Several harm reduction strategies have been proven effective in various contexts:
Needle exchange programs - These programs provide clean needles to people who inject drugs to reduce the risk of infection. Opioid substitution therapy - Medications like methadone and buprenorphine are used to treat opioid dependence. Supervised injection sites - These facilities allow individuals to use drugs under medical supervision to prevent overdoses and provide access to healthcare services. Safe sex education - Providing information and resources to encourage the use of condoms and other protective measures. Naloxone distribution - Making naloxone, an overdose reversal drug, widely available to reduce opioid-related deaths.
