Original research
par
Bardwell, Geoff et al
Date de publication
2021
Géographie
Canada
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Non
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Non
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
PO diversion is widely regarded as a driver of OD mortality. However, less is known about rationale for using diverted POs during an OD epidemic and how contextual factors (eg poverty, drug policies) may affect this practice. We sought to examine this phenomenon.
Constatations/points à retenir
diverted POs are being used by PWUD with the goal of reducing opioid-related harms, although PO use comes with challenges associated with limited accessibility and risks posed by counterfeit pills. Poverty also limited PO accessibility, leading some to purchase more toxic, yet affordable, street drugs.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
n=24 qualitative interviews with people who accessed diverted prescription opioids
Mots clés
Harm reduction
Safer supply
About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Poverty
Diversion
