Approximately 74 new cases of HIV have been reported in Cabell County since January 2018.
Tag: intravenous drug use
Most Drug Users Willing To Utilize Safe Injection Sites, Study Finds
A new study found that 77% of drug user were willing to utilize safe consumption sites.
US Health Chief Announces Support For Needle Exchange Programs
The Health Secretary’s reversal on needle exchange programs may be related to a new 2030 deadline related to HIV.
Some San Francisco IV Drug Users Choose Fentanyl Over Heroin, Report Says
Harm reduction advocates in the city urge IV drug users who choose to use fentanyl to run additional drug tests to “see what else might be in the mix.” The synthetic opioid, fentanyl, currently tops the list of drugs with the greatest likelihood of causing a fatal overdose; more than 18,000 people died from fentanyl-related overdoses… Continue reading Some San Francisco IV Drug Users Choose Fentanyl Over Heroin, Report Says
How I Came To "Believe” In Safe Injection Sites
The part of me that understands service is the backbone of my recovery, demands something other than pretending that there aren’t options available to people still suffering. So last night I’m at a town hall event on drug addiction and someone mentions safe injection sites in the audience. My heart begins to pound from… Continue reading How I Came To "Believe” In Safe Injection Sites
Heroin-Related "Wound Botulism" Found in San Diego
Nine people have been hospitalized with the heroin-related illness in California. An outbreak of a rare and life-threatening illness linked to black tar heroin use was discovered in San Diego, prompting health officials in the Southern California city to launch an investigation while warning doctors and IV users alike to be aware of the condition.… Continue reading Heroin-Related "Wound Botulism" Found in San Diego
Virus That Infected Our Ancestors May Play a Role in Addiction
Researchers studied whether the retrovirus played a part in promoting addiction in some individuals. A virus that infected a human-related species more than 250,000 years may be the key as to why some individuals are more likely to develop dependencies towards drugs or alcohol. A recent study found that traces of an ancient retrovirus – a virus… Continue reading Virus That Infected Our Ancestors May Play a Role in Addiction
