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  • 148: Are Fentanyl Dispensaries a Good Idea? (Sort Of)

148: Are Fentanyl Dispensaries a Good Idea? (Sort Of)

Sunday 28th August 2022

Billy and Jason debate Vancouver's fentanyl dispensary program, weighing its benefits and ethical concerns on 'Recovery (Sort Of)'.
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Fentanyl Dispensaries: Harm Reduction or Enabling Addiction?

If they got in a partnership with certain warehouse jobs or whatever they can work. Right, maybe they get there and they want that eventually, but just getting them to feel like they can get through a day and they don't have to have the total-hour focus on how to get more of this to get through The Day.
Imagine walking into a dispensary, not for cannabis, but for fentanyl. Sounds controversial, right? In this eye-opening episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of)', Billy and Jason dive into the heart of Vancouver's pilot program that does just that. The hosts break down the pros and cons of dispensing fentanyl instead of traditional medications. They discuss how this initiative aims to tackle opioid use disorder and whether it's a step forward in harm reduction or a dangerous path.
You'll hear about the mixed reactions from the community and the ethical dilemmas that come with providing drugs to those struggling with addiction. Billy and Jason also touch on the financial implications, questioning if taxpayer money is being well-spent. This episode doesn't shy away from the tough questions, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in innovative yet contentious approaches to addiction treatment.
Tune in to hear a balanced discussion that challenges conventional thinking and invites you to form your own opinion.