Original research
by
Bayoumi, Ahmed M & Gregory S Zaric
Release Date
2008
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
The cost-effectiveness of Canada's only supervised injection facility has not been rigorously evaluated. We estimated the impact of the facility on survival, rates of HIV and hepatitis C virus infection, referral to methadone maintenance treatment and associated costs.
Findings/Key points
Vancouver's supervised injection site is associated with improved health and cost savings, even with conservative estimates of efficacy.
Design/methods
Comparison of population simulations with and without a supervised injection facility
Keywords
Evidence base
Advocacy
Illegal drugs
Social benefits
SCS/OPS
