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‘Raft of solutions’ needed on drug deaths
The AMA Queensland has issued a statement calling for a controlled pill testing trial, following the worst season for drug-related deaths at music festivals to date. State president Dr Dilip Dhupelia said urgent action is required following the deaths of six young people from drugs consumed at music festivals this summer. […]
Following a series of drug-related deaths at music festivals in late 2018 and early 2019, momentum is gathering among health professionals to explore one potential solution: pill testing
In January, the PSA issued a position statement in favour of trials being conducted at music festivals, as well as other environments where illicit drug use takes place. […]
Australia’s forgotten state may become the first to introduce pill testing
Pill Testing Australia’s clinical lead David Caldicott, said he would be thrilled if the group could help Tasmania in its efforts to introduce pill testing at Dark Mofo and facilitate a trial. “In the end this is just to ensure people get home to their mums and dads,” said Dr Caldicott. […]
Pill testing a step closer in Tasmania, as Liberal MP signals support for trial
Tasmania could become the first state in Australia to introduce pill testing, with the push gaining support from a maverick Liberal MP and the Dark Mofo festival, which may go it alone to offer a testing service. […]
