Understanding the impact of harm reduction program coverage on the incidence of blood borne viruses and related risk behaviours [ 2015 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Mr Daniel O'Keefe (Principal investigator)

Brief description The provision of clean injecting equipment to people who inject drugs (PWID) is a crucial harm reduction intervention that has helped reduce the spread of blood borne viruses. The level to which PWID needs are adequately met is known as “coverage”, and it is the aim of this study to examine how variations in coverage impacts on PWID risk behaviours and health outcomes over time. This project will make important contributions to the evidence base for harm reduction and future implementation.

Funding Amount $83,429.00

Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships

Notes Public Health Postgraduate Scholarship