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Briefing: Drug smoking can lead to severe burns, complicating harm reduction efforts

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that opioid smokers are four times more likely to suffer severe burns compared to those who inject drugs.

Editorial StaffMarch 18, 20261 min read

Smoking drugs is often seen as a safer alternative to injecting.

The study highlights the hidden risks associated with smoking opioids.

Harm reduction strategies may need to adapt to address these new findings.