Responding to a surge in overdose deaths: perspectives from US syringe services programs

Responding to a surge in overdose deaths: perspectives from US syringe services programs

Abstract Background US overdose deaths have reached a record high. Syringe services programs (SSPs) play a critical role in addressing this crisis by providing multiple services to people who use drugs (PWUD) that help prevent overdose death. This study examined the perspectives of leadership and st...

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Main Authors: Madeline C. Frost, Elizabeth J. Austin, Maria A. Corcorran, Elsa S. Briggs, Czarina N. Behrends, Alexa M. Juarez, Noah D. Frank, Elise Healy, Stephanie M. Prohaska, Paul A. LaKosky, Shashi N. Kapadia, David C. Perlman, Bruce R. Schackman, Don C. Des Jarlais, Emily C. Williams, Sara N. Glick
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-07-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
Subjects:
Syringe services program
Syringe exchange
Opioids
Fentanyl
Overdose
Harm reduction
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00664-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00664-y

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