Services Database Needle Syringe Programme in Community Pharmacies (Southampton Area)
Service ID
19540
Description
The aims of the service are to:
- reduce the spread of blood borne pathogens (HIV, Hepatitis B & C);
- provide information and advice to reduce the harms associated with injecting drug use; and
- encourage use of other drug services and facilitate referrals to other agencies where appropriate.
Location of service
Hampshire & IOW 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
Pharmacists will be expected to have completed the Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE) training module in Substance Use and Misuse within three months of signing this agreement, if not previously completed.
Comments
This service is available in the Southampton area only.
