Vancouver Opioids
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Vancouver doctor says he will dispense opioids through Downtown Eastside vending machineA doctor with an expertise in public health says he will soon be dispensing opioids through a vending machine in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside in order to prevent overdoses from fentanyl-laced street drugs.HealthSep 11, 2019
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Vancouver seeks safe drug supply, more federal funding to combat overdose crisisThe eight new recommendations come from a specialized team of front-line workers, residents and city officials, staff noted.Jul 24, 2019
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VCH officials say opioid overdoses spiked recently, related to toxic additivesWhile naloxone might counteract the effects of the opioids — it doesn't work on the synthetic additives.Apr 11, 2019
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City of Vancouver releases 23 recommendations to combat ongoing opioid crisisIt's part of Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart's campaign promise to establish an emergency task force for the city.HealthDec 18, 2018
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