Public Health Sudbury and Districts is warning of an increase in overdoses in its region.
The health unit says there is a rise in drug poisonings - overdoses - and unexpected reactions to substances in the Sudbury and Manitoulin districts, though the cause is unknown, so it is reminding street drugs could be cut or mixed with dangerous substances such as benzos, fentanyl, or carfentanil, and reports include needing to use multiple doses of naloxone to reverse poisonings.
It urges caution, not using drugs when you're alone - but not using them at the same time as an accompanying friend - and to avoid mixing drugs with other drugs or alcohol - it also recommends carrying a naloxone kit, and - in the case of a suspected overdose - call 9-1-1.