Harm Reduction Approaches to Opioid Use

In this episode, we’ll talk with a nurse whose interest in the field was sparked after she was the recipient of nursing services as a pregnant young mother. She’ll reflect on her current work: harm reduction specific to opioid use and the extensive process to develop a community drug prevention strategy. Observations about community engagement, addressing fear-based perspectives, and reflecting on personal bias will be highlighted for listeners.

Stories from the Field is hosted by Maureen Cava and Susan Blue. This series is produced by Katie Jensen and Sabrina Brathwaite of Vocal Fry Studios for the University of Toronto Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.