A qualitative study on overdose response in the era of COVID-19 and beyond: how to spot someone so they never have to use alone.

Melissa PerriNatalie KaminskiMatthew BonnGillian KollaAdrian GutaAhmed M BayoumiLaurel ChallacombeMarilou GagnonNatasha TouesnardPatrick McDougallCarol J Strike

Published in: Harm reduction journal (2021)

Spotting is a novel addition to, but not replacement for, existing harm reduction services. To optimize overdose/COVID-19/STBBI's prevention services, additional supports (e.g., changes to Good Samaritan Laws) are needed. The criminalization of drug use may limit uptake of formal spotting services.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
healthcare
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primary care
mental health
affordable care act
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
health insurance