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A true needle exchange, managed by the health department is a good idea. One used needle for a free new one. This gives the Health care providers the chance to speak with addicts to help them access treatment and to receive Narcan for potential OD issues. I agree that "Handing our free needles" is not the best path although it is what the State Health Department promotes based on studies in reducing HIV and Hep C. Politicizing "Needles" as has happened in Butte County is not productive. Bill Monroe RN, Retired Aids Certified RN

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