Drug Checking in NYC
The NYC drug supply is unpredictable, which makes it harder for people who use drugs to reduce their risk of overdose and other drug-related harms. Knowing what is in your drugs can help reduce your risk.
You can bring powders and pills to the locations below to be tested by a trained technician. Harm reduction education is available based on the results.
Note: Plant matter and most liquids cannot be tested.
If you have questions, email drugchecking@health.nyc.gov.
Locations
OnPoint NYC (East Harlem)
Hours: Tuesdays 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Address: 104-106 E. 126th St., New York, NY 10035
Phone: 212-828-8464
VOCAL-NY
Hours: Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m.
Address: 300 Douglass St., Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: 718-802-9540
Harlem United
Hours: Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Address: 321 W. 125th St., New York, NY 10027
Phone: 212-289-2378
BOOM!Health
Hours: Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Address: 226 E. 144th St., Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: 718-292-7718
Housing Works (Cylar House)
Hours: Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m.
Address: 743 E. Ninth St., New York, NY 10009
Phone: 212-677-7999
OnPoint NYC (Washington Heights)
Hours: Fridays 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Address: 500 W. 180th St., New York, NY 10033
Phone: 212-828-8464
Additional Resources
- Drug Checking One-Pager (PDF)
Other Languages: Español
More Information
- NYC 988 can help with mental health and substance abuse and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are seeking support to stop using drugs or other resources, contact NYC 988 and a counselor will guide you.
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- Prevent Overdose
- Alcohol and Drug Use: Main Page