The Canadian opioid crisis has devastating consequences, disproportionately affecting the homeless and vulnerable population. Initiatives, such as a proposed class action lawsuit and intervention methods, are being implemented to combat the crisis.
B.C. battles pharmaceutical giants in groundbreaking opioid class action lawsuit to combat the Canadian opioid crisis.
Canada’s opioid crisis continues to worsen, with a recent spike in opioid-related poisonings in Brant County. This crisis impacts public health, public safety, and contributes to homelessness. Efforts to combat it include harm reduction services, expanded healthcare, and law enforcement. Legal action is also being taken to hold manufacturers and distributors accountable. This crisis requires collective efforts to create a safer and healthier future.
The British Columbia government is taking legal action against pharmaceutical companies in a bid to address the Canadian opioid crisis.
