Meeting Veterans Where They Are: Harm Reduction Supply Distribution via Vending Machines

HRVM colocation across health care and supportive housing reached Veterans and supported after-hours access where needs were greatest, while also linking many to naloxone, education, and health care resources. Findings demonstrate a feasible, scalable approach for integrating HRVMs into Veteran-centered public health strategies. Future research should evaluate longer term clinical outcomes, participant-reported outcomes, and cost.