Abstract
Routine reuse of syringes in Pakistan's back-street health centres has caused a surge in bloodborne infections such as hepatitis B and C, which experts have dubbed "the AIDS of Pakistan". But to solve this problem, Pakistan must first wean itself off injections. Khabir Ahmad reports.
| Original language | English (UK) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 1843-1844 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | The Lancet |
| Volume | 364 |
| Issue number | 9448 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 20 Nov 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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