The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit has issued the latest alert in response to an increase in overdoses reported over the past several days.
Harm Reduction Program Manager Dorothea Service stated that the increase in overdoses is troubling and urged the community to take immediate precautions.
If you inject, inhale or ingest drugs you’re reminded to never use alone or share supplies.
If you see signs of an overdose – very large or very small pupils, slow or no breathing, cold and clammy skin, blue or purple fingernails or lips, and snoring or gurgling sounds, call 9-1-1. Often in drug overdoses, it is difficult to wake a person up.
Naloxone kits are available for those who use opioids, as well as family and friends. These can be picked up at Health Unit offices, local pharmacies, and other locations. Where to get a free naloxone kit | Ontario.ca
Written by Joseph Goden
