International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day, observed on August 31st, aims to reduce the stigma around drug-related deaths, promote overdose prevention, and encourage action to support those affected by substance use.
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What to Keep in Mind on Overdose Awareness Day
Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 highlights the importance of understanding addiction, reducing stigma, providing access to life-saving naloxone kits, and ensuring individuals struggling with substance use receive support and resources.
Canada’s Growing Opioid EpidemicCounse
Canada’s opioid epidemic, fueled by drugs like fentanyl and oxycodone, has claimed over 9,000 lives in two years, with increasing overdose deaths, highlighting the urgent need for mental health treatment and prevention strategies.