Effectiveness of Syringe Services Programs
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Presents a literature review of the studies evaluating SSP interventions across the country. Report aims to evaluate the overall efficacy of SSPs at reducing the transmission of HIV/HCV. Four of the 100 studies were conducted in completely rural settings, and 5 were conducted in both rural and urban settings. Makes recommendations for VA policy makers.
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Katherine M. Mackey, Erin H. Beech, Beth E. Williams, et al.
Date
12/2023
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VA Health Systems Research, Office of Research & Development
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· HIV and AIDS
· Illicit drug use
· Infectious diseases
· Prescription drug misuse
· Public health
· Statistics and data
· Veterans
· Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention
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- VA Health Systems Research, Office of Research & Development, view details