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Most toxic drug deaths in British Columbia are now from smoked drugs: coroner’s service
Description
October 9, 2022
Across Canada, 21 people are dying every day due to toxic drugs and overdoses. For years British Columbia has been the epicenter of that crisis but now statistics show there is a disturbing new trend – overdoses from smoked drugs are on the rise. Neetu Garcha explains the new challenges that poses for advocates who want to help.
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Most toxic drug deaths in British Columbia are now from smoked drugs: coroner’s service
Description
October 9, 2022
Across Canada, 21 people are dying every day due to toxic drugs and overdoses. For years British Columbia has been the epicenter of that crisis but now statistics show there is a disturbing new trend – overdoses from smoked drugs are on the rise. Neetu Garcha explains the new challenges that poses for advocates who want to help.
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