Abstract:Background
Substance abuse continues to be on the rise in the U.S. driven by the proliferation of fentanyl laced street drugs. Per the CDC, during May 2020 - April 2021, a 29% increase in over dose deaths was observed compared to the previous year. Harm reduction services play a major role in reducing overdose deaths, life-threatening infections and chronic diseases. Syringe service programs (SSPs) have proven to be an essential component of a broader focus on harm reduction; however, gaps re… Show more
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