Northern Health issues toxic drug alert for Prince George

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There has been an increase in sudden overdose events in the city

As of Jan 6, the Health Authorities are reporting an increase in sudden overdose events in the city. The substances consumed are causing prolonged sedation, requiring multiple doses of naloxone to reverse. Overdoses are occurring when substance are smoked or injected.

They also note that substance move throughout the region and may be present in surrounding communities. In Prince George, Overdose Prevention Sites are located at Two Doors Down, 1126 Third Ave which is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Northern Health Needle Exchange and Harm Reduction Clinic open from Monday to Saturday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

 

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