To Save Lives, Medical Experts Look To Safe Injection Facilities

Seattle is moving ahead to create safe sites for addicts to consume or inject drugs under the supervision of medical personnel. The facilities — the first of their kind in the country — aim to save lives and connect people dealing with addiction to treatment services.

Now, the Massachusetts Medical Society wants its members to support so-called safe injection facilities in that state, as well. Martha Bebinger (@mbebinger) from Here & Now contributor WBUR reports.