Substance Use

Situation Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) notes that the number of suspected drug-related deaths in the last three weeks is higher than normal. These suspected drug-related deaths are not necessarily opioid related. Our confirmed opioid overdose emergency room visit data has not indicated a spike. Issue There may be increased toxicity Read more…

Situation Northwestern Health Unit has been notified that Xylazine has been found locally in the unregulated drug supply. Xylazine is not approved for human use and is typically used by veterinarians for pain relief, sedation, and muscle relaxation of large animals (referred to as horse tranquilizer). Issue Xylazine can lead Read more…