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… Overview Naloxone is a medicine that reverses the … stop your breathing. This is an emergency. If naloxone is given soon enough, it may save a life. Naloxone comes in a take-home kit you can …
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… the unregulated drug supply can cause opioid poisoning. What is an opioid poisoning? An opioid poisoning (or overdose) happens when a …
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… skin. Blue or purple lips and nails. A limp body. A slow or weak pulse. An overdose is an … skin. Blue or purple lips and nails. A limp body. A slow or weak pulse. An overdose is an …
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… and family. It looks at your school and work, medical problems, and living situation. … of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… new set of responsibilities as they grow into young adults, including the ability to legally … major risks. Fentanyl and other opioids are safe when they are used under medical …
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… and easier access to life-saving medication for opioid-use disorder and same-day care. … reduce the likelihood of harm and encourage healthy behaviours. Visit our Parenting … see HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose . Is the nasal spray …
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… 102a What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health approach to … substances) and drug policy. The aim of harm reduction is to support the health and …
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… Morphine sulfate Oxycodone controlled-release What are the side effects? All … Morphine sulfate Oxycodone controlled-release What are the side effects? All …
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… The term "substance use" refers to the use of drugs or alcohol, and includes substances such … products Tobacco use Quitting smoking (HealthLinkBC File #30c) Risks of alternative … by the Ministry of Health. Here to Help Features personal stories and self-help …
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… to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be concerned … or using substances for positive or social benefits, to having problems with substance … use HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose … What is harm …
