Services Database Provision of Needle Exchange Service
Service ID
101001
Description
Pharmacies will provide access to sterile needles and syringes, and sharps containers for return of used equipment. Associated paraphernalia such as citric acid and swabs to promote safe injecting practice and reduce transmission of infections by substance misusers will be provided.
This service is commissioned alongside the supervised consumption service in Dudley and they share the same SLA.
Location of service
Dudley LPC
Commissioner
Method of commissioning
Source of funding
Local Authority (LA)
Service type
Needle & syringe programme
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
The named pharmacist will attend the initial training and accreditation evening organised by the DISMS before commencing the service.
