Global coverage of interventions for reduction of injecting drug use-related harm, HIV, viral hepatitis and tuberculosis in prisons and other carceral settings: A systematic review

Key Points

• To assess the global coverage of interventions aimed at reducing harm associated with injecting drug use in prisons and carceral settings.
• Conducted a systematic review of existing interventions.
• Evaluated coverage of harm reduction strategies in various carceral settings globally.
• Analyzed the impact of these interventions on health outcomes related to HIV, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis.
• Identified significant gaps in the implementation of harm reduction strategies.
• Found that effective interventions could reduce drug-related harm, HIV, and related diseases.
• Highlighted a need for improved coverage and accessibility of these interventions in prisons.