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The Downside of Doping Up
Citius, altius, fortius. Swifter, higher, stronger. This Olympic motto is based on the Greek ideals of discipline, dedication, sweat and fair play. Today it has a shadowy side.
The Infectious Question: Needle Exchange Programs
Needle exchange programs (NEP) provide clean needles to intravenous drug users. It seems logical to assume that using cleaner needles would lead to lower levels of HIV and hepatitis infections in addicts.