Commentary
by
Maghsoudi, Nazli et al
Release Date
2020
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This commentary explores the current state of policy and practice for diacetylmorphine and hydromorphone as opioid substitution options in Canada, outlines the rationale for rapid expansion of access, and highlights clinical and policy changes that must be undertaken or the death toll will continue to rise.
Findings/Key points
Given the magnitude of opioid related harms among people reliant on the illicit market, there is a need to remove barriers to safe supplies of diacetylmorphine and hydromorphone
Keywords
Policy/Regulatory
Advocacy
