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Auburn, Maine, just passed forward-thinking needle exchange guidelines—even though no program exists yet—setting the stage for future harm reduction efforts. Inspired by state laws aimed at curbing HIV and Hepatitis C, the ordinance outlines how such services could operate, including distributing up to 100 needles per person, while also linking users to addiction treatment and safe disposal. Critics worry about increased drug use visibility and needle volume, but officials counter that these programs reduce disease spread and don’t fuel addiction. The city’s broader goal? To expand prevention and recovery resources, tackling addiction through a compassionate, multi-pronged strategy.

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