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Calls for more Naloxone kits in FrederictonAs Fredericton police and fire services sound the alarm about an uptick in overdoses in the city, a harm reduction expert is calling for increased access to Naloxone kits. Silas Brown reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickAug 14
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B.C. government mandates nasal naloxone at universitiesThe B.C. government, in response to the death of 18-year-old University of Victoria student Sidney McIntyre-Starko, has made several changes to policies, including making nasal naloxone available on all B.C. campuses. Travis Prasad reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCJul 11
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Drug safety reform urged in BC schools following university student’s deathIn response to the recent drug poisoning death at the University of Victoria, calls have been made for British Columbia to mandate CPR and naloxone training in high schools across the province. The death of 18-year-old in January has prompted her parents to urge the province to take action, deeming the tragedy preventable. Neetu Garcha...Global NationalMay 25
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Global National: May 25In the Middle East, Israeli forces have reportedly carried out new attacks in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of more than 30 people. Canada is urging G7 nations to provide financial aid to Ukraine using seized Russian assets. Plus, a devastating landslide in northern Papua New Guinea has buried hundreds of people, while...Global NationalMay 25
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Nasal naloxone could save lives, new study showsNaloxone given by nasal spray could help save lives as Canada’s toxic drugs crisis continues. A new report finds the nasal sprays are easier to use and less expensive than the injectable version. Health reporter Katherine Ward explains.HealthApr 8
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Montreal supervised drug-use sites getting boost from QuebecMontreal can be added to the growing list of Canadian cities struggling with the opioid crisis. The number of times paramedics have had to administer naloxone, the overdose reversing medication, is on the rise. Now more government funding is being invested in supervised injection sites. All of this with the hope of saving lives. Global’s...CanadaJul 21, 2023
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Organizations dealing with naloxone shortageSome organizations in Winnipeg that hand out naloxone kits to drug users say they’re running out.May 25, 2023
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Despite health officials’ pleas, Peterborough council votes down permitting city staff to administer naloxoneAs it currently stands, Peterborough city staff are not permitted to administer naloxone while on duty in case of a drug overdose. A proposed policy change sought to lift restrictions and stock the medicine in city facilities but was once again struck down by city council on Monday night. Sam Houpt reports…HealthApr 24, 2023
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Ability to administer naloxone ’empowering’, say Peterborough advocatesEarlier this month, Peterborough City Council voted against making naloxone administration training mandatory for city staff. Instead – staff can take the training if they choose. But community organizations say that training is life-saving, and every bit helps in addressing the opioid crisis. Jessica Penner from Peterborough Drug Strategy and Kerri Kightley join Noor Ibrahim...The Morning Show on CHEXApr 20, 2023
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City of Peterborough strategic plan approved while staff naloxone training struck downPeterborough City Council unanimously approved the city’s first-ever strategic plan Tuesday night, but the night’s proceedings hit a snag when it came to how best to tackle drug overdoses on city property. Sam Houpt reports…EconomyApr 11, 2023
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B.C. marks 7th anniversary of toxic drug crisisB.C. is marking a somber anniversary today. It has been seven years since the province declared a public health emergency over the toxic drug crisis. The latest statistics are grim — more than 10,000 people have died since 2016 in our province from toxic drugs. As Emily Lazatin reports, B.C. is expanding its use of...Global News at Noon BCApr 14, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: April 11, 2023Mobile overdose prevention site raises concerns for a Cobourg community group; new strategic plan and potential city staff naloxone training on the agenda; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes face the Ottawa 67s in the eastern conference semi finals; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.HealthApr 11, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: April 11, 2023Mobile overdose prevention site raises concerns for a Cobourg community group; new strategic plan and potential city staff naloxone training on the agenda; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes face the Ottawa 67s in the eastern conference semi finals; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.HealthApr 11, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 1: April 11, 2023A mobile overdose prevention site raises concerns for a Cobourg community group; strategic plan and potential naloxone training on city council’s agenda tonight; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes face the top east team, Ottawa in the Eastern Conference semi finals Friday; Skytracker weather. Noor Ibrahim has the details.HealthApr 11, 2023
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Carpenters union offers members free naloxone kitsA union on Vancouver Island is the first to offer its members free naloxone kits and a training course to use the medication. The Carpenters’ Regional Council in Victoria says it’s taking action after several reported overdoses in the industry. Richard Zussman has more on the pilot project.Global News Hour at 6 BCMar 31, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: June 28, 2021NEWS UPDATE with @GiuntaNews: Vaccine supplies strong in Peterborough, prompting additional appointments becoming available; local public health and paramedics make Naloxone more readily available; 7 day regional weather outlook. Issued: 4:30 pm.HealthJun 28, 2021
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Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough raises addiction awareness with Anti-Stigma DayThe Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough held Anti-Stigma Day on June 26th in an effort to end the stigma towards drug users. Along with first hand experience and information, volunteers and organizers were giving away free nasal spray Naloxone kits to combat opioid overdosing. Sam Houpt has the story.CrimeJun 26, 2021
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Concerning stats show opioid use climbing in WinnipegIn this special report, Global’s Joe Scarpelli takes a deeper dive into the reasons why Winnipeg paramedics are using naloxone – a drug to counter the effects of opioid overdose – at higher rates in 2020 compared to last year.Jun 18, 2020
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Peterborough Global News Update: June 30, 2020NEWS UPDATE: Ennismore fire leaves family without a home; CKL Police administer naloxone to person without vital signs. Issued: 10:15amCrimeJun 30, 2020
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Montreal police soon equipped with NaloxoneMontreal Mayor Valérie Plante says the SPVM will be equipped with naloxone and officers will be trained starting in late August. Global’s Anne Leclair reports on the surprising discovery that police were not equipped with the life-saving drug.CanadaJul 15, 2020