Homer doctor plans syringe exchange program

Alaska Public Media | By Pat Yack

Published December 31, 2015 at 9:44 PM AKST

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One of the dangers tied to drug abuse is the risk of transmitting disease through sharing needles. Dirty needles are a common vehicle for HIV,
Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B and other serious infections. A proven solution is providing access to clean needles and a safe place to dispose of dirty ones. A local doctor wants to start Homer’s first syringe exchange program.