People administering an overdose-reversing medication should have a choice of both versions of take-home naloxone kits across Canada — a nasal spray and an injectable that goes into a muscle — says a panel of experts that includes people who use drugs. The new guidance applies to take-home naloxone kits that are distributed at various … Read more
Take-home naloxone kits across Canada should contain both versions of the opioid overdose-reversing drug – a nasal spray and an injectable that goes into a muscle – says a panel of experts that includes people who use drugs. The new guidance, led by the BC Centre for Disease Control, aims to standardize take-home naloxone kits … Read more
FILE: The intersection of Leavenworth and Golden Gate streets, in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, Jan. 26, 2022. A new study published Tuesday shows exactly how effective the controversial Tenderloin Center was in preventing overdose deaths. The Washington Post/The Washington Post via Getty Images The facility was a part of the city’s Tenderloin Emergency … Read more
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Montreal public health authorities say 175 deaths related to suspected drug overdoses occurred in the city over the past year and the majority of those fatalities took place at home. The latest data was released Thursday to coincide with International Overdose Awareness Day, a global campaign designed … Read more