‘There, but for the grace of God…’

David Caldercott, an Associate Professor at ANU and a specialist in drug policy, dives deep into the complex world of drug use and medical care. He shares eye-opening insights from his early encounters with GHB in Australia, shedding light on its medical use and regulatory challenges. Caldercott emphasizes the need for a patient-centered approach to drug overdoses and advocates for compassion in drug policy, drawing inspiration from Portugal's experience. His call for evidence-based reform underscores the vital link between human rights and healthcare.