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Carfentanil has been confirmed in the drug supply on Vancouver Island

Community Health Alert posted: 07-Jul-2017 3:09 PM PDT

Carfentanil has been confirmed in the drug supply on Vancouver Island. It is similar to fentanyl but can be 100 times more toxic. Reduce risk by:
• Never using alone
• Starting small
• Carrying naloxone
• Being close to help

For more information on overdose signs, prevention, resources, and to find an Overdose Prevention Service location near you visit: www.viha.ca/mho/overdose.htm

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Nanaimo, BC
Phone: (250) 616-3206
Fax: (250) 756-1430
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Toll-free: 1-877-617-0400
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Clinical Headings: 45
Community Headings: 23
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Val's Valet - companion
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Phone: (250) 741-7970
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Community Headings: 23
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900 Fifth Street
, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5S5
Phone: (250) 740-6115
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