Mental health and addictions in Souris, Prince Edward Island
PEI Needle Exchange Program - Souris
Offered by Alberton Western Hospital
17 Knights Ave, Souris, PE C0A 2B0
In short
The Needle Exchange Program is available in communities across the province to prevent the transmission of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) that is spread by sharing equipment to inject drugs.
- Hours
- Wednesdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Where
- 17 Knights Ave, Souris, PE C0A 2B0
- How to reach
- (902) 368-6130 · healthpei@gov.pe.ca · Website
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About this service
The Needle Exchange Program is available in communities across the province to prevent the transmission of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) that is spread by sharing equipment to inject drugs. The program is a harm reduction initiative and offers services such as:
- needle exchange with safe needle disposal;
- immunization counselling and immunization;
- vein/wound care;
- sexual health counselling;
- health teaching to support optimal health;
- referrals to other care providers;
- Naloxone kits for people who are at risk of opioid related overdoses; and
- detox information
When is it open?
PEI Needle Exchange Program - Souris is open Wednesdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m..
How do I get in touch?
Call (902) 368-6130, email healthpei@gov.pe.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Souris, Prince Edward Island.
17 Knights Ave, Souris, PE C0A 2B0
17 Knights Ave, Souris, PE C0A 2B0Souris, Prince Edward Island
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