Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction
Tuesday 7th June 2022
Lauren Carr from Graves County Syringe eXchange discusses harm reduction, Hep C testing, and community support in this Crosstalk episode.
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Get the buttons here!Harm Reduction: Lauren Carr Sheds Light on Saving Lives
We're not enabling, we're just meeting them where they are, but we're not going to leave them there.
Ever wondered what harm reduction really means? In this episode of Crosstalk by Turning Point, the team sits down with Lauren Carr from the Graves County Syringe eXchange program in Mayfield, KY. Lauren passionately discusses the vital role harm reduction services play in supporting individuals in active addiction. She clears up common myths and misconceptions, highlighting how these services meet people where they are, offering a lifeline until they're ready for further help.
Hepatitis C testing, community support, and syringe exchange programs are just a few of the critical topics covered. Lauren shares inspiring success stories of families being reunited and lives being saved, making a compelling case for late interventions. If you or someone you know is struggling, this episode is a must-listen. It’s an eye-opener on how harm reduction can make a real difference.