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Activists tout harm reduction initiatives

Attendees stop by a stage discussing healthcare during the Harm Reduction International Conference 2023 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event also showcases booths on how to reduce the harm faced by users of psychoactive drugs. Anucha Charoenpo

The Thai Drug Users’ Network (TDN) has introduced a harm reduction programme called “Mobile Methadone Therapy for Drug Users” to international audiences at the International Conference 2023 (HR23) in Melbourne, Australia.

According to John Hopkins University, harm reduction refers to “protecting the health of people who use drugs” by “providing the services and resources they need”.

Nilawan Pitakpanawong, of the TDN, said harm reduction plays a significant role in…

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