Prevalence and correlates of fentanyl test strip use among people who use drugs in Rhode Island.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Illicitly manufactured fentanyl accounts for a majority of overdose fatalities in the US. Research has demonstrated that fentanyl test strips (FTS) help people who use drugs (PWUD) avoid unintended exposure to fentanyl and overdose. This study assesses characteristics associated with FTS use among PWUD in Rhode Island. Such findings may shed light on whether there are subgroups of PWUD who are less likely to be using FTS and therefore may benefit from their use.

Methods

From September 2020 - February 2023, participants were recruited to participate in RAPIDS, a clinical trial assessing whether FTS provision can reduce overdose rates. Baseline data were used to assess correlates of lifetime FTS use through bivariable and multivariable analyses. We also examined dru

SUBMITTER: Goldman JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11527559 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature