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Irland. 'Addiction doesn't stop during a pandemic, it gets worse': Methadone waiting lists virtually eliminated amid overdose fears
Irland. 'Addiction doesn't stop during a pandemic, it gets worse': Methadone waiting lists virtually eliminated amid overdose fears
(…) A subgroup of the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) is focused on actions to protect vulnerable groups affected by Covid-19, including people who are homeless and/or use drugs.
The main policy response to minimise the spread of Covid-19 among people who use drugs is to maximise access to opioid substitution treatment (OST) – typically methadone – via GPs and addiction services. (thejournal.ie, Irland, 25.04.2020)
https://www.thejournal.ie/drug-addiction-support-during-covid-19-pandemic-5079004-Apr2020/