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Syringe Access Program
What is Syringe Access?
The Public Health Department operates a Syringe Access Program for residents of Racine and surrounding communities, providing a variety of services aimed at preventing harms and overdose due to injection drug use. Syringe Access is part of a broader Harm Reduction Program that involves the distribution of Narcan® (naloxone), a safe and effective medication that reverses opioid overdose, and other items to protect the public as we work toward curbing the opioid overdose epidemic and saving lives.
Harm Reduction is an evidence-based approach to reduce negative consequences associated with drug use. It accepts that illicit drug use is part of our world, attempting to minimize harmful effects rather than ignoring or condemning them while not minimizing the real dangers associated with drug use.
Syringe Access Services
The Syringe Access Program provides a variety of services that attempt to minimize harmful effects of illicit drug use in our community. Services include:
- Access to safe injection supplies
- Proper disposal of used syringes
- Training and distribution of Narcan®
- HIV and Hepatitis C testing and treatment referral
- Fentanyl and Xylazine test strip distribution
- Community health education
- Substance use treatment referrals and resources
Narcan® (naloxone) is an emergency treatment that can be administered for a suspected opioid overdose. It is available at no cost for clients, family members, friends, and professionals.
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Phone
262-636-9431
Location
City of Racine Public Health Department
Racine City Hall
730 Washington Avenue, Room 4 (Lower Level)
Racine, WI 53403
Supplies for the Public Health Department’s Harm Reduction Program are received through partnerships with Vivent Health, which operates clinics throughout Wisconsin and other states, as well as the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Call 262-636-9431 for more information about the Harm Reduction Program.
Public Health Vending Machines
The Public Health Department operates Public Health Vending Machines to provide greater access to free, lifesaving Narcan and other public health interventions. Our Public Health Vending Machines dispense items at no cost to the recipient.
Items available from the vending machines include Narcan Nasal Spray, fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, hygiene kits, condoms, emergency contraception, medication disposal bags, and other items. Note: The selection of items may vary by location and throughout the year.
Public Health Vending Machine locations:
Corinne Reid Owens Transit Center
1409 State Street
Racine, WI 53403
Hours
Sunday – Saturday, 6:00 am – 9:00 pm
Racine Public Library
75 Seventh Street
Racine, WI 53403
Hours
Accessible 24/7
(Machine is located outdoors)
Dr. John Bryant Community Center
601 Caron Butler Drive
Racine, WI 53403
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
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