Original research
par
Tilhou, Alyssa Shell et al
Date de publication
2023
Géographie
USA
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
We examined the association between fentanyl test strip use and overdose risk behaviors in scenarios where the presence of fentanyl is confirmed and unknown.
Constatations/points à retenir
Fentanyl test strip use is associated with behaviors that may impact overdose risk, including safer and riskier behaviors. Specifically, a positive test result may promote more risk reducing behaviors and fewer risk enhancing behaviors than a negative test result.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
Mixed-methods study involving a structured survey (n = 341) of syringe service program clients in southern Wisconsin.
Mots clés
Overdose
Harm reduction
About PWUD
Drug checking
