Table 3 Measures of syringe access and availability

How many times do you usually use a syringe?

   1

7 (20.0)

   2–5

23 (65.7)

   >5

5 (14.3)

Have you shared syringes in the past 6 months?

   Yes

14 (40.0)

   No

21 (60.0)

How much do you usually pay for a syringe?

   $0

16 (45.7)

   < $1

7 (20.0)

   $1

4 (11.4)

   $2

8 (22.8)

Have you ever used a needle exchange program?

   Yes

22 (62.9)

   No

13 (37.1)

Are you aware of ESAP, or do you know that adults can buy syringes in the pharmacy without a prescription?

   Yes

16 (45.7)

   No

19 (54.3)

Have you tried to purchase syringes in pharmacy since January 2001?

   Yes

15 (42.9)

   No

20 (57.1)

Have you tried to buy syringes in a pharmacy and been refused since January 2001?

   Yes

7 (50.0% of those attempting purchase)

   No

7 (50.0% of those attempting purchase)