Northern Health has issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Fort St. John. A pink chunk sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses requiring hospitalization. Overdoses occur when the substance is smoked. Use caution when using substance through any route.
Medetomidine is a non-opioid drug with effects similar to xylazine. It is up to 200 times stronger than xylazine.
Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, has released the following statement on the holiday season:
With New Year’s around the corner, many of us turn our thoughts to resolutions. January 1 can be a springboard for a fresh start, new habits and big goals.
Public health officials are alerting the public to take precautions following an increase in reports of gastrointestinal illness associated with eating raw oysters from British Columbia.
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) has announced that it will now provide reimbursement for a vaccine that offers protection against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). This coverage is effective immediately, ensuring increased protection for both pregnant individuals and their babies.
With the holidays upon us, many of us look forward to spending time with family and friends. Holidays are special, and can mean more visits and gatherings, as well as activities and outings.
Summer vacation is almost over, and that means children will soon be back at school. As kids return to childcare spaces or classrooms, they will be interacting with many more people than they do at home, increasing their chances of being exposed to infectious diseases.
