NIH R01 · 2024
PROJECT SUMMARY/ABSTRACT Overdose (OD) and homelessness are two interlinked national crises in the United States (US). More than 1.25 million people experience homelessness each year, and drug OD is the leading cause of death among people experiencing homelessness (PEH). OD rates among PEH are 30–40 times higher than the general population. However, OD prevention interventions tailored for PEH remain underdeveloped, with limited evidence on effective strategies that reach this high-risk population. To fill this gap, this study will evaluate the implementation and impact of the New York City (NYC) Department of Homeless Services’ (DHS) Harm Reduction Strategic Plan (HRSP), a broad suite of…
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