Original research
par
Marshall, Tyler et al
Date de publication
2023
Géographie
Canada
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
To explore the beliefs, values and perceptions of people who use substances (PWUS) around using and accessing virtual overdose monitoring services (VOMS) in Canada.
Constatations/points à retenir
The following themes emerged: (1) feelings of optimism around VOMS to save lives; (2) privacy/confidentiality was highly valued due to stigma and fear of arrest; (3) concerns with reliable cell phones negatively impacting VOMS uptake; (4) concerns around emergency response times, specifically in rural/remote communities; (5) desire for trusting relationships with VOMS operators; (6) importance of mental health supports and referrals to psychosocial services; and (7) possible limited uptake due to low public awareness of VOMS.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
Purposive and snowball sampling (23 interviews)
Mots clés
About PWUD
Digital health
Overdose
SCS/OPS
