Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Collateral Damage Ep. 22. (Special Guest -Travis Lupick)
Collateral Damage Ep. 22. (Special Guest -Travis Lupick)
Collateral Damage Ep. 22. (Special Guest -Travis Lupick)
Friday 16th August 2019
Travis Lupick joins 'Collateral Damage' to discuss safe injection sites and harm reduction in addiction treatment. Listen now for innovative insights.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Addiction: Safe Injection Sites with Travis Lupick
You know, it's not drugs that do the most harm, but the laws that make them illegal that do the most harm.
What if the key to combating the opioid crisis lies in a radical shift in our approach to addiction? In this eye-opening episode of 'Collateral Damage', hosts Maureen Cavanagh and Michael Wilson sit down with Travis Lupick, author of 'Fighting for Space', to discuss the potential of safe injection sites in the United States.
Drawing from Vancouver's Insite Supervised Injection Site, which has been successfully operating since 2003, Lupick presents a compelling argument for harm reduction as a cornerstone of addiction treatment. Lupick dives into how Vancouver's model not only saves lives but also serves as a gateway to recovery. He explains that safe injection sites offer a regulated environment where users can access clean opiates and medical supervision, drastically reducing overdose deaths and the spread of infectious diseases.
But it's not just about the immediate benefits; these sites also provide a crucial touchpoint for connecting individuals with further treatment and support services. The conversation doesn't shy away from the controversial aspects, either. Lupick and the hosts explore the resistance to implementing such sites in the U.S., discussing the legal and societal hurdles that stand in the way. They argue that current drug laws often do more harm than good, perpetuating a cycle of addiction rather than offering solutions.
For families grappling with addiction, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how harm reduction can play a vital role in supporting their loved ones. It's a thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and pushes for a more compassionate, effective approach to addiction treatment. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or simply interested in innovative solutions to the opioid crisis, this episode is packed with insights that could change the way you think about drug policy and recovery.