In pursuit of safer supply: An emerging evidence base for medical and nonmedical models

Commentary
by
Neilsen, Suzanne, M.J. Stowe & Alison Ritter

Release Date

2024

Geography

International

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

No

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Findings/Key points

Given the positive findings to date it seems clear that multiple models may be beneficial, with different models being either possible or preferable in different contexts. There is strong emerging evidence of the effectiveness and acceptability for nonmedical models, consistent with the central role that those with living experience have historically played in developing effective solutions for their communities during crises.

Keywords

Safer supply
Policy/Regulatory
Evidence base