october 10th Flashcards
1
Q
how many people in Canada filled an opioid prescription 2015/16
A
1/7
2
Q
most opioid deaths are from what?
A
fentanyl
3
Q
two main causes of opioid crisis
A
- high rates of opioid perscribinkg
- emergence of strong synthetic opioids in the illegal drug supply
4
Q
target individuals taking opioids
A
- wellness together canada
-national overdose response service
-drug rehab service
-narcotics anonymous…
5
Q
target general public
A
- raise awareness, opioid response training, free naloxone kits and training
6
Q
primary objective of safe consumption sites
A
help prevent overdose deaths, provide healthcare, facilitate entry into addiction treatment programs, reduce spread of bloodborne infections, reduce strain on emergency medicals services
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