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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.
Author(s)
Katherine M. Mackey, Erin H. Beech, Beth E. Williams, et al.
Date
12/2023
Organization
VA Health Systems Research, Office of Research & Development
Tagged as
Access · 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