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Prison Needle Exchange Programs Reduce Healthcare Costs

Source link : https://www.newshealth.biz/health-news/prison-needle-exchange-programs-reduce-healthcare-costs/

Canada’s prison needle exchange programs (PNEPs) not only reduce bloodborne infections but also are cost-effective, according to a new study.  The results suggest that every dollar invested in current PNEPs or in expanding these programs would save $2 in hepatitis C and injection-related infection treatment costs. This return on investment strongly supports the ongoing maintenance […]

Author : News Health

Publish date : 2024-12-19 14:16:10

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