use. For each issue area, you’ll find fact sheets, webinars, manuals, training guides, and more.
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Improving Buprenorphine Access
Life-saving Syringe Services Programs (SSPs) connect program participants with a range of care, support services, and medications, including buprenorphine. NHRC, in collaboration with our partners at RTI International and the North American Syringe Exchange Network (NASEN), have published fact sheets in Spanish and English that highlight the experiences 20 SSPs have had integrating buprenorphine into their work with program participants. The fact sheets include information about how SSPs can increase buprenorphine access for participants, the challenges and opportunities and more.
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Advanced Drug Checking Services
The more people know about their drug supply, the safer they can be. Syringe Services Programs (SSPs) have been saving lives through their drug checking work, moving beyond test strips to working with advanced equipment. NHRC, in collaboration with our partners at RTI International and the North American Syringe Exchange Network (NASEN), have published fact sheets in Spanish and English that focus on the experiences 23 SSPs have had implementing advanced drug checking services into their work. The fact sheets include information about how SSPs can administer these services, barriers and opportunities they face in the process, best practices tips, and more.
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Getting Started with Harm Reduction
New to harm reduction programs and strategies? Here are some of our best resources to give you a lay of the land.
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