The Effectiveness of Needle Exchange Programs In Reducing The Spread of Hepatitis C

Authors: Bassam Mohammed AlRashid, Saud Daham Alanazi, Sami Abdullah Al Mutairi, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alhebs, Majed Ali Al sawaji, Abdullah Abdulrahman Altwejry

DOI: https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12079121

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gtzwhm

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Needle exchange programs (NEPs) have long been recognized as a crucial harm reduction strategy in addressing the spread of infectious diseases such as hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. This essay evaluates the effectiveness of NEPs in reducing the spread of hepatitis C by examining existing literature and research on the topic. The methodology section outlines the research design and data analysis techniques used in the studies reviewed. The discussion section highlights key findings from the research, including the impact of NEPs on reducing needle sharing behaviors and hepatitis C transmission rates. In conclusion, this essay argues that NEPs play a vital role in preventing the spread of hepatitis C and other blood-borne infections among vulnerable populations.

Keywords: needle exchange programs, hepatitis C, harm reduction, infectious diseases, injection drug use

Paper Id: 1768

Published On: 2023-09-02

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 5, September-October 2023

Cite This: The Effectiveness of Needle Exchange Programs In Reducing The Spread of Hepatitis C - Bassam Mohammed AlRashid, Saud Daham Alanazi, Sami Abdullah Al Mutairi, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alhebs, Majed Ali Al sawaji, Abdullah Abdulrahman Altwejry - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 5, September-October 2023. DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12079121

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