By Sarah Beller

Researchers propose a radical response to Melbourne's heroin problem. MORE  

By Tessie Castillo

It's hard to imagine a greater loss. But bereaved mothers all over the US—like these four—are bravely campaigning for change, to prevent others from suffering the same. MORE  

By Elizabeth Santeramo

Chris Christie finally signs a bill to protect people who call in ODs. Campaigners tell The Fix they're thrilled. MORE  

By Barry Lessin

A teen's drug use can cause parents to make bad decisions that damage their child. By tapping into what harm reduction and skilled parenting share, therapists can help parents to truly help. MORE  

By Kenneth Anderson

What can alcoholics do when AA doesn't work? And what can therapists do for these clients? A new harm-reduction program for alcoholism focuses on safety while supporting treatment goals. MORE  

By Maia Szalavitz

Since AIDS, I've worked to try to help addicts unite as a political force. Go ahead and laugh. But we remain the only "disease community" that can't stand up for itself. MORE  

By Bryan Le

A controversial Danish campaign educates young drug users on safer practices. MORE  

By The Fix staff

Thinner syringes could cut HIV transmissions, hospitals see fewer child asthma visits after UK smoking ban, and an ex-cop claims the NYPD fired him for beng a "future alcoholic." MORE  

By Dr. Robert M. Lichtman

Many addicts and alcoholics also suffer from mental health problems. Here are 12 suggestions to guide a treatment strategy. MORE  

By Maia Szalavitz

Just like ex-junkie Russell Brand, I used to believe that “maintenance” was as bad—if not worse—than active addiction. Here’s how I came to understand how fatally wrong I was. MORE