Drug Alert . An unverified report of crack suspected to contain fentanyl, described as a white rock with bright pink specks in the Halifax Nova Scotia area
Where to Get Help: Overdose Prevention Sites (Supervised places where people can use drugs safely and get help if needed): • ReFIX Halifax: 2151 Gottingen St. (902-209-9370) • PeerSix Sydney: 75 Prince St. (902-567-1766) SOS If someone overdoses: • Call 911 immediately - Tell them someone is unresponsive. • Give naloxone if you have it. More than one dose may be needed if high potency opioids are involved. If there are no opioids, naloxone will be ineffective but will not cause harm - give it anyway. • Stay with them and make sure they can breathe. • If they stop breathing, perform rescue breaths until help arrives. A If benzodiazepines or tranquilizers are involved, naloxone will NOT work (but will not cause harm if used) - emergency medical care is needed. Get Free Naloxone Kits: You can get naloxone for free at most pharmacies and harm reduction programs. Know Your Rights: Under the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act, you cannot be charged for drug possession if you call 911 to help someone overdosing. Do not be afraid to call for help. Submit a drug alert: If you come across suspicious drugs or someone has a bad reaction, you can report it to NSDrugAlert@nshealth.ca. June 4, 2025
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