Public health

The Unforeseen Ripple Effects of Canada’s Opioid Crisis on Indigenous Communities

The opioid crisis in Canada is affecting Indigenous communities, with unforeseen ripple effects such as increased homelessness and crime rates. Evacuations due to wildfires have further exposed the severity of the crisis, as well as the lack of resources like naloxone. Indigenous communities affected by the crisis may benefit from participating in the opioid class action, but the effectiveness of the lawsuit may be hindered by the difficulties faced by these communities. Finding a resolution for the crisis requires addressing the underlying causes of addiction, poverty, and lack of access to healthcare.

Canadian First Nations Support SCOTUS Review of Purdue Bankruptcy

In a pivotal legal juncture that has captured global attention, the U.S. Supreme Court has taken a momentous step by agreeing to review the legality of the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement, a development that could significantly impact the ongoing First Nations Opioid Class Action. This move holds the potential to reshape the trajectory of justice for …

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