NYC study to reveal if overdose prevention centers save lives and improve mental health
NCT ID NCT06236087
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how overdose prevention centers (OPCs) in New York City impact the risk of fatal and non-fatal overdoses, as well as mental health crises, among adults who use multiple drugs. Researchers will track 500 people who use OPCs or syringe services to see if these centers help reduce overdoses and improve access to mental health care. The goal is to understand what works best and identify barriers to integrating mental health services into these programs.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 500 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Aims 1 and 2 of this study will use secondary analysis of an existing de-identified, linked data set curated as part of an ongoing evaluation of the NYC overdose prevention centers. This dataset will include a total of 500 participants linked to NYC administrative health records. This de-identified data source will be accessed through the NYULH Center for Opioid Epidemiology and Policy (COEP). Should it be deemed necessary, a data use agreement will be established between the PI and NYULH/COEP to facilitate access to these de-identified data. Aim 3 of this study will recruit 30 individuals over age 18 who are currently employed by harm reduction programs for a one-time, qualitative interview.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
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Inclusion Criteria: Aims 1 and 2: * are 18 years of age or older; * engaged in syringe service program and/or overdose prevention center services in New York City in the past 30 days before the date of enrollment; * are able to complete assessments in English or Spanish; * are competent to give written informed consent at the time of the interview; * are able to provide informed consent; * self-report use of illicit opioids (e.g., heroin, fentanyl), illicit stimulants (e.g., powder cocaine, crack, methamphetamine), counterfeit prescription pills (defined as prescription pills obtained through the illicit drug market) or any injection drug use in the past 30 days, and * are able to participate for at least 6 months following enrollment. Aim 3 * are 18 years of age or older; * are employed by a harm reduction program; * are able to complete assessments in English; and * are able to provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: • Individuals not meeting the criteria detailed above for the respective Aims will not be eligible for participation in this study.
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Locations
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
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