Record-breaking Narcan shipments to prevent PA coronavirus overdose spike
The city has started weekly trainings so people living with users are ready to help.
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Philly’s opioid epidemic is so bad Starbucks has blue lights in the bathrooms
The coffee giant also has needle disposals at the ready.
This state rep threatens to freeze Philly’s funding if an overdose prevention site opens
Pa. Rep. Jerry Knowles thinks the safe injection idea is "insane."
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Why aren’t needle exchanges legal in PA? Advocates, scholars and politicians are asking
Syringe programs have been shown to reduce HIV infection and combat harm.
Philly’s Health Department should release opioid information in Spanish, advocates say
Philadelphians who don't speak English might not be getting the whole picture.