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Nathan Smiddy is a San Diego harm reduction advocate, fueled by the purpose of decreasing rates of opioid fatalities and blood-borne diseases amongst other harms associated with substance use. Read more.
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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting OUD Treatment

Seeking treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) can be one of the scariest endeavors in the recovery process. Although each year hundreds of thousands of people seek treatment for OUD...

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Overcoming the Stigma of Medication For Opioid Use Disorder

Medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is the gold standard for treating opioid use disorder. However, only 11% of people diagnosed with OUD get a prescription for these medications. MOUD...

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Pain Leading to Purpose: How I Got Introduced to Harm Reduction

Editor's Note: This article discusses overdose and its impacts, which may be distressing for some readers. If you need support, please reach out to a person you trust or crisis...

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