HIV Alliance has testing and counseling available to the people in the Eugene community that are most affected by HIV/AIDS. They recommend that high-risk populations test for HIV every 3-6 months. An example of high risk people would be people who inject drugs and their partners.
HIV Alliance's needle exchange program also offers free services and supplies to people who inject drugs which also helps in the fight against the spread of HIV. Services include: The Needle Exchange (One new needle for each used needle , with no limit), HIV and Hepatitis C Testing and Counseling (Free for people who inject drugs and their partner), Wound Care (Free medical attention for cuts and lesions for people who inject drugs), Hepatitis A and B Vaccinations (Free for people who inject drugs), Injection Supplies (Alcohol wipes and cotton for cleaner injection), Wound Care Kits (Bandages, gauze, tape, antibiotic cream, and alcohol wipes), Safer Sex Supplies (Condoms, lube, and a variety of other supplies), Biohazard Containers (Several different sizes of containers so that people can handle their needles safely), and most importantly Referrals to agency programs such as drug and alcohol detox and treatment, food programs, shelters, and case management.
HIV Alliance finds it important that we note Oregon state's law, which "prohibits the distribution of syringes to a minor. We ask that people who are under 18 do not exchange needles. People under 18 may use other harm reduction services. People can bring in other people's syringes" (HIV Alliance).
HIV Alliance finds it important that we note Oregon state's law, which "prohibits the distribution of syringes to a minor. We ask that people who are under 18 do not exchange needles. People under 18 may use other harm reduction services. People can bring in other people's syringes" (HIV Alliance).
Special thanks to Jeff Nichols , the needle exchange coordinator at HIV Alliance.
541-342-5088 x 118
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