Original research
by
Applewhite, Dinah et al
Release Date
2023
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This study aimed to characterize how individuals accessing medical care obtain supplies and the impact of perceived barriers to accessing safer injection supplies.
Findings/Key points
Even in regions with legalized syringe service programs and nonprescription sale of syringes, barriers to accessing safer injection supplies remain, and may be partially addressed by expanding syringe service program hours and locations, addressing cost of nonprescription sale of syringes, pharmacy staff training, and expansion of injection supply distribution in medical settings.
Design/methods
Survey (n=120)
Keywords
Injecting drugs
Barriers and enablers
About PWUD
Harm reduction
