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Harm Reduction Supplies

MATTERS distributes free harm reduction supplies to individuals and organizations across New York State.

Order Free Supplies

Click on the options below to order free fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, and naloxone (Narcan).

Fentanyl Test Strips

Click here to order.

Xylazine Test Strips

Click here to order.

Naloxone (Narcan)

Click here to find resources.

Instructions

Using MATTERS’ harm reduction supplies? See instructions for fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, and naloxone below. We also provide in-person or virtual trainings for groups and organizations. Click here to schedule a group training.

Get Supplies via Vending Machines

Click on the interactive map to find a vending machine near you.

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Available Now – MATTERS

 

Coming Soon – MATTERS

 

Community-Based Machine

 

These vending machines are placed in locations that are available to the public 24/7, 365 days a year. All supplies in the vending machine are free.

How it works

Enter 8377

 

Enter your year of birth & zip code

 

Choose up-to three items!

Supplies include fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, and naloxone (Narcan). Test strips are packaged into bundles of 10 and each naloxone box contains two doses of the life-saving medication.

Vending Machine One-Pager

Image of a blue vending machine. Stickers on the vending machine contain text: FREE SUPPLIES. To dispense items enter 8377. 765-MATTERS. Vending machine contains boxes of naloxone and fentanyl and xylazine test strips.

Other Resources

To find other resources in your community like food, clothing, or shelter, click here.

Syringe Exchange Programs (SEPs)

SEPs help people who use drugs to prevent diseases like Hepatitis-C and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) by connecting them to sterile syringes. Click here to find an SEP near you.

Sharps Collectors

“Sharps” include needles, syringes, blades, and other devices that can pierce the skin. Safely disposing of sharps is important to prevent diseases like Hep-C and HIV while also keeping our communities clean. Click here to find a national directory of sharps collectors.

Why Use Test Strips?

Using fentanyl and xylazine test strips is an important overdose prevention strategy for people who use drugs. Click here to learn more about why you should use drug test strips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Click here to navigate our frequently asked questions (FAQs) about harm reduction and test strips.

National Harm Reduction Coalition

The National Harm Reduction Coalition provides trainings, education, and resources for people who use drugs and communities across the United States. Click here to find resources available near you.

Safer Substance Use

SaferSubstanceUse.org offers a variety of educational materials and resources for people who use drugs. Click here to explore resources on safer injections, heart issues associated with drug use, and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD).

NEXT Distro

NEXT Distro distributes free harm reduction supplies to various states within the U.S., including sterile syringes, naloxone, sharps containers, alcohol pads, cottons, condoms, and more. Click here to visit their site.

Prescription Drop-Off

Safely dispose of medications you no longer need and/or use. Click here to visit the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) year-round drop off location directory.
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