Peer-led program aims to cut overdose deaths with drug checking and safer use habits

NCT ID NCT06855836

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a program where trained peers use motivational interviewing to encourage people who use drugs to check their drugs for dangerous substances and adopt safer use behaviors. The goal is to reduce fatal and non-fatal overdoses, as well as HIV and hepatitis C infections. About 588 adults in San Diego County who use opioids or methamphetamine will take part.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Drug Overdose hepatitis C virus infection prevention target HIV infectious disease prevention target poisoning prevention target

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MI CHANCE - Park Blvd

    San Diego, California, 92103, United States