Monthly Archives: August 2021
International Overdose Awareness Day
Posted on: Sunday, August 22nd, 2021 under blog500,000. That is approximately how many deaths worldwide are caused by drug use, with more than 30% of those deaths attributable to overdose. In Canada, 6,214 apparent opioid toxicity deaths occurred in 2020 (approximately 17 deaths per day). Drug overdose continues to be a public health crisis in Alberta, where more Albertans are being lost […]
Bullying Among Youth and Its Effects On Mental Health
Posted on: Tuesday, August 10th, 2021 under blogBullying is a prevalent problem in our society, and some even consider it a national emergency. When 47% of Canadian parents report having at least one child who has been a victim of bullying, it makes sense to call this issue an emergency that needs attention. With International Youth Day this week, it is the […]