About this Event
Description
This training is to help give an understanding of the common bacterial and bloodborne infections that are common for people who use drugs. We will go over the transmissions, symptoms, and treatment for these, as well as the best ways to prevent them from occurring. In addition, we will discuss the handling and disposing of biohazardous materials, the risks involved, and the best practices for safety.
About the Speaker
Reid Getty was born and raised in Eastern NC and has lived in Durham for almost 10 years. Reid is a person with lived experience and has worked for NCHRC for about 5 years as an outreach worker and has been a field phlebotomist for three years. In the triangle, Reid covers both city and rural settings in a variety of outreach settings.
Event Venue
Center for Prevention Services Training Room, 8307 University Executive Park Dr, Charlotte, United States
USD 15.00