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Low-threshold services for problem drug users in Hungary.
- Source :
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Central European Journal of Public Health . 2007, Vol. 15 Issue 2, p84-86. 3p. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- <bold>Objectives: </bold>The main objective of this study was to explore how harm reduction (HR) approach and low-threshold approach are realised at low-threshold services (LTSs) in Hungary in comparison with the guidelines presented in different policy papers (European Union drugs strategies) and national regulations.<bold>Materials and Methods: </bold>Hungarian LTSs were investigated: 29 organisations out of 44 (66% return rate) were reached with questionnaires and 40 LTS workers were interviewed.<bold>Results: </bold>The LTSs have difficulties reaching their target group, distributing sufficient sterile syringes and interpreting the concept of 'low-threshold' and HR, sometimes defining them as a transient stage to abstinence-based treatment.<bold>Conclusion: </bold>The study results suggest that Hungarian LTSs need to be re-orientated toward more emphasis on health-related issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *HARM reduction
*DRUG abusers
*MEDICAL care
*DRUG abuse treatment
*HEALTH policy
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 12107778
- Volume :
- 15
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Central European Journal of Public Health
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 25555284
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.21101/cejph.a3405