Original research
by
Minoyan, Nanor et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This study aimed to document short-term changes in behaviours and health-related indicators among PWUD in Montreal, Canada following declaration of a provincial health emergency in Quebec.
Findings/Key points
This snapshot suggests mixed impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on PWUD in Montreal in the months following declaration of a provincial health emergency. There were signals of increased exposure to high-risk environments as well as deteriorations in access to health services.
Design/methods
Structured rapid assessment questionnaire (n=227)
Keywords
About PWUD
Illegal drugs
Housing
Wrap-around services
SCS/OPS
