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Document 0781
DOCN M9480781
TI [Methods for AIDS prevention: importance and limitations of use of
bleach]
DT 9410
AU Ingold FR; Toussirt M; Jacob C; Institut de Recherche en Epidemiologie
de la; Pharmacodependance, Paris.
SO Bull Acad Natl Med. 1994 Feb;178(2):279-88; discussion 288-01. Unique
Identifier : AIDSLINE MED/94313413
AB The authors are discussing the interest of promoting the use of bleach
as a powerful disinfectant among drug users. Following the researches
conducted in the United States of America, the use of bleach has been
introduced on an experimental basis in Paris. This action-research
allowed to meet 1500 drug users who have received bleach and prevention
materials. The evaluation of the action was conducted on a sample of 478
subjects. It was found that bleach could be used by addicts for syringe
decontamination. The communication strategy implies a direct personal
contact and a non judgmental message. Syringes must be carefully cleaned
and rinsed at least twice with bleach in order to allow a one minute
contact. In the absence of a new syringe the use of bleach provides a
reasonable means of risk reduction if detoxification cannot be achieved.
DE Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PREVENTION & CONTROL
Disinfection/*METHODS English Abstract Human *Needles *Sodium
Hypochlorite JOURNAL ARTICLE REVIEW REVIEW, TUTORIAL
SOURCE: National Library of Medicine. NOTICE: This material may be
protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).