California AB37 allows pharmacists and physicians to provide hypodermic needles and syringes without a prescription to prevent bloodborne diseases.

California AB37 amends the Business and Professions Code to allow physicians and pharmacists to furnish hypodermic needles and syringes without a prescription to individuals aged 18 and older, aiming to prevent the transmission of HIV, viral hepatitis, and other bloodborne diseases. Pharmacies must ensure these items are stored securely and provide safe disposal options, including onsite collection programs, mail-back containers, or approved sharps containers.

California AB37 allows pharmacists and physicians to provide hypodermic needles and syringes without a prescription to prevent bloodborne diseases.

California AB37 amends the Business and Professions Code to allow physicians and pharmacists to furnish hypodermic needles and syringes without a prescription to individuals aged 18 and older, aiming to prevent the transmission of HIV, viral hepatitis, and other bloodborne diseases. Pharmacies must ensure these items are stored securely and provide safe disposal options, including onsite collection programs, mail-back containers, or approved sharps containers.