Analysis of four syringe dispensing machine point-of-access data 2017–2020 in Melbourne, Australia: machine utilisation and client demographics

Abstract Background Australian needle and syringe distribution occurs via a mix of modalities, including syringe dispensing machines (SDMs). SDMs are electronic vending machines providing (often) 24-h access to needles/syringes and may attract greater numbers of people who are younger, female, and/o...

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Main Authors: Phoebe Kerr, Reece D. Cossar, Michael Livingston, David Jacka, Paul Dietze, Daniel O’Keefe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-12-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00726-1