Accountability

Indigenous communities in Canada are facing the devastating impacts of the opioid crisis, leading to an urgent meeting by First Nations leaders in Ottawa.

The opioid crisis in Canada continues to have far-reaching effects, particularly within indigenous communities, highlighting systemic inequities. Efforts are being made to combat the crisis, but addressing underlying systemic issues is crucial for a holistic solution. #OpioidCrisis #IndigenousCommunities

The Canadian opioid crisis is hitting Wetaskiwin and Maskwacis hard, with one of the highest rates of opioid overdoses in Alberta. Efforts are being made to combat the crisis.

Canada’s opioid crisis is devastating First Nations communities, leading to homelessness and crime. Chief Allan Adam is working on preventive measures and harm reduction strategies to combat the crisis.

Learn about Saskatchewan’s approach to combating the opioid crisis with opioid substitution therapy, naloxone distribution, and participation in the opioid class action.

The opioid crisis in Canada demands attention due to increasing deaths, homelessness, and crime. Naloxone kits and legal actions offer temporary relief.

Piikani Nation declares state of emergency over opioid crisis in Canada, highlighting devastating consequences and need for immediate help. #OpioidCrisis #Canada

Piikani Nation, a community in Canada, has declared a state of emergency due to fatal opioid poisonings. The crisis has led to increased overdoses and crime rates, as well as impacting vulnerable community members and children. The community has taken steps to combat the crisis, but additional resources and funding are needed. Canada is also exploring a national opioid class action to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable. The crisis highlights the need for a collective effort to address the issue and its socio-economic implications.

A new Canadian study reveals that people with opioid addictions are 61% less likely to die if treated with naloxone alongside therapy. #opioidcrisis #addictiontreatment

Learn about the Canadian opioid crisis and the guidance for mitigating the risks of prescribing opioids in this informative article.