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Codes · 08-22-2010, 03:32 PM

http://canadianmedicaljournal.ca/cgi...ll/179/11/1105

http://www.harmreductionjournal.com/content/3/1/36

Maybe you're right about the level of drug use not decreasing, but according to several articles, the site is helpful in preventing the spread of HIV, and is an important intervention zone for preventative education.

I don't think it's a stretch that these sites can have a frontline ability to provide information and help to drug users who want to get clean.

The overall point is that it has been proven effective, and the government is ignoring the scientific evidence supporting it's worth and possible expansion.

I'm not condoning drug use, but if the program can stop the spread of transmissible diseases, then it's a win-win for everyone. Remember, it's not just about the drug users, it's about the paramedic that can potentially become infected from treating one of these individuals, or a person that might get mugged for drug money becoming infected.

08-22-2010, 03:32 PM	#17
Codes Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Winnipeg Exp:	http://canadianmedicaljournal.ca/cgi...ll/179/11/1105 http://www.harmreductionjournal.com/content/3/1/36 Maybe you're right about the level of drug use not decreasing, but according to several articles, the site is helpful in preventing the spread of HIV, and is an important intervention zone for preventative education. I don't think it's a stretch that these sites can have a frontline ability to provide information and help to drug users who want to get clean. The overall point is that it has been proven effective, and the government is ignoring the scientific evidence supporting it's worth and possible expansion. I'm not condoning drug use, but if the program can stop the spread of transmissible diseases, then it's a win-win for everyone. Remember, it's not just about the drug users, it's about the paramedic that can potentially become infected from treating one of these individuals, or a person that might get mugged for drug money becoming infected. __________________