Measuring the impact of new housing programs on HIV risk and drug use.

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What this research studies

This research investigates how novel harm reduction housing programs in Boston affect the health and safety of individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly in relation to HIV risk, treatment uptake, and drug use. By utilizing a mixed methods approach, the study aims to gather data on the experiences of residents in these housing programs, which provide essential resources like sterile syringes and naloxone. The research will analyze both the positive and negative outcomes of these interventions, focusing on how different housing models influence health behaviors and access to care.

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Where this research is happening

• Brandeis University
  Waltham, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Green, Traci C — Brandeis University
• Study coordinator: Green, Traci C

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About this research

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