Linkage to Syringe Exchange Programs in Washington, DC (webinar)
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Description:
The District of Columbia Department of Health HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration (HAHSTA) approved and directed Needle Exchange Programs. This action was intended to reduce the numbers of people who inject drugs (PWID) who are infected with HIV in the District of Columbia and to increase the number of District PWID who know their HIV and Hepatitis C status, in addition to increasing access to care and treatment. This webinar discussed the three District of Columbia funded programs and how clients can access those programs.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the impact of Needle Exchange Programs in the District of Columbia
- Define is Harm Reduction
- List 3 different approaches to Syringe Services in the District of Columbia
- Describe the effective continuum of care for Needle Exchange participants
- Recognize how to contact District Programs