Analysis of Harm Minimisation policy: a Brazil and Australia case study
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Rocha, Vitor MoraesAbstract
Historically, in 1985 Kings Cross (KC) (Sydney, Australia) and the Harbour District (HD) (Santos, Brazil) had both the highest prevalence of blood-borne virus infection (BBVI) among injected drug users (IDU) in the country. By the end of the decade both districts released their first Harm Minimisation policy (HMP), including the Needle and Syringe Program (NSP). However, both programs had different outcomes. Shared successful policy historical experiences draw lessons for improvement.Historically, in 1985 Kings Cross (KC) (Sydney, Australia) and the Harbour District (HD) (Santos, Brazil) had both the highest prevalence of blood-borne virus infection (BBVI) among injected drug users (IDU) in the country. By the end of the decade both districts released their first Harm Minimisation policy (HMP), including the Needle and Syringe Program (NSP). However, both programs had different outcomes. Shared successful policy historical experiences draw lessons for improvement.
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2019-06-28Department, Discipline or Centre
Menzies Centre for Health PolicyShare