Needle Exchange Programs and Fentanyl Test Strips
Needle exchange programs provide sterile syringes in exchange for used ones, helping to prevent the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. These programs also offer free fentanyl test strips (FTS), an affordable and effective tool for detecting fentanyl in drug samples before they are used.
In addition to these services, needle exchange programs offer confidential and anonymous HIV antibody testing, HIV/AIDS prevention education, and referrals to drug treatment and healthcare services.
For more information, visit https://uwc.211ct.org/needle-exchange-programssyringe-exchange-programs/
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For those looking to quit smoking, there are various smoking cessation programs available in settings like hospitals, health centers, and counseling agencies. These programs often incorporate a range of methods, such as aversion therapy, hypnosis, acupuncture, acupressure, and individual or group therapy, as well as mutual support groups. These techniques are designed to help individuals […]
Needle exchange programs provide sterile syringes in exchange for used ones, helping to prevent the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. These programs also offer free fentanyl test strips (FTS), an affordable and effective tool for detecting fentanyl in drug samples before they are used. In addition to these services, […]
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