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Harm reduction drug testing pilot program to begin in Alberta
Description
September 26, 2022
The drug toxicity crisis has claimed the lives of thousands of Canadians and Edmonton is currently exploring a service that would test drugs for ingredients like fentanyl and other powerful opioids, with the goal of reducing overdoses. One such program is being piloted by AAWEAR in Calgary, so Kyle Bosch from the organization joined Global News to talk about how it will work.
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Harm reduction drug testing pilot program to begin in Alberta06:46 | September 26, 2022
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Harm reduction drug testing pilot program to begin in Alberta06:46 | September 26, 2022
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Kindred Paul wants Canada to be aggressive in water polo at Paris Olympics04:08 | July 12, 2024
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BMW SUV suspected of impersonating police equipped with flashing lights01:13 | July 12, 2024
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Basketball players Katherine and Michelle Plouffe heading to 2024 Paris Olympics05:22 | July 11, 2024
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Edmonton-raised swimmer Emma O’Croinin excited for her 1st Olympics03:57 | July 10, 2024
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Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup loss: Looking back and wondering what is next?07:45 | June 25, 2024
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Political analyst delves into the victory of Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi05:53 | June 24, 2024
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Stanley Cup Final: Edmonton Oilers fans line up for outdoor watch parties ahead of Game 703:03 | June 24, 2024
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Harm reduction drug testing pilot program to begin in Alberta
Description
September 26, 2022
The drug toxicity crisis has claimed the lives of thousands of Canadians and Edmonton is currently exploring a service that would test drugs for ingredients like fentanyl and other powerful opioids, with the goal of reducing overdoses. One such program is being piloted by AAWEAR in Calgary, so Kyle Bosch from the organization joined Global News to talk about how it will work.
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