For the first time in the United States, mirroring similar programs available in Europe and Canada, a prototype of a safe injection site opened in San Francisco.

A treatment facility aims to help lower the number of drug overdoses citywide.

The demonstration was held at Glide Memorial Church.

KRON4’s Philippe Djegal says the mayor stopped by to take a look.

Watch the above video to see Philippe’s full report.

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