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Harm Reduction

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Harm Reduction describes comprehensive strategies to reduce the negative effects of substance use, acknowledging that each person and their road to recovery is unique and important. Below are updated resources to support community strategies for Overdose Prevention.

  • Naloxone Safety Net Pilot Project – IHS supports expanded harm reduction activities and works to promote low-barrier access to naloxone. A limited quantity of naloxone is available to support sites struggling to meet local naloxone needs. These doses are meant to augment existing program naloxone forecasting and should be used to fill unexpected I/T/U short-falls resulting from increased utilization or new programming needs. The shipments are coordinated by IHS Headquarters and delivered directly to approved IHS National Supply Service Center customers. Please email the IHS HOPE Leadership committee to request additional information.
  • Naloxone in the Workplace – To support overdose emergency response in non-healthcare office settings, IHS has developed a sample policy [DOCX - 215 KB] for making naloxone available.

Resources



Treatment and recovery support services help people with substance use disorders manage their conditions successfully. Download and customize the recovery card for IHS, tribal, and urban health facilities to use to connect people to resources in your community.


Watch a video to learn more about how IHS is Preventing and Treating Opioid Addiction in Tribal Communities. Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov