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Wild . . . But Not So Wonderful - Responding to Injection Drug Use in West Virginia

Description
Discusses the progress of the opioid crisis, including co-occurring diseases, in West Virginia. Explores barriers and limitations to treatment, stigma, and harm reduction programs. Highlights considerations for policymakers.
Author(s)
Robin A. Pollini
Citation
American Journal of Public Health, 109(3), 354–355
Date
03/2019
Type
Document
Tagged as
Health disparities · Illicit drug use · Infectious diseases · Prescription drug misuse · Public health · Stigma · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · West Virginia