Quest’s Harm Reduction Initiative
Why is harm reduction important?
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is about 50 times as potent as heroin. People use fentanyl because it is cheap to manufacture and a small amount goes a long way. Many individuals consume fentanyl without knowledge while others use it intentionally because of its potency.
Overdose deaths involving fentanyl have quadrupled in recent years. This makes evidence-based harm reduction strategies such as Naloxone (Narcan), fentanyl and xylazine test strips, safety planning, and access to safe harm reduction resources more vital than ever.
What you Need to Know about Fentanyl
Fentanyl is a strong synthetic opioid that has been used in clinical settings since 1968. It is often used during surgery and for pain management.
Fentanyl is often described as 80-100 times stronger than morphine or about 50 times stronger than heroin.
Fentanyl moving through the street market comes in a powder form and can be injected, smoked, or snorted. It has also been found in other drugs, like heroin, meth, cocaine, and pressed pills.
How quest can help…
Quest proudly distributes Narcan as well as Fentanyl/ Xylazine Test Strips. You can also receive training pertaining to these harm reduction resources. You can get Narcan and test strips for both Fentanyl and Xylazine through our office for free. We also make sure to be out in the community spreading information about this harm reduction initiative and making sure that people have access to all of the life saving resources we have to offer. If you, or your organization would like to learn more about harm reduction or the resources we distribute, please reach out via the button below. We would be happy to supply you with Narcan or test strips, as well as offer training on how to safely use and distribute these items.
