Addressing the Canadian Opioid Crisis: A Guelph Perspective
Guelph’s top story of the week highlights the urgent need to address the opioid crisis, with increasing homelessness and crime rates in the city. The opioid class action brings attention to the responsibility of governments and pharmaceutical companies, but systemic issues and poverty must also be addressed. Collaboration between authorities, healthcare institutions, and social service providers is crucial, as well as amplifying access to naloxone. The fight against the crisis requires immediate action and long-term solutions.