Ageing, hepatitis C and continuing drug use: A review

  • Research program:
  • Project status: Completed
  • Start date: January 2012
  • Expected end date: July 2014
  • Completion date: February 2016
  • Funded by: AGDHA
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There is ample evidence that Australia's population is ageing and growing evidence that the median age of people in treatment for drug dependency is also increasing. Most drug treatment programs are aimed at younger drug users and may not provide the services older drug users need. This review will examine the current literature on older drug users from across the world and recommend the way forward for services for older drug users in Australia.

Name & Contact Details Role Research Program Location
  • Principal Investigator: Susan Carruthers, Curtin University

Dr Susan Carruthers
Research Fellow
Tel: 61 (0)9 9266 1600
s.carruthers@curtin.edu.au
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This project aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals and Targets: