Evaluation of a fentanyl drug checking service for clients of a supervised injection facility, Vancouver, Canada.

Mohammad Karamouzian, Carolyn Dohoo, Sara Forsting, Ryan McNeil, Thomas Kerr, Mark Lysyshyn

September 2018

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The discussions reflect a generally positive view of the article, with several examples citing how fentanyl testing can reduce overdose risks, such as references to 'saving lives' and 'nearly 80% of drugs being contaminated,' demonstrating interest and engagement through data and implications for public health policies.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that fentanyl testing at supervised injection sites is beneficial and can save lives.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, mentioning specific stats like 'nearly 80%', and referencing the study’s implications.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Commenters engage by sharing personal insights, mentioning the significance of drug checking, and addressing societal impacts.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The conversations suggest the publication influences attitudes towards harm reduction strategies and emphasizes potential life-saving benefits.

Social Mentions

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Twitter

11 Posts

Blogs

3 Articles

News

11 Articles

Metrics

Video Views

11,172

Total Likes

182

Extended Reach

32,898

Social Features

27

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    @Beardune I know some sites offers drug checking to determine if there is harmful contamination and it did make a difference. https://t.co/kzMXgVBBM7
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  • Jeff Burns
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    @JordanUhl Safe injection sites do offer fentanyl testing, and it should be encouraged because it saves lives. Nearly 80% of drugs that are tested are contaminated with fentanyl, and more available testing is a feasible intervention can help prevent overdoses. Info: https://t.co/PIPQBkfulH
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    @hardluckstories @tpaulkelly @thejournal_ie 30 years ago, you weren't using in the middle of a fentanyl crisis. I think you'll find that a current generation of consumers have quite a different perspective... https://t.co/NtD0WSFt7i
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Abstract Synopsis

  • A study conducted at Vancouver's supervised injection facility, Insite, between July 2016 and June 2017, evaluated the effectiveness of drug checking tests for fentanyl, a powerful opioid contaminant.
  • Out of 1,411 drug checks performed, about 79.8% were positive for fentanyl, leading some clients to plan to reduce their drug dose, although very few planned to dispose of their drugs.
  • The results showed that clients with a positive fentanyl test were more likely to intend reducing their drug dose, but there was no clear link between the test results and plans to dispose of the drug.