Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has issued a health alert after two suspected deaths from overdoses in the past week.
Public Health said there have been five overdoses over that same time period and cautions that substances may be circulating that are stronger "and or contain substances different than what you're used to."
Reports suggest a mixture of compounds including the circulation of strong opioids, cocaine contaminated with opioids and the presence of benzodiazepines within the drug supply, the alert said.
"Please continue to use the precautions outlined below to reduce your risk of overdose," said Public Health:
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Carry naloxone
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Never use alone. However, it is important to maintain 2 metres distance to protect yourself during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Phone a friend or call the Overdose Prevention Line (1-888-853-8542) to make sure someone is available to check up on you.
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Start low and go slow (e.g., with every new purchase, start with 1/3 of a normal dose)
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Use the Consumption and Treatment Services Site (CTS) supervised by health professionals at Guelph’s Community Health Centre located at 176 Wyndham St. N.
