The survey carried out by the
Ana Liffey Drug Project found more than half of those asked used them.
Research conducted on behalf of the Ana Liffey Drug Project - authored by Alyson Kilpatrick - earlier this year found eight out of 10 adults would rather their loved ones using drugs received treatment from healthcare professionals rather than face criminalisation.
Speaking about the campaign, Ana Liffey Drug Project chief Tony Duffin said we need to offer a compassionate and practical solution to the epidemic.
The
Ana Liffey Drug Project has reported an increase in inhalation cases and has warned against the risks.
Ana Liffey Drug Project director Tony Duffin said: "Far more people die from overdose every year than die on the roads but each death is just as devastating to the children, families and friends of those who die.
The
Ana Liffey Drug Project yesterday launched proposals for supervised injecting facilities in the capital.
Speaking at the opening of the new
Ana Liffey Drug Project in Dublin: "But just as drug taking doesn't solve the problems or pressures that often drive people to their use, so ignoring problems, no matter how intractable, does nothing to break the cycle.