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Harm Reduction<\/h1>\n

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Simply put, harm reduction is reducing the potential harm from actions that we take. Some ways that this can look in everyday life is wearing a life vest, using seatbelts, wearing protective gear during sports, and so much more.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In the context of drug use,\u00a0<\/span>harm reduction aims to reduce the negative consequences associated with drug use\u00a0<\/span><\/b>(National Harm Reduction Coalition<\/a>). Importantly, harm reduction is also a social justice movement \u201cbuilt on a belief in, and respect for, the rights of people who use drugs\u201d (National Harm Reduction Coalition<\/a>).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why is it Important?<\/h2>\n

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Harm reduction saves lives! It\u2019s not just a catchy phrase \u2013 it\u2019s true. Harm reduction is an evidence-based approach to drug use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Do We Put Harm Reduction into Action?<\/h2>\n

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Check your drugs!
\nFentanyl is a real risk. <\/h2>\n

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Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that comes in pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical forms. It is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Many individuals consume fentanyl unknowingly (because they do not realize that it is in a product they\u2019re using), while others intentionally use fentanyl because of its potency. Illicit fentanyl is sweeping the street drug supply and can be in many different drugs.\u00a0<\/span>Some folks might think that they are safe from fentanyl because they don\u2019t use injection drugs, and this is not true!<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Drugs like cocaine, MDMA (molly\/ecstasy), and generally any pill\/powder that you didn\u2019t get from a pharmacy can contain fentanyl or be pure fentanyl.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fentanyl test strips are not fool-proof, but they can be helpful to see if there is fentanyl in your drugs. Test strips can tell you if your drugs contain fentanyl but not how much fentanyl there is or how strong it is.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don’t Use Alone<\/h2>\n

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If possible, try not to use alone. It\u2019s good to have other people with you if something goes wrong!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Go Slow<\/h2>\n

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You can always do more, but you can\u2019t do less.<\/p>\n

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Carry Naloxone and Know How to Use It<\/h2>\n

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Naloxone (Narcan) is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids<\/span><\/b>, including fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications. Naloxone quickly reverses an overdose by blocking the effects of opioids. It can restore normal breathing within 2 to 3 minutes in a person whose breath has slowed, or even stopped, as a result of opioid overdose. Naloxone only works if a person has opioids in their system; the medication has no effect if opioids are absent. Naloxone can be administered through a nasal spray (also called Narcan) or intra-muscular injection.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Naloxone Saves Lives in Opioid Overdose<\/p>\n

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Signs of an Overdose<\/h2>\n

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Slow, weak, or no breathing, choking or gurgling sounds, discolored skin (around mouth and hands), vomiting, decreased level of consciousness, no response to stimuli, limp body, unable to speak, and pinpoint pupils.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If Someone is Overdosing<\/h2>\n

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1.<\/span>
Check for breathing and try to wake the person up (sternum rub or calling out to them)<\/span><\/div>\n

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2.<\/span>
Call 911!<\/span><\/div>\n

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3.<\/span>
Start rescue breathing \u2013 one breath every five seconds for 30 seconds<\/span><\/div>\n

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4.<\/span>
Administer naloxone if available<\/span><\/div>\n

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5.<\/span>
Stay with the person and prop them up on their side (in the recovery position)<\/span><\/div>\n

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Good Samaritan (Good Sam) Laws:<\/h2>\n

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Good Sam laws that create immunities or other legal protections for people who call for help in the event of an overdose. This means that if you or your friends call 911 for help with an overdose you have protections!<\/p>\n

If someone is overdosing and you seek medical help for them, neither of you can be arrested or prosecuted for:<\/p>\n

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  1. Possessing drugs or drug paraphernalia<\/li>\n
  2. Being in a place where drugs are used<\/li>\n
  3. Violating probation or parole because of #1 or #2<\/li>\n
  4. Outstanding warrants related to #1 or #2<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The Good Sam law doesn\u2019t protect you from:<\/p>\n

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    1. Crimes that are not listed above (drug dealing, weapons possession, DUI, etc.)<\/li>\n
    2. Outstanding federal warrants or out-of-state warrants<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Also, if someone is unsuccessful in reversing an overdose, they will not face liability.<\/p>\n

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      More Information<\/h2>\n

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      For more information on harm reduction and safer drug use, visit these links:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Dance Safe:\u00a0https:\/\/dancesafe.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n