Services Database Needle & Syringe Exchange (Kirklees Area)
Service ID
44699
Description
The pharmacy will provide access, as specified by the Commissioner who will contract supply the sterile needles and syringes and other such paraphernalia deemed of benefit, and sharps containers for return of used equipment.
The pharmacy will provide access, as specified by the DAAT/PCT who will contract supply the sterile needles and syringes and other such paraphernalia deemed of benefit, and sharps containers for return of used equipment.
The pharmacy will provide support and advice to the user, including referral to other health and social care professionals and specialist drug and alcohol treatment services where appropriate.
Location of service
West Yorkshire 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
The pharmacy team must participates in the annual training event organised by the Commissioner.
Comments
This service is available in the Kirklees area only.
