Northern Health & First Nations Health Authority note an increase in drug overdoses in Fort St. John.
The ODs are linked to stimulant use causing deep sedation requiring hospitalization and lengthy monitoring.
"This is a general overdose alert, substances circulating in the Northeast region are very toxic. Please take care and share this alert widely," say officials.
Northern Health recommends your safety getting overdose prevention, recognition, and response training; carry naloxone, not using alone, and knowing your tolerance. If you are sick or had a time of abstinence or reduced use, use much less
"Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number right away if someone overdoses."
