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Karen Simon, Director of Inmate Programs for the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's department.
Posted inPrison Health

Released with Hope

by Editor November 2, 2015April 19, 2021
With each use, needles develop more holes and crevices in them that can contain traces of blood. Photo: NC Harm Reduction Coalition
Posted inInfectious Disease, NC Health Briefs, Public Health

Harm-reduction Advocates Find Success in Current Legislative Session

by Rose Hoban June 14, 2013October 19, 2021
With each use, needles develop more holes and crevices in them that can contain traces of blood. Photo: NC Harm Reduction Coalition
Posted inInfectious Disease, NC Health Briefs, Public Health

House Passes Syringe Bill, Governor Signs Good Samaritan into Law

by Rose Hoban May 15, 2013October 19, 2021
Posted inDisabilities, Featured, Mental Health, State Health Policy

Bill Provides Relief for Mentally Ill in Legal Limbo

by Rose Hoban March 11, 2013October 19, 2021
Posted inNC Health Briefs, Prescription Drugs, Public Health

Drug Overdose ‘Good Samaritan’ Bill One Step Closer to Law

by Rose Hoban February 28, 2013October 19, 2021
a set of brass revolving doors, the type y ou'd see in a large office building
Posted inFeatured

Respite Possible for Mentally Disabled in Legal Limbo

by Rose Hoban April 19, 2012September 28, 2022

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