Public Health Approach to Drug Policy

A Public Health Approach to Drug Policy focuses on reducing the harms associated with drug use rather than solely punishing users. It emphasizes prevention, treatment, and harm reduction strategies, like providing clean needles and safe consumption spaces. This approach views addiction as a health issue and seeks to offer support and resources to individuals, promoting safer communities. By prioritizing health outcomes over criminalization, it aims to lower overdose rates, reduce the spread of diseases, and improve overall community wellbeing. This method encourages empathy and understanding rather than stigmatization.