Report
by
Hallam, Christopher
Release Date
2010
Geography
International
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
No
Objective
This briefing paper explores the question of Heroin Assisted Treatment (HAT), examines the growing body of evidence emerging from its clinical use in addiction therapies, and makes recommendations for policy makers
Findings/Key points
So, what are the implications of this evidence for policy makers? The scientific conclusions, as elaborated in the foregoing, are robust, consistent and clear. However, the possibilities of HAT being expanded are conditioned not merely by science, but also, crucially, by politics
Keywords
Evidence base
Policy/Regulatory
Advocacy
