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Public Health Warns of Toxic Opioid Supply After Fifth Overdose Death of Summer

The suspected fatal overdose, along with three non-fatal drug poisonings, took place between Aug. 3 and 6, 2024.

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Aug 08, 2024
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MEDIA RELEASE

Grey Bruce Public Health has been notified of another suspected fatal opioid poisoning in the area – the fifth since the start of summer – that again highlights the increasing toxicity of the local unregulated drug supply and importance of following harm reduction strategies.

The suspected fatal overdose, …

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