A Prescription for Safety: A Study of Safer Opioid Supply Programs in Ontario

Report
by
Schmidt, R.A. et al

Release Date

2023

Geography

Canada

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

Yes

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

No

Findings/Key points

This report focuses on four Ontario SOS programs and presents key findings from interviews with clients, providers, and pharmacists. Our findings show that these programs save lives, improve health outcomes, and enhance client’s quality of life. Based on the findings, we make recommendations to enhance SOS programs, including providing a wider range of safer supply options, exploring different delivery models, and addressing the ongoing need for stable housing.

Keywords

Safer supply
Evidence base
Housing
About PWUD
About prescribers