In the Eye of the Needle: Diary of a medically supervised injecting centre by In

Description: In the Eye of the Needle by Ingrid van Beek The extraordinary story of Australias first legal injecting clinic provides important insights into the harrowing world of the addict and the outstanding efforts of a dedicated group of professionals. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description It all began in moment of great triumph and political courage. Then there were complications: fierce opposition in the parliament including from the Australian prime minister John Howard, interference by the Vatican and the United Nations International Narcotics Control Board, heated community debate and a court action. Finally, in May 2001, Australias first legally sanctioned medically supervised injecting centre opened with the challenge to save the lives of injecting drug users.In the Eye of the Needle traces the story of the centres first 30 months and the battles to justify its existence. It introduces us to the harrowing world of injecting drug users, their tragedies and successes and the outstanding efforts of a group of health professionals dedicated to saving lives.Despite its success, the injecting centre continues to provoke debate. This is a story that will not go away. In the Eye of the Needle provides a unique insiders account of what continues to be one of the most controversial public health approaches of today. Author Biography Dr Ingrid van Beek is the medical director of the Sydney medically supervised injecting centre. She is a graduate of the University of New South Wales and an internationally recognised authority in harm reduction. Table of Contents AcronymsMaps + diagramsPrologue1. In the beginning2. Preparing to open the doors3. The first days4. One whole month5. Finally establishing our routine6. Of needlesticks and dogs7. Death of a colleague and friend8. Reaching the six-month milestone9. A new year, new challenges10. European drug consumption centres11. Celebrating our first birthday12. Managing drug overdoses13. The 18-month trial ends quietly14. Of heroin and nursing shortages15. A serious investigation16. Drafting the evaluation report17. The public release of the evaluation report18. Decisions, decisions19. And so ended the first trial Long Description It all began in moment of great triumph and political courage. Then there were complications: fierce opposition in the parliament including from the Australian prime minister John Howard, interference by the Vatican and the United Nations International Narcotics Control Board, heated community debate and a court action. Finally, in May 2001, Australias first legally sanctioned medically supervised injecting centre opened with the challenge to save the lives of injecting drug users. In the Eye of the Needle traces the story of the centres first 30 months and the battles to justify its existence. It introduces us to the harrowing world of injecting drug users, their tragedies and successes and the outstanding efforts of a group of health professionals dedicated to saving lives. Despite its success, the injecting centre continues to provoke debate. This is a story that will not go away. In the Eye of the Needle provides a unique insiders account of what continues to be one of the most controversial public health approaches of today. Details ISBN1741143810 Short Title IN THE EYE OF THE NEEDLE Language English ISBN-10 1741143810 ISBN-13 9781741143812 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Imprint Allen & Unwin Country of Publication Australia Edition 1st Place of Publication St Leonards NSW DOI 10.1604/9781741143812 AU Release Date 2004-10-01 Subtitle Diary of a medically supervised injecting centre Author Ingrid van Beek Pages 240 Publisher Allen & Unwin Year 2004 Publication Date 2004-10-01 DEWEY 362.29 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education NZ Release Date 2004-09-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136602592;

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