People who inject drugs can place themselves at risk of HIV, hepatitis C and other blood borne viruses. Safe injecting practices can protect against infection. You should practice the following:
Use a sterile needle and syringe (fit) for every injection. If you are unable to access a clean needle, you can get safe injecting equipment through the NSW Needle and Syringe Program.
Always remember to use:
New, sterile water
New swabs (one for the spoon, one for the injecting site)
Clean tourniquet
New filter
Clean spoon
Creating a clean environment
Choose a safe environment to inject – Private, clean well-lit and with running water, if possible
擦拭用于制备药物的所有表面
注射前后，最好用肥皂水洗手
Avoid all contact with anyone else’s blood, including blood you can’t see – Don’t help someone else to inject
Get rid of needles and syringes in a sharps bin of fit pack immediately after use
Use liquid bleach or another disinfectant to clean blood spills, contaminated surfaces, and equipment
Be aware of how you can manage a needlestick injury if it happens
定期进行血液传播病毒（BBV）测试
应该避免什么？
You should always avoid sharing equipment when preparing or injecting drugs, this includes:
Needles and syringes
Water
Swabs
Tourniquet
Filter
Spoon
Always remember to get rid of your equipment safely.
使用同一个针头
针头在每次使用后都会损坏
Needles become damaged after each use, always make sure you use a new needle to take care of your veins.
