In Philly, We Believe Harm Reduction Saves Lives
Substance Use Prevention and Harm Reduction (SUPHR) is a division of the Philadelphia Department of Public Health.
By promoting the dignity, autonomy, and health of people who use drugs, we work to prevent drug-related deaths and the potential harms associated with drug use.
Learn more about SUPHR ⟶
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“In Philadelphia, we see around 4 overdoses a day. We all know someone. Having these resources is critical to keeping each other safe.”
— Joe, age 34
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In 2023, fatal overdoses decreased by 7%. Read the 2022-2023 annual report.
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A new hazardous industrial chemical, BTMPS, has been detected in the drug supply.
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A new non-opioid veterinary sedative, medetomidine, entered the drug supply.
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PDPH alert provides guidance on how to treat xylazine withdrawal and wounds.
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The X-Waiver is no longer required for DEA registered providers to prescribe buprenorphine.
