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Experts predict there will be more deaths from opioid overdoses this summer. Knowing the facts saves lives:

  • On average, 20 people die from an opioid overdose every day in Canada.
  • Even experienced opioid users are at risk of ODing.
  • Naloxone is safe to give to anyone suspected of overdosing. 🤱👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
  • Naloxone does NOT encourage drug use.
  • Naloxone only works for up to 2 hours, after that, the person is at risk of ODing again.
  • The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act provides some legal protection for anyone seeking help during an OD 👨‍⚖️
  • Having drugs on your skin or clothes won’t make you OD

If you use drugs this summer, use safely. Check out these resources for safe usage tips 👇

Sources: https://tinyurl.com/SUFOverdose

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