Overdose education and naloxone distribution program design informed by people who use drugs and naloxone distributors

Original research
par
Enich, Michael 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

This study aimed to understand the perspectives of PWUD and community naloxone distributors on overdose education and naloxone distribution (OEND) program design.

Constatations/points à retenir

All Participants knew what naloxone was and emphasized that naloxone needed to be ubiquitous in the community. Participants prioritized peer-based distribution, integrating distribution into community organizations, and addressing psychosocial issues related to naloxone administration and drug use. In summary, PWUD and community naloxone distributors emphasized peer-led community naloxone distribution that prioritized novel ways for PWUD to access naloxone. OEND program design should prioritize PWUD’s perspectives and direct community naloxone distribution.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Semi-structured interviews (n=30)

Mots clés

Harm reduction
Overdose
About PWUD
Wrap-around services