September 2018 PMID 30200991

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

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27
Peak: 3 in Jan 2022
across 4 sources since Nov 2018

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32,898
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Nov 2018 – Aug 2025

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What people are saying

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.

AgreementModerate agreement

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

InterestModerate interest

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

EngagementModerate engagement

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

ImpactModerate impact

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

Abstract in brief

  • 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.

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@julielajoie13
@julielajoie13 · X

@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

Oct 6, 2022 · 23 likes · 1,947 followers View post →
Jeff Burns
@JeffreyKBurns · X

@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

Jan 15, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 70 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

Evaluation of a fentanyl ##drugchecking service for clients of a supervised injection facility, Vancouver, Canada 1/5 https://t.co/PxXH18z82u

Jul 26, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
Matt Elrod
@melrod42 · X

@somerspsych https://t.co/5I4r02KQX0

Dec 8, 2023 · 1 like · 666 followers View post →
David Caldicott
@ACTINOSProject · X

@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

Jun 22, 2019 · 8,889 followers View post →
Jill Poklemba
@jillmarette99 · X

RT @JeffreyKBurns: @JordanUhl Safe injection sites do offer fentanyl testing, and it should be encouraged because it saves lives. Nearly 80…

Jan 15, 2022 · 2 shares · 3,484 followers View post →

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Fentanyl Testing and Detection Methods Overview

Learn about fentanyl, its analogues, and how to test for it using fentanyl test strips. The study evaluated the effectiveness of drug checking for fentanyl at Vancouver's supervised injection facility, highlighting key…

Trillium Health · Sep 19, 2022 1,428 views
KmuPublication
@KMU2025 · X

The study entitled “: Evaluation of a fentanyl drug checking service for clients of a supervised injection facility, Vancouver, Canada ” showed: Fentanyl drug checking at supervised injection sites helps reduce overdose risks by informing safer use.

Aug 2, 2025 · 2 followers View post →
Ani V -
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@JEVLloyd https://t.co/ih4t8HTYWx

Sep 16, 2024 · 71 followers View post →
Lee Chambers
@leechambersCAN · X

@humanedrug @coyote_mcwylie @julianbuchanan https://t.co/O9kxEq55SX

May 3, 2024 · 127 followers View post →
Matt Elrod
@melrod42 · X

@somerspsych https://t.co/5I4r02KQX0

Dec 8, 2023 · 1 like · 666 followers View post →
@julielajoie13
@julielajoie13 · X

@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

Oct 6, 2022 · 23 likes · 1,947 followers View post →
Sam Rivera
@samrivera1111 · X

RT @JeffreyKBurns: @JordanUhl Safe injection sites do offer fentanyl testing, and it should be encouraged because it saves lives. Nearly 80…

Jan 15, 2022 · 2 shares · 2,352 followers View post →
Jill Poklemba
@jillmarette99 · X

RT @JeffreyKBurns: @JordanUhl Safe injection sites do offer fentanyl testing, and it should be encouraged because it saves lives. Nearly 80…

Jan 15, 2022 · 2 shares · 3,484 followers View post →
Jeff Burns
@JeffreyKBurns · X

@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

Jan 15, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 70 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

RT @ViewsOnDrugsBot: Evaluation of a fentanyl ##drugchecking service for clients of a supervised injection facility, Vancouver, Canada 1/5…

Oct 16, 2021 · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

Evaluation of a fentanyl ##drugchecking service for clients of a supervised injection facility, Vancouver, Canada 1/5 https://t.co/PxXH18z82u

Jul 26, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
David Caldicott
@ACTINOSProject · X

@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

Jun 22, 2019 · 8,889 followers View post →