A drug poisoning overdose advisory has been issued for Greater Victoria.
There has been an increase in drug poisoning indicators for the region, prompting the alert to be issued on Wednesday (Sept. 13) by Island Health.
Community members using opioids and stimulants face an increased risk from injection and inhalation, warned the health authority.
Please Share: A #DrugPoisoning Advisory has been issued for #GreaterVictoria.
— Island Health (@VanIslandHealth) September 13, 2023
Visit our #OverdosePrevention Services page at https://t.co/tGOQyd7wS5 to find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more. pic.twitter.com/0qVOfEy3xS
For more information, go to towardtheheart.com/alerts or call 1-888-885-8824 for information on mental health, substance use and harm reduction services.
