FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #MountWaddington area
Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #Nanaimo
Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #CampbellRiver.
Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #Victoria
Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #Cowichan. Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning Overdose Advisory has been issued for #Nanaimo.
Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FNHA retweeted
Northern Health and @fnha have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Smithers. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation requiring increased amount of Naloxone.
For more information, see: stories.northernhealth.ca/ne…
For information on other overdose prevention resources, see: northernhealth.ca/health-top…
FNHA retweeted
Northern Health and @fnha have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation. Initial test results show high concentrations of para-fluorofentanyl (twice as strong as fentanyl).
For more information, see: stories.northernhealth.ca/ne…
For information on other overdose prevention resources, see: northernhealth.ca/health-top…
FNHA retweeted
PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning/Overdose Advisory has been issued for Victoria. Find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more: ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF
FYI for those in the Fraser Valley area and affected by recent flooding conditions.
Southern regions of British Columbia are currently experiencing flooding and travel disruptions as a powerful atmospheric river brings record-breaking rainfall.
Learn how you can stay safe and informed: bit.ly/456fXfj
FYI for those in the Northwest region of Northern Health.
Northern Health and @fnha have issued a drug advisory for the Northwest region of Northern Health. Several “Down” samples submitted for drug checking have tested positive for Medetomidine.
Medetomidine is a non-opioid sedative which can cause an increase in complex overdose events and fatal overdose. Drugs containing Medetomidine can cause deep and prolonged sedation with very low or no pulse.
Overdose symptoms may require multiple doses of naloxone or may not respond to naloxone.
Increased risk of overdose through smoking, injection, or snorting.
For more information, see: stories.northernhealth.ca/ne…
For information on other overdose prevention resources, see: northernhealth.ca/health-top…
A Flood Warning is in effect for the Sumas River, Lower Fraser tributaries (including Chilliwack, Skagit & Coquihalla Rivers), and surrounding areas near Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope, and east through Manning Park.
Stay up to date on flooding status: bit.ly/3KUHd9N
FNHA retweeted
Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority are issuing a Drug Alert for the Northern Region. A purple paste/sample sold as ‘down’ has tested positive for fentanyl, benzos, and medetomidine. This sample has been linked to overdose events.
For more information, see: stories.northernhealth.ca/ne…
For information on other overdose prevention resources, see: northernhealth.ca/health-top…
Wildfires are causing evacuation alerts across the province, including in some First Nations communities.
Find out where wildfire alerts are being issued: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
Air quality warnings are in effect across many regions of BC.
Find out where air quality warnings are being issued near you: aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca
FNHA retweeted
The Real-Time Virtual Support program improves access to health care for rural, remote & First Nations communities by connecting people with health providers when & where they need it most: ow.ly/YAZP50Wy9F5 @RCC_bc @fnha @ubcemed @KHo8888
FNHA retweeted
The Tsunami Advisory for all Tsunami Notification Zones in #BC has been CANCELLED. More info: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/ev…. #BCTsunami
FYI read, share and know your zone.
For Tsunami Notification Zones A, B, C, & D currently under Tsunami Advisory:
• Stay out of the water. DO NOT go to the shore to observe currents or waves
• Avoid low-lying coastal areas, harbors, marinas & beaches until emergency officials say it is safe
• Monitor for updates & follow instructions from local authorities: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/ev… #BCTsunami
ALT Tsunami Advisory for BC coast includes Zone A: North Coast and Haida Gwaii, Zone B: Central Coast and Northeast Vancouver Island coast including Kitimat, Bella Coola, and Port Hardy, Zone C: West Coast of Vancouver Island from Cape Scott to Port Renfrew, Zone D: Juan de Fuca Strait from Jordan River to Greater Victoria (including the Saanich Peninsula).
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“Half the people don’t have vehicles… But you’re right here. That makes a difference.”
Rita from Katzie First Nation shares how close-to-home access made kidneycheck.ca possible.
BC program in partnership with @fnha.
🔗Read: bit.ly/45MIAQ6
#kidneyhealth
