How Malaysian Police Aggression Affects Drug Use Harm Reduction Response - CodeBlue
A study presented by a UM PhD candidate found 95% of 400 drug users in Klang surveyed had a history of detention in a lock-up. Half alleged getting beaten up or tortured by the police, while 35% experienced confiscation of injecting equipment.
MONTREAL, Sept 14 People who inject drugs (PWID) in Malaysia reported frequent physical police violence and arrests, increasing the likelihood of needle sharing, a major risk factor for HIV and Hepat… [+5532 chars]
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