Conclusion
By perfecting the needle exchange through satellite syringe exchangers, as well as expanded hours and more locations, and educational sessions targeted at the infected populations, Hartford’s HIV/AIDS rate could decrease at an incredible pace. But Connecticut won’t see its capitol’s HIV/AIDS problems solved overnight. It will take the help and acknowledgement of many a government and public health official in order to get the ball rolling. At this point, there is an overwhelming need for help, and there are cost effective means of helping the community. Many of these have already been confirmed to be effective according to the studies cited above. Reaching the ultimate goal of a healthier city and county is possible. HIV infections don’t only affect the drug user his self, but his/her partners, family members, as well as his children (19). People with power need to wake up, realize how this epidemic is affecting others in overwhelming proportions, and start taking an active role.
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