Drug Overdose
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U.S. overdose deaths fell 27% in 2024, a new 1-year recordAn estimated 80,000 people died from overdoses last year, according to provisional Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released Wednesday, a 27 per cent drop from 2023.HealthMay 14
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Death of 15-year-old in Campbell River from suspected drug overdose prompts warningThe investigation into the teen's death led police to believe that a combination of Dilaudid and non-prescription cough medication was the cause of the fatal overdose.CrimeApr 22
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B.C. teen who died of drug overdose remembered with moment of silence at his schoolKaren and Greg Dunlap said they hope that by sharing their son's story, it will spark more discussion about addiction and mental health.HealthApr 15
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Toxic drugs blamed for person’s death at supervised consumption site in London, Ont.The head of London, Ont.’s supervised consumption site says a recent overdose there is a 'tragic loss' but 'highlights the ongoing risk posed by the increasing toxic drug supply.'HealthOct 4, 2024
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3 men charged in drug trafficking operation linked to overdose deathsCalgary police charge three men with 49 offences as part of separate drug trafficking investigations connected to two fatal overdoses.CrimeJun 24, 2024
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‘Alarming increase’ in Kingston drug overdoses, officials sayHealth officials say there's been a 30 per cent increase in drug poisonings in Kingston since SaturdayHealthApr 30, 2024
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B.C. girl who lost dad to overdose says there needs to be more support for families"He was the type of guy, he wanted to help everyone or like as many people as he could, which see where I get it from now," Bocking Reid told Global News.HealthApr 10, 2024
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1 death, several overdoses linked to suspected consumption of counterfeit pillsCounterfeit pills that look like pharmaceutical tablets are in wide circulation in Montreal. Samples were found to contain synthetic opioids 25 times more potent than fentanyl.HealthApr 5, 2024
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As drug deaths continue, Belleville, Ont. urges province for supportBelleville urges provincial aid for new detox center amidst rising drug deaths. Public Health reports 6 more fatalities in 3 weeks. Urgent action needed.HealthMar 26, 2024
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Ontario man facing drug charges in connection with opiod death in Niagara RegionNiagara Regional Police say they arrested a man at a home in Leamington, Ont. Thursday. He's a suspect in a case probing an overdose death in Thorold last spring.CrimeMar 22, 2024
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