Harm reduction programs aim to reduce the negative consequences of drug use, including HIV transmission. These programs may include:
- Needle exchange programs: Providing clean needles and syringes to reduce the risk of HIV transmission through injection drug use.
- Opioid substitution therapy: Providing medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction.
- Counseling and testing: Offering counseling and HIV testing services to people who use drugs.
Harm reduction programs have been shown to be effective in reducing HIV transmission among people who inject drugs.
