Posts Tagged ‘harm reduction’

Opioid Conversion Calculator

Written on October 10th, 2009 by Lysisno shouts
When switching medications, voluntarily or not, you need to make sure that you do not inadvertently take more than is needed, resulting in overdose. Below you will find a ...
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Injection complications

Written on October 9th, 2009 by Lysisno shouts
What happens if things go wrong?  There are very serious consequences that could result from improper injection techniques.  Often, users do not know the signs to look out for, or ...
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Safe Injection Part 5

Written on October 9th, 2009 by Lysisno shouts
5. Avoiding infecting other people Many people who wouldn’t risk using someone else’s equipment will let other people use their fits, filters etc. Besides giving the impression that you think it is ...
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Safe Injection Part 2

Written on October 9th, 2009 by Lysisno shouts
2. Avoiding overdose You don’t have to take a lethal dose of drugs to die of an overdose – it only takes a tablespoonful of saliva or vomit to build up ...
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