Nitazenes can be up to 50 times stronger than fentanyl. They’re not yet common in Australia, so now’s the time to implement policies to reduce their harm and limit their uptake.
While fentanyl is yet to markedly impact Australia, the North American opioid crisis shows us how bad it can get, and urgent action is needed now.
A new, long-acting formulation of the medication buprenorphine promises to improve the treatment of opioid dependence.
Maintaining or expanding addiction services is vital if we’re to avert a syndemic of opioid overdoses and COVID-19.
Treatments for opioid dependence, such as methadone and buprenorphine, are effective. But some people who stand to benefit are missing out.
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