Bad drugs are being credited as helping to cause a rise in drug poisonings in the municipality.
CK Public Health said unexpected reactions to substances are serving as “an important reminder that the unregulated drug supply is unpredictable and always changing. Substances may not be what individuals expect, increasing the risk of harm or death.”
In case of overdose, people are asked to call 911; give naloxone if an opioid overdose is suspected; don’t leave the person unattended; and to stay with the person until paramedics arrive.
For those who use illicit substances, CK Public Health advises people to “fix with a friend,” the organization said in a media release.
- Try to avoid using alone
• If using with others, take turns spotting for each other
• Have a safety plan, ask someone to check on you, leave door unlocked
• Start low and go slow, try a test dose first
• Check your drugs with test strips
• Be aware of your tolerance
• Try to avoid mixing drugs
• Know the quality of your drugs
• Ask others about what they are experiencing with the current drug supply
