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response to the situation, primarily taking the documented harm into
consideration. A rapid situational assessment was done by medical
professionals to access the harm, calling for Project proposals for
Comprehensive care and support for People who inject substances.
These Pictures are of peer based service model, which was indeed
effective through out the Project's period. These people regularly
check hot-spots, clear used needles and syringes, clear all
contaminated paraphernalia. Educated people who inject on safe
injection practices. Prepare and participate in awareness campaigns
on Injection drug use, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. These social workers
were Trained by Professionals on First-Aid, what to do when an
over-dose occurs, Dressing up the wounds, How to handle contaminated
paraphernalia, Work related hazards and safety. They work in places
no other social worker would go and do their job dutifully. Some
places have unbearable stench of urine and human faeces around.
Abandoned places automatically become toilets for the toilet less
slums or the homeless. These places are chosen by people who inject
as it is not like smoking something or drinking something. Smoking
and drinking still have and enjoy some form of acceptance, in the
modern society. But not Injection drug use. The stigma associated
with injecting drug use makes people who inject to choose places
where no one wants to be. These social workers livelihood is based on
continuation of the projects. When the project or a study ends, the
social workers who worked with dedication and passion, simply fade or
drift away seeking other source of employment.
