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Houselessness and Syringe Service Program Utilization among People Who Inject Drugs in Eight Rural Areas Across the USA: A Cross-sectional Analysis

Description
Examines the relationship between houselessness and syringe service program (SSP) use among people who inject drugs (PWID) in rural areas. Analyzes survey data from self-identified PWID across 10 states and explores data on PWID demographic profile, related drug use, proximity to SSPs, and more. Discusses housing instability in rural areas and potential barriers to SSP use.
Author(s)
April M. Ballard, Dylan Falk, Harris Greenwood, et al.
Citation
Harm Reduction Journal, 20, 157
Date
10/2023
Type
Document
Tagged as
Housing and homelessness · Human services · Statistics and data · Substance use and misuse