‘Decriminalise drug use to reduce HIV and hepatitis’
Shunning drug users does not do justice to the fight against epidemics, argues commission comprising former political leaders and heads of state
23 November 2023 - 21:53
It is difficult enough for most drug users to talk about their dependence to their families due to the shame and fear of being judged as immoral. ..
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