Could at-home test strips prevent drug deaths? Experts say yes, but it’s complicated

This election could test public support for harm-reduction drug programs

Programs geared toward providing access to a safer supply of drugs have faced criticism, however, some people who've lived with addiction say they're a necessary service and deserve support from whichever federal party goes on to form government after this election.

Could at-home test strips prevent drug deaths? Some experts say yes, but it's complicated

Canadians are dying alone from toxic drugs and experts say easier access to at-home drug-testing strips could help prevent deaths. But they warn the strips have limitations.

Could at-home test strips prevent drug deaths? Experts say yes, but it's complicated

ST. JOHN'S — Canadians are dying alone from toxic drugs and experts say easier access to at-home drug-testing strips could help prevent deaths. But they warn the strips have limitations. Dr.

Canadians die alone because of toxic drugs, and experts believe that easier access to home-based drug testing tapes could help prevent these deaths, but caution against the limitations of these tapes.

SAINT-JEAN — Canadians die alone because of toxic drugs, and experts believe that easier access to home-based drug testing strips could help prevent these deaths, but caution against the limitations of these strips. Dr. Nash Denic, Newfoundland and Labrador's chief medical examiner, says that even if the strips are not perfect, they can be useful in detecting the presence of certain toxins. He would like to see a government-led pilot project to …