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Drug poisoning, overdose advisory issued for Greater Victoria

Similar alerts issued Wednesday for Nanaimo and Campbell River
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Having a naloxone kit on hand is one way to reduce risk from drug poisoning and overdoses. (Black Press Media file photo)

An overdose advisory has been issued for Greater Victoria.

Island Health noted in the Nov. 8 alert that overdoses are increasing in Greater Victoria, prompting the drug poisoning and overdose advisory alert for the community.

Folks using opioids and stimulants face increased risk from injection and inhalation.

Similar advisories were issued Wednesday for Nanaimo and Campbell River.

Call 1-888-885-8824 to connect with mental health and substance use resources.

Black Press Media has also prepared a resource guide filled with Greater Victoria organizations. Find it online here.

READ MORE: Mental health and addiction resource guide



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