UK. Pushed to the Brink
UK. Pushed to the Brink
Three years ago, nine people in the South West of England were going about their daily lives, just as anyone else might, juggling jobs and family life with all the everyday ups and downs.
Each of them was in regular receipt of a diamorphine (heroin) script, which was working well for them in managing their dependence on opiates and giving them a good quality of life.
Then came a letter from their treatment provider – the same letter to each of them, with just their names changed. In line with ‘best practice’ they must have their treatment changed. They needed to choose a different option – oral methadone, MXL (slow-release morphine tablets), or inpatient rehab.
Four of the nine patients decided they had to challenge the decision. Jill and Helen (not their real names) talked to us about what happened and how it affected them. (DDN – Drink and Drugs News, UK, 02.05.2022)