The Waterloo Region Integrated Drugs Strategy (@DrugStrategyWR) has tweeted an alert about four suspected drug overdose/poisoning related deaths.
"Carry Naloxone and stay safe, the CTS is open at 150 Duke St. West," the Tweet continues.
The full alert reads:
"From February 22nd to 26th four suspected drug overdose/poisoning related deaths occurred in Waterloo Region. One suspected drug overdose/poisoning death was related to red or 'red-rainbow' coloured fentanyl.
IF SOMEONE OVERDOSES:
- 1. Call 911.
- 2. Administer naloxone if an opioid drug overdose/poisoning is suspected.
- 3. Perform rescue breathing and/or chest compressions.
- 4. Do not give any other substance(s) because this can make the drug overdose/poisoning worse.
- 5. If no improvements, continue to give naloxone 2-3 minutes apart until paramedics arrive.
- 6. If you have to leave the person unattended, put them in the recovery position.
IF USING SUBSTANCES:
- Never use substances alone. If using with a friend, do not use at the exact same time or use the National Overdose Response Service (NORS) at 1-888-688-6677.
- Try a small amount first and use less drugs when your tolerance may be lower.
- Avoid mixing substances – do not use other downers (e.g. benzos, alcohol, and other opioids).
- Have naloxone ready and know how to use it.
- Use at the Consumption & Treatment Services (CTS) site at 150 Duke Street West (Open 7 days a week, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., 8:30 p.m. last call).
- Anyone who is involved in a drug overdose/poisoning including the person needing help and anyone at the scene is protected from simple possession charges if you call 911 by the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act.
