The Intensive Art

Jen over at Keep Insite Open has posted an important event that will be occurring in Ottawa, Canada! Jen and I are both supporters of Harm Reduction Theory; however, she has the passion to get out and DO something about this important issue.

Harm reduction is one of the most controversial theories that is debated by nurses–even though we use it every day! Yes, many people are adamant that safe injection sites such as Insite are detrimental, but the evidence to the complete opposite is extremely convincing.

Even if safe injection sites, needle exchanges, or condoms for teens is outside of what you consider appropriate, Ask yourself how you feel about other harm reduction strategies: do nicotine patches work? Methadone? Giving food to the homeless? Designated drivers?

Fascinating stuff! For your fill of debate, head over to Keep Insite Open!

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