Maryland Department of Health
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​​​​​​​​​​Syringe Services Program (SSP)​

​​The Center for Harm Reduction Se​rvices administers the Maryland Syringe Services Program, reviewing new applications, managing program reporting, issuing program guidance, and providing TA and support to approved programs.​

Find a SSP Ne​​​ar You

As of November 2024​​, there are 27​​​ active SSPs providing services in 18 counties in Maryland.​

SSP Guide: Hours & Locations (updated April 2024)​​

How to Use th​​e M​​ap​​​​

Click on the drawer ◨​ in the top-le​ft of the map to show the detail sidebar. Click on the frame ⛶ in the top-right of the map to view the map full-screen. Click on a place to view details in the sidebar, then scroll dow​n in the details to confirm what each place offers.​

Move the map:​​ click and drag with your mouse or drag with one finger. Zoom: scroll with your mouse or use two fingers. Show info: click or tap on a place. Show a layer on the map: check the box next to the layer name in the sidebar. Show a list of places in the sidebar: click the down arrow next to the layer name.

Search the map: click ⛶ to view the map full-screen. Click on the magnifying glass next to the map's name. Type in an address or​ county and hit "enter" or "go" to search for places nearby. Search for services or supplies like naloxone, xylazine test strips, HCV Testing, or HIV PrEP.

Not in Maryland?​

Search the North American Syringe Exchange Network (NASEN) or reach out to your Local Health Department to inquire about services near you.

SSP Resources

All SSPs provide the following (either on-site or referral):

  • Distribution and collection of hypodermic needles​/syringes
  • Substance related use disorder counseling
  • Treatment and recovery services
  • Case management​​
  • HIV, HCV, and STD testing​​​
  • Linkage to PrEP/PEP
  • Reproductive health education and services
  • Wound care
  • Overdose education
  • Naloxone
  • Fentanyl testing strips
  • On-site housing and access to emergency shelter needs (select sites only)​

How to Become a Syringe Services Program

Programs seeking ​approval to operate a​​ SSP must apply using the web form linked below. Please read the application guidance document thoroughly before submitting an application.

Syringe Services Program Application
Syringe Services Program Application Guidance​​

For more information about the program, application and requirements, please email mdh.syringeservices@maryland.gov​.​

Legislation and Regulations

Enacted in 2016 by SB0097/HB0468, the Maryland Syringe Services Program is codified in MD Health-General §24–901 - 909 and regulated under COMAR  10.52.01.01-10.52.01.09.

Standing Advisory Committe​​​e Public Meetings​​

The Maryland Department of Health Center for Harm Reduction Services​ hold quarterly meetings with the Harm Reduction Standing Advisory Committee on Opioid-Associated Disease Prevention and Outreach. These meetings are open to the public.​​

As of 11/27/24, the committee is accepting applications for vacant seats. To apply, click here and search the vacancies for "SSP".

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Baltimore City Syringe Litter and Kiosk Evaluation - ​​Phase I

A July 2022 evaluation written by Andrea Medley, MPH, assesses syringe disposal options in Baltimore City and utilization of an existing syringe disposal kiosk. Read it here.

​​Page content last checked November 27, 2024.