Needle exchange programs being overrun by peptide users | ABC NEWS
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Needle exchange facilities are increasingly concerned that the rise of peptide use means there will be a shortage of needles available for at-risk drug users. Queensland Injectors Health Network chief executive Geoff Davey says there had been a "marked increase" in peptide users at needle exchange facilities since last year. Experts tell the ABC they are glad some peptide users are seeking health advice, but are concerned about those who aren't. #ABCNewsQld by Jordan Bissell Subscribe: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-06/peptide-increase-impacting-needle-exchange-facilities/106965078 Note: In most cases, our captions are auto-generated. #ABCNEWS #ABCNEWSAustralia
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