Steroid clinic
For people who use Image and Performance Enhancing Drugs (IPEDs)
Thurs 4-7pm, 10 Washington Way, Christchurch
Cost $195 initial consultation and one follow up
Confidential, anonymous, judgement-free
Our Steroid Clinic provides a confidential, non-judgmental service for people who use, or are considering using, anabolic steroids and other image and performance enhancing drugs (IPEDs).
There is a large unmet need for accessible, evidence-based healthcare for people who use steroids and IPEDs in our community. Many people don’t seek support due to stigma, lack of knowledgeable providers, or fear of judgement. As a result, people are often left to navigate health decisions alone, increasing the risk of harm.
Our service has been developed to address this gap. Led by an experienced Nurse Practitioner and a Peer Navigator with lived experience, we work alongside clients to provide a safe environment with a focus on harm reduction that supports people’s health and overall wellbeing.
Services offered include:
Safe injecting advice
Blood tests with results and interpretation
Harm reduction advice
Blood-borne virus and sexual health screening
Health checks
Side-effect monitoring
Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) advice
Sterile injecting equipment
WHEN: Thursdays from 4pm – 7pm (excludes public holidays)
WHERE: 10 Washington Way, Christchurch
COST: $195 (includes your initial consultation and one follow up)
This service is currently not funded. By attending the clinic, you are supporting and contributing to the evidence needed to advocate for funding in the future.
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Our booking system requires details such as name, date of birth, and contact information. This information is kept confidential within our service and managed in accordance with privacy obligations.
We understand that privacy is a key concern for many people accessing this clinic. You are able to use alternative details (alias) if you do not feel comfortable providing your full or correct information.
Alternatively, you can phone 0276 344 604 or email info@nznep.org.nz to book an appointment or to ask questions.
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Alongside our service we will be conducting research with support from the University of Otago, Dr Jai Whelan – a drug policy researcher, and University of Queensland, Dr Tim Piatowski, an expert in IPED research. Participation in the research is voluntary and choosing not to participate will not affect your care.
By accessing this service, you have the opportunity to contribute to this growing body of knowledge. Any information used for research purposes will be anonymous and handled in line with ethical and privacy standards.
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