A drug alert was put out across the Interior Health Region, after multiple overdoses and fatalities.
Interior Health says a substance sold as cocaine was what brought on the alert, as it was containing fentanyl.
They say that there’s a high risk of a fatal overdose, along with amnesia, sleepiness, heavy snoring and nodding out for a long time.
Interior Health provided tips for those going to use drugs, which include:
- Finding drug checking locations
- Starting with a small amount and spacing out the doses
- Being aware of the risks when mixing other drugs, including alcohol
- Use with others around or at an Overdose Prevention Site
- Carry naloxone and know how to use it
- Get the Lifeguard app
The drug alert was issued yesterday, April 13th, and will be in effect until April 20th.
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