2021
DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-262761/v1
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Rural and Urban Differences in Overdose Response and Prevention Among Persons Who Inject Drugs

Abstract: BackgroundOverdose is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among people who inject drugs (PWID). Illicitly manufactured fentanyl is now a major driver of opioid overdose deaths. This analysis explores rural-urban differences in overdose experiences among PWID. We focus on perceptions of fentanyl and overdose prevention and reversal strategies.MethodsSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 59 participants who injected drugs, 19 from rural southern Illinois and 40 from New York City (NYC). Seven key… Show more

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