Canada’s prison needle exchange programs (PNEPs) not only reduce bloodborne infections but also are cost-effective, according to a new study. The results suggest that every dollar invested in ...
Canadian Medical Association Journal study said there is a financial benefit to giving clean needles to drug users in prisons ...
More information: Cost–benefit analysis of Canada's Prison Needle Exchange Program for the prevention of hepatitis C and injection-related infections, Canadian Medical Association Journal (2024).
"Needle exchange programs are evidence-based strategies that prevent transmission of blood-borne viruses, reduce injection-related infections, improve access to medical care, and facilitate entry ...
DENVER — Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has vetoed a measure to lift restrictions on syringe exchange sites, a day after it was ...
Medscape Medical News, December 19, 2024 Prison Needle Exchange Programs Reduce Healthcare Costs Canada’s prison needle exchange programs not only reduce bloodborne infections and injection ...