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Attempting to lower heroin addiction

Attempting to reduce heroin use

C. JinesHeroin Addiction, Independent Photojournalism

I went in to K-Town today and let Punchie know about Greg overdosing this past weekend. Greg and Punchie were tight. Punch took it rather hard, and broke down for a spell. Punchie’s legs are still looking pretty bad. I think…

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 11, 2014 - Long-time heroin addict, Punchie, laments over the possibility of having to have his leg removed, due to the serious abscesses which he has now developed.

A Reason NOT To Do Heroin: Abscess Update

C. JinesHeroin Addiction, Independent Photojournalism

One of the most horrifying things that I have encountered during the past 18 months of working my heroin documentary project, has been witnessing the severe abscesses many heroin addicts develop. Many long-term heroin users acquire these infections through the repeated use…

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A Chicago heroin addict removes a chunk of rotten flesh from an abscess while discussing the existence of God and the problem of evil.

Thoughts on God…

C. JinesHeroin Addiction, Independent Photojournalism

I had a really deep conversation today about the existence of God – in a dope house with a bunch of junkies. Good conversations happen in the strangest of places. We concluded that there probably isn’t any God, at least…

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Reducing Drug-Related Harms 

Reducing Drug-Related Harms 

C. JinesHeroin Addiction, Independent Photojournalism

As a result of working this heroin project, I’ve become very involved with harm reduction. I do my best to keep clean syringes, as well as basic medical supplies while out in the streets photographing. While we all hope that…

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Against Doctor’s Orders: A True Story of Heroin Addiction – by Chuck Jines

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