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BCCDC issues medetomidine drug alert
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January 28, 2026
The B.C. Centre for Disease Control is issuing a province-wide drug alert after finding street opioids containing an animal tranquilizer. The BCCDC's Dr. Alexis Crabtree explains what medetomidine is and the risks when it's ingested by people.
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Accused killed apologizes to victim’s family in court01:26 | March 12, 2026 -
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BCCDC issues medetomidine drug alert04:19 | January 28, 2026
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BCCDC issues medetomidine drug alert
Description
January 28, 2026
The B.C. Centre for Disease Control is issuing a province-wide drug alert after finding street opioids containing an animal tranquilizer. The BCCDC's Dr. Alexis Crabtree explains what medetomidine is and the risks when it's ingested by people.
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