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Generocity Effective Harm Reduction Requires Partnerships, Not Prohibition - Generocity
Generocity Effective Harm Reduction Requires Partnerships, Not Prohibition - Generocity
How a Philadelphia org challenges substance-use stigma
How a Philadelphia org challenges substance-use stigma
Savage Sisters’ Sarah Laurel on building a nonprofit focused on harm reduction.
Philly overdose deaths keep declining as wellness ecosystem expands
Philly overdose deaths keep declining as wellness ecosystem expands
Providers say Narcan availability is saving lives. But has the city’s huge investment made an impact?
Philadelphia Zero Fare: Benefits don’t reach all vulnerable residents - WHYY
Philadelphia Zero Fare: Benefits don’t reach all vulnerable residents - WHYY
Residents in need are selected at random to get free rides on SEPTA. Some advocates say those with the greatest need should get priority.
Dr Fernando Montero and Professor Nabila El-Bassel Advance Access to Supply-Side Harm Reduction with New NIH-Funded Study | Social Intervention Group
Dr Fernando Montero and Professor Nabila El-Bassel Advance Access to Supply-Side Harm Reduction with New NIH-Funded Study | Social Intervention Group
Waterloo man sentenced for smuggling fentanyl, international money laundering
Waterloo man sentenced for smuggling fentanyl, international money laundering
Rapid emergence of UV stabilizer Bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl) sebacate (BTMPS) in the illicit fentanyl supply across the United States in July-August 2024: Results from drug and drug paraphernalia testing
Rapid emergence of UV stabilizer Bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidyl) sebacate (BTMPS) in the illicit fentanyl supply across the United States in July-August 2024: Results from drug and drug paraphernalia testing
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Mobile outreach restrictions in Kensington
Mobile outreach restrictions in Kensington
Some harm reduction providers now have to move locations every 45 minutes, while others can only operate in two approved locations.
State of Addiction: Tackling the growing, dangerous xylazine epidemic
State of Addiction: Tackling the growing, dangerous xylazine epidemic
These people used Narcan to save lives. Here’s how they did it.
These people used Narcan to save lives. Here’s how they did it.
The drop in overdose deaths may be the result of more veterinary tranquilizers – and less fentanyl – in street drugs
The drop in overdose deaths may be the result of more veterinary tranquilizers – and less fentanyl – in street drugs
'Savage Sisters' care for those with addiction in Kensington and beyond
'Savage Sisters' care for those with addiction in Kensington and beyond
"This work is hard and it's raw and it's ugly. And it's deep and it's meaningful and it's beautiful. And it's exactly where I'm supposed to be," said Sarah Laurel.
For consulting on Peacock's 'Long Bright River,' Savage Sisters is getting a new recovery home
For consulting on Peacock's 'Long Bright River,' Savage Sisters is getting a new recovery home
Maryland lawmakers target tranquilizers behind recent overdose deaths - Maryland Matters
Maryland lawmakers target tranquilizers behind recent overdose deaths - Maryland Matters
How Philly artists, actors brought 'authenticity and energy' to Peacock's Kensington-set 'Long Bright River'
How Philly artists, actors brought 'authenticity and energy' to Peacock's Kensington-set 'Long Bright River'
The drama, which premieres Thursday, has a deep connection to the city despite being filmed in New York.
Thrown out a window and left for dead in Philly’s open-air drug den. Now she helps others escape its grip | Fox News
Thrown out a window and left for dead in Philly’s open-air drug den. Now she helps others escape its grip | Fox News
How one woman fights the stigma of addiction after nearly dying in Kensington's open-air drug market
New street drug medetomidine complicating how overdoses are treated
New street drug medetomidine complicating how overdoses are treated
A potent animal tranquilizer known as medetomidine is fueling a surge in overdoses across the nation. Unlike opioids, which can be countered with naloxone, also known as Narcan, medetomidine doesn't respond to the life-saving drug, making it even more dangerous when mixed with other substances.
Harm reduction in Kensington saved my sister’s life
Harm reduction in Kensington saved my sister’s life
I know firsthand that organizations like Savage Sisters and Prevention Point have a better track record than any other organization in the city.
The Rise of Xylazine: A Q&A with Savage Sisters Founder Sarah Laurel – Gaudenzia
The Rise of Xylazine: A Q&A with Savage Sisters Founder Sarah Laurel – Gaudenzia
Explore the Gaudenzia blog for insights on addiction treatment, recovery stories, mental health tips, and updates on our community programs.
TNM | Tranq Tourism - Kensington's Exploitation Epidemic
TNM | Tranq Tourism - Kensington's Exploitation Epidemic
“Take this down. It’s sad, and she’s not fully capable.”
Organización comunitaria urge que le renueven el contrato para seguir sirviendo
Organización comunitaria urge que le renueven el contrato para seguir sirviendo
South Philly Native's Non-Profit Savage Sisters Aims to Help People Struggling with Addiction
South Philly Native's Non-Profit Savage Sisters Aims to Help People Struggling with Addiction
As ‘tranq’ wounds rise, volunteers are filling gaps in care
As ‘tranq’ wounds rise, volunteers are filling gaps in care
Delaware Valley communities to mark International Overdose Awareness Day with events
Delaware Valley communities to mark International Overdose Awareness Day with events
Xylazine wounds are a growing crisis among drug users in Philly | Expert Opinion
Xylazine wounds are a growing crisis among drug users in Philly | Expert Opinion
Residents remain wary but optimistic 1 week after cleanup of Kensington Avenue encampment
Residents remain wary but optimistic 1 week after cleanup of Kensington Avenue encampment
Philly is among cities switching tactics on how to address addiction and homelessness
Philly is among cities switching tactics on how to address addiction and homelessness
After Kensington encampment sweep, what’s next for Philly’s addiction crisis plans?
After Kensington encampment sweep, what’s next for Philly’s addiction crisis plans?
Editorial: Harm reduction saves lives
Editorial: Harm reduction saves lives
Local Harm Reduction Programs Under Siege
Local Harm Reduction Programs Under Siege
Finding common ground in the fight to save Kensington between nonprofits and councilmembers
Finding common ground in the fight to save Kensington between nonprofits and councilmembers
Philly Activists Rally Against Kensington Crackdown, Attacks on Harm Reduction
Philly Activists Rally Against Kensington Crackdown, Attacks on Harm Reduction
Harm reduction activists ask for a ‘seat at the table’ during City Hall rally
Harm reduction activists ask for a ‘seat at the table’ during City Hall rally
Harm reduction advocates protest Philly City Council and Mayor Parker
Harm reduction advocates protest Philly City Council and Mayor Parker
‘I’ve never seen anything like it’: Inside the center of the tranq drug crisis | CNN
‘I’ve never seen anything like it’: Inside the center of the tranq drug crisis | CNN
A law-and-order approach to Philly's overdose crisis will have grave effects, harm reduction advocates say
A law-and-order approach to Philly's overdose crisis will have grave effects, harm reduction advocates say
Attacking the Opioid Crisis with Love
Attacking the Opioid Crisis with Love
Alumni Association’s 2023 annual awards reception honors those making an impact in Philadelphia - La Salle University
Alumni Association’s 2023 annual awards reception honors those making an impact in Philadelphia - La Salle University
27 Philadelphia organizations nab first round of opioid settlement grants
27 Philadelphia organizations nab first round of opioid settlement grants
Tranq Tourism - Kensington, Philadelphia's Exploitation Epidemic
Tranq Tourism - Kensington, Philadelphia's Exploitation Epidemic
Harm reduction gains attention, controversy in battling overdoses
Harm reduction gains attention, controversy in battling overdoses
Xylazine Complicating Overdose Reversals, Post Gazette
Xylazine Complicating Overdose Reversals, Post Gazette
Philadelphia neighborhood fights rising 'tranq' epidemic
Philadelphia neighborhood fights rising 'tranq' epidemic
How would you like it if a viral TikTok labeled your loved ones 'zombie-like addicts'?
How would you like it if a viral TikTok labeled your loved ones 'zombie-like addicts'?
One Philadelphia Woman’s Journey From Addiction to Redemption Is Transforming Lives - The Keystone Newsroom
One Philadelphia Woman’s Journey From Addiction to Redemption Is Transforming Lives - The Keystone Newsroom
Thrown out a window and left for dead in Philly’s open-air drug den. Now she helps others escape its grip
Thrown out a window and left for dead in Philly’s open-air drug den. Now she helps others escape its grip
International Overdose Awareness Day event at State Capitol gives voice to the voiceless
International Overdose Awareness Day event at State Capitol gives voice to the voiceless
ABC Nightline: Animal sedative 'Tranq' worsening overdose crisis as it spreads across the country | Nightline
ABC Nightline: Animal sedative 'Tranq' worsening overdose crisis as it spreads across the country | Nightline
Women Lifting Women fundraiser event in Wayne sees big turnout
Women Lifting Women fundraiser event in Wayne sees big turnout
Shapiro making xylazine schedule III drug fails to solve crisis: activist
Shapiro making xylazine schedule III drug fails to solve crisis: activist
In Philadelphia, harm reduction experts help communities fight xylazine addiction
In Philadelphia, harm reduction experts help communities fight xylazine addiction
Tranq has become a bigger part of Philly’s street fentanyl supply. The wounds left behind are killing people | CNN
Tranq has become a bigger part of Philly’s street fentanyl supply. The wounds left behind are killing people | CNN
Animal sedative xylazine in fentanyl is causing wounds and scrambling efforts to stop overdoses
Animal sedative xylazine in fentanyl is causing wounds and scrambling efforts to stop overdoses
The Rise of Xylazine: A Q&A with Savage Sisters Founder Sarah Laurel - Gaudenzia
The Rise of Xylazine: A Q&A with Savage Sisters Founder Sarah Laurel - Gaudenzia
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