Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction is an evidence-based practice and a cost-effective approach that equips persons who use drugs with lifesaving tools and education to improve health outcomes. The information and services we provide are aimed at preventing injury, overdose deaths, and the spread of bloodborne diseases, including HIV and hepatitis C. Our services also create a pathway to additional behavioral health and social services. Learn more about the principals of harm reduction.
Through our Outreach Services we provide a wide array of supportive services including linkage to substance use treatment programs, screening and linkage to care for HIV and viral hepatitis, naloxone distribution and education about overdose prevention, referrals to other social, mental health, and medical resources.
- Outreach Services (formerly syringe services)
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Louisville Metro’s Department of Public Health and Wellness’ Harm Reduction Services Program provides support to people using drugs to regain a healthy life and reduce the impact of drug use on the community. Through our Outreach Services we provide a wide array of supportive services including linkage to substance use treatment programs, screening and linkage to care for HIV and viral hepatitis, naloxone distribution and education about overdose prevention, referrals to other social, mental health, and medical resources.
- Safe Syringe Disposal
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Boone Square Park: Near Rowan between N 19th and N 20th St, adjacent to the bathroom structure.
Portland Park: On N 27th St at Cornwall, to the right of the Portland Community Center entrance. [Temporary location, will move to other side of building once concrete slab is poured].
Shelby Park: Near Clay St between Gwendolyn and Shelby Parkway, on the northeast corner of the covered pavilion.
- Overdose Prevention
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- Overdose Prevention Video Link
- Fentanyl Test Strip Graphic
- Request free fentanyl test strips
- Harm Reduction Coalition Overdose Prevention
As of June 29, 2023, fentanyl test strips are legal to possess in Kentucky (HB353 amended KRS 218A.500.)
To request free fentanyl test strips or a Narcan kit call us at 502-574-8800 or contact the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition at 502-537-6061.
- Fentanyl
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- Fentanyl Use and Overdose Prevention
- Fentanyl Test Strips: Know What's In Your Drugs, Prevent Overdose
Where to get fentanyl test strips:
- Request free fentanyl test strips
- Harm Reduction Outreach Services, 400 E Gray St
- All mobile sites – operated by UK Target 4 and Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition
- Safer Sex and Sex Work
- HIV
- HCV
- Wound Care
- Unhoused
- Addiction and Treatment Help
- Helpful links