Why this matters
Stigma stops people asking for help long before services run out.
Fear of being criminalised or judged is one of the biggest barriers to getting support. Knowing what's available, what your rights are, and what actually reduces risk changes outcomes.
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Countries with needle and syringe programmes (HRI 2024)
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Countries with opioid agonist therapy (HRI 2024)
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Countries with drug consumption rooms (HRI 2024)
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Countries covered by our country-by-country service guide
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How SSDP International can help
What you'll find here.
SSDP is not a treatment or emergency service. We provide clear information and point you to the people who can help.
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Information you can act on.
In an emergency
If someone is in immediate danger, call your local emergency number now.
“Ask for help early. In most places, calling emergency services for an overdose is the single most protective thing you can do, and many jurisdictions have protections for the person who calls.”
- Emergency services before anything else
- Call first
- Stay with the person and keep them responsive
- Stay
- If unconscious but breathing
- Recovery position
Emergency services before anything else
Stay with the person and keep them responsive
If unconscious but breathing
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Questions people looking for help ask us most.
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