Services Database Needle Exchange Service & Naloxone Service (Newham Area)
Service ID
108824
Description
The Needle exchange/naloxone programme is expected to contribute to the following outcomes:
- A reduction in the number of people acquiring BBVs, particularly Hep C and HIV
- An increased awareness of harm reduction and safer injecting practices amongst injecting drug users
- A reduction in the number of incidents of needle exchange waste being disposed of and an incorrect, unhygienic or risky manner.
- A reduction in overdose and drug-related deaths
Location of service
North East London LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Local Authority contract
Source of funding
Local Authority (LA)
Service type
Needle & syringe programme
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
Not known.
Comments
This service is available in the Newham area only.
