Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

Harm Reduction

At CUPHD, our Harm Reduction Program provides a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals who use drugs. We offer syringes, education, counseling, and referrals to support overall health and reduce the spread of diseases. Join us in creating a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive community. Together, we can transform lives and empower communities, one syringe at a time.

Our services are available:

Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Check-in at Teen & Adult Services, ask for Harm Reduction.
Walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed.

Our services include:

  • Safer Injection Materials
    • Including: syringes, cottons, cookers, alcohol pads, waters, band-aids
  • Safer Smoking Materials
    • Including: pipe cover, copper filter, alcohol pads
  • Wound Care Counseling
    • Learn recognize and prevent abscesses, cellulitis, and other wounds.
  • Hep C and HIV Rapid Testing
    • Get results within minutes.
  • Overdose Prevention
    • Narcan kits and education to prevent an overdose.
  • Referrals
    • Find out about other services in the area.
  • After Hours
    • Get supplies on nights and weekends!
    • On the south side of our building, look for the green artwork.
After hours harm reduction supplys

Get supplies delivered to you! (Champaign and Vermilion counties only)

Other locations and options:

Rantoul office
Now available every Thursday from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
520 E. Wabash Drive, Rantoul, IL

NARCAN

Narcan (Naloxone) is an opioid antidote. This means Narcan can reverse/stop someone from overdosing on an opioid. Opioids are: heroin, opium, codeine, fentanyl, hydrocodone, and other prescription pain relievers.

We offer free Narcan to anyone who requests it and goes through a brief training on how to use it. Call us for more information - (217) 531-5365Phone (217) 531-5365.