British Columbia is taking legal action against over 40 pharmaceutical companies, seeking compensation for the cost of treating opioid addiction in the province.
The Canadian opioid crisis persists in Hamilton, with rising homelessness, crime, and mortality rates. Efforts include naloxone distribution and a class action lawsuit.
The Canadian opioid crisis has devastating effects and efforts are being made to combat it, including a class-action lawsuit and the use of naloxone.
Calgary is pioneering the development of non-addictive, non-opioid painkillers to combat the opioid crisis in Canada.
Community-led approaches are making a difference in addressing the Canadian opioid crisis, as seen in the case of a BC First Nation taking control of child and family services. Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected by the crisis. Naloxone, a life-saving drug, is being widely distributed to combat overdose. More community-led solutions are needed to effectively tackle the crisis.
The ongoing opioid crisis in Canada is wreaking havoc on public health, social services, and the economy, causing unprecedented levels of overdoses and addictions.
Canada is facing a severe opioid crisis, leading to increased homelessness and crime rates. Healthcare professionals are advocating for proactive measures.
Canadian opioid crisis: Updated treatment guidelines in British Columbia emphasize long-term care strategies and reducing criminal sanctions.
The Canadian opioid crisis in Hamilton has led to a rise in opioid-related deaths, an overwhelmed healthcare system, and increased crime rates. Efforts to combat the crisis are being made through naloxone distribution, supervised consumption sites, and legal action.
Canada’s opioid crisis has devastating effects on families, communities, and society as a whole, causing homelessness, crime, and a surge in the homeless population.
