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.