Characterizing changes to harm reduction site operations in British Columbia following the implementation of the decriminalization of drugs: Findings from a provincial survey

Characterizing changes to harm reduction site operations in British Columbia following the implementation of the decriminalization of drugs: Findings from a provincial survey

Abstract Background In January 2023, British Columbia (BC), Canada, piloted a three-year decriminalization policy to address the escalating overdose crisis. The policy seeks to reduce stigma and the fear of criminal prosecution, and foster a safer and more supportive environment, encouraging greater...

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Main Authors: Farihah Ali, Cayley Russell, Justine Law, Sameer Imtiaz, Juls Budau, Rita Shahin, Laura MacKinnon, Dylan Griffith, Sean Patenaude, Jessica Xavier, Jürgen Rehm
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
Subjects:
Decriminalization
Drug policy
Harm reduction
People who use drugs
Public health
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-025-01276-y
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