Ecstasy testing kits are available, why aren't we distributing them at festivals, clubs and parties in Australia?

This is the argument put forward in the conversations compelling and easy to read article comparing harm minimisation strategies available to festival goers here and in the UK.

It argues that pill-testing kits or booths at venues where pills are known to be consumed could inform users about the content of illicit drugs and allow them to make better informed decisions about substance use.

The article does not claim that pill testing kits are the be all and end all of harm reduction as this Global Drug Survey video would attest; however they are one option that perhaps deserves more exploration down under.

As Australia prepares for summer festivals, events and schoolies week, it is well worth checking out the full article Six reasons Australia should pilot ‘pill testing’ party drugs.

Also check out The Pill Report a user review website providing information (and warnings) about pills currently available on the Australian market and YoDAAs resource Ecstasy – fast facts for workers.