drugs

This leaflet outlines the risks associated with vapes containing synthetic cannabinoids. It is NOT aimed at the general population, but specifically at adults who are already using synthetic cannabinoids.

Following the implementation of the Harm Reduction Information System for Northern Ireland, Neo360 in December 2022 PHA publishes quarterly activity reports on harm reduction services. 

This leaflet outlines how Naloxone can be used in the event of an overdose to temporarily reverse the effects of opiate-type drugs like heroin, keeping the person alive until the ambulance service can reach them.

This charter sets out what clients can expect from the needle exchange service, and the role they can play in making sure everyone who uses or works in a needle exchange has a positive experience.

This leaflet provides advice and guidance for parents on how to approach the issue of illegal drugs with their children.

DAMIS (Drug and Alcohol Monitoring and Information System) is an “early warning system” designed to 

This leaflet provides information on the risks of taking two or more drugs at the same time. This can include alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, and illegal or illicit drugs. It explains how combining different types of drugs can be unpredictable and dangerous, outlines the specific risks linked to particular combinations, and offers advice on how to reduce your risk of harm. It also signposts sources of help and support for anyone affected by their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use.

This leaflet explains how low threshold services can support people whose alcohol or drug use is causing them problems. It outlines what low threshold services are, who can access them, what support they can offer and how to contact them.

The Needle and Syringe Exchange Service is a free, confidential service for people who inject drugs. It is designed to reduce the spread of blood borne viruses by providing free, sterile injecting equipment and by disposing of used equipment safely. The leaflet explains how the scheme works and provides contact details for all the participating pharmacies, and the local outreach teams.

The Public Health Agency has supported Council for the Homeless NI to produce harm reduction booklets on NPS. These booklets are NOT aimed at the general population, but are specifically aimed at adults who are already taking either stimulant-type drugs, or synthetic cannabinoids (“herbal”). They give basic information and advice on how to reduce the risks of taking these substances.