NUAA NSW

NUAA NSW The NSW Users and AIDS Association (NUAA) is a not-for-profit NSW-based organisation advocating for people who use drugs.

The NSW Users and AIDS Association (NUAA) is a not-for-profit NSW-based organisation advocating for people who use drugs, particularly those who inject drugs. The peak drug user organisation in NSW, NUAA was formed in 1989 in the face of a growing HIV epidemic. A group of drug users, their friends, families and supporters established NUAA as an independent, user-driven community-based organisation. Funded primarily by the NSW Health Department, NUAA provides education, practical support, information and advocacy to users of illicit drugs, their friends, and allies. NUAA has often led the way in developing innovative approaches to peer education and community development, and has contributed to Australia having one of the lowest HIV rates amongst injecting drug users in the world.

❤️‍🩹 Naloxone is an opioid reversal medication available for FREE in NSW. ⁠It comes in a pre-loaded injectable or nasal ...
31/12/2025

❤️‍🩹 Naloxone is an opioid reversal medication available for FREE in NSW. ⁠
It comes in a pre-loaded injectable or nasal spray form. ⁠
Everyone should carry Naloxone or have it as part of their first aid kit. ⁠
Naloxone is available at the NUAA postal NSP (🔗 https://shop.nuaa.org.au/) or from participating pharmacies (check the Your Room website for details).⁠
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⚠️ WARNING: MULTIPLE HIGH DOSE M**A TABLETS FOUND IN NSW ⚠️⁠⁠High dose M**A pills have been detected in NSW.⁠These pills...
31/12/2025

⚠️ WARNING: MULTIPLE HIGH DOSE M**A TABLETS FOUND IN NSW ⚠️⁠
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High dose M**A pills have been detected in NSW.⁠
These pills contain a higher dose than usually expected in M**A pills circulating in NSW.⁠
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Effects to look out for:⁠
- Feeling really hot and sweaty⁠
- Racing pulse/heart or light-headedness⁠
- Rigid muscles (e.g. difficulty walking)⁠
- Uncontrolled repetitive movements⁠
- Confusion, agitation, paranoia, or aggression.⁠
- Vomiting⁠
- Seizures⁠
- Difficult to rouse / unconscious⁠
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CALL 000 OR SEEK MEDICAL HELP IMMEDIATELY.⁠
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Taking M**A increases the level of serotonin available in your brain, which is what gives the drug it’s ‘feel-good’ effects. Too much serotonin available in your brain can be very harmful, and can lead to Serotonin Syndrome. Serotonin Syndrome can be fatal, and has been a factor in some of the M**A-related deaths at NSW music festivals.⁠
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You can reduce risk by avoiding:⁠
- redosing too often, or taking multiple M**A tablets at once.⁠
- rolling with other stimulants (e.g methamphetamine, co***ne and caffeine).⁠
- using M**A with anti-depressants.⁠
- taking M**A in hot environments (e.g music festivals, raves, indoor dance parties).⁠
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For further advice or support call our PeerLine on 1800 644 413.⁠

See the full alert at the NSW Health website: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/aod/public-drug-alerts/Pages/default.aspx

Drug Checking will be at Field Day January 1st 🎈At the service you will find;❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone🔬 Purity testing for most ...
30/12/2025

Drug Checking will be at Field Day January 1st 🎈

At the service you will find;
❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone
🔬 Purity testing for most substances
🧑‍🤝‍🧑Peer harm reduction advice
🗑️Safe discard bin

Find the service next to the medical tent.

Drug Checking will be at Field Day January 1st 🎈At the service you will find;❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone🔬 Purity testing for most ...
29/12/2025

Drug Checking will be at Field Day January 1st 🎈

At the service you will find;
❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone
🔬 Purity testing for most substances
🧑‍🤝‍🧑Peer harm reduction advice
🗑️Safe discard bin

Find the service next to the medical tent.

DanceWize NSW and Drug Checking will be at 🌴‼ Drug checking is open December 29 and 30, please note there is no service...
26/12/2025

DanceWize NSW and Drug Checking will be at 🌴

‼ Drug checking is open December 29 and 30, please note there is no service on New Year's Eve.

Looking for Naloxone? Visit the DW care space or the drug checking service to get your free Naloxone nasal spray (and training on how to use it).

Drug Checking and the care space share the same entrance. From the outside no one can tell if you're going in to have a sit down, grab some ear plugs or get your gear checked. 👀

🎄 Merry Christmas from the team at NUAA.It has been an honor supporting our community for another year and we look forwa...
24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the team at NUAA.

It has been an honor supporting our community for another year and we look forward to an exciting 2026.

NUAA's main office is closed for break. If you are based in Sydney are need support follow the link. 🔗 https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/public-health-safety-programs/food-support-directory

NUAA's postal NSP is operating in a limited capacity over the break so please expect delays on orders.

Doesn't matter how familiar you are with a substance, start low go slow.There is always a risk your substances are cut w...
23/12/2025

Doesn't matter how familiar you are with a substance, start low go slow.

There is always a risk your substances are cut with something unexpected and possibly dangerous if taken unknowingly.

Some tips to staying safe:
1. Treat every substance as if it's the first time you're using it
2. Avoid using alone
3. Carry naloxone and tell others where you keep it on your person or in your home
4. Test your substances with a reagent kit

If something feels off, call 000 or seek medical assistance!

The holiday season brings extra risks 🎄 Lost tolerance, mixing drugs with alcohol, stress & loneliness – it all adds up ...
19/12/2025

The holiday season brings extra risks 🎄 Lost tolerance, mixing drugs with alcohol, stress & loneliness – it all adds up during the holidays.

This edition of Users News explores the factors that contribute to increased risk, and practical harm reduction tips to keep you safer this season. 🫂

🔗 Visit https://www.usersnews.com.au/home/holiday-season-safety to read the full article.

NUAA's training and community of practice have wrapped up for the year but they'll be back better than ever in 2026.A re...
16/12/2025

NUAA's training and community of practice have wrapped up for the year but they'll be back better than ever in 2026.

A revamped BUILD and SHARE training returns next year after undergoing an intensive review. Keep any eye out for more details in the coming months.

Our monthly community of practice GROW has also received a glow up. In 2026 sessions will stretch to 90 minutes to accommodate for larger groups, they'll also be fully facilitated by peers with lived and living experience.

Visit the link to learn more about NUAA's training and peer workforce development.

https://nuaa.org.au/connected-events

Drug Checking will be at December 29 and 30 🌴At the service you will find;❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone🔬 Purity testing for most su...
16/12/2025

Drug Checking will be at December 29 and 30 🌴

At the service you will find;
❤️‍🩹Free Naloxone
🔬 Purity testing for most substances
🧑‍🤝‍🧑Peer harm reduction advice
🗑️Safe discard bin

If you need anything while at Lost, keep an eye out for our the rovers in purple vests or check in at the DanceWize NSW Care Space next to medical 💜🐺

Address

NUAA NSP, , 345 Crown Street
Sydney, NSW
2010

Telephone

+61291716650

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