182 people died from toxic drugs in British Columbia in April, with over 14,500 deaths linked to the crisis since April 2016.
182 people lost their lives to toxic drugs in April in British Columbia, bringing the total deaths linked to the crisis since April 2016 to over 14,500. The British Columbia Coroners Service reported a 24% decrease in deaths compared to April 2023, but warned that the risks posed by unregulated drugs remain high. Fentanyl continues to drive overdoses, with 82% of toxicological tests showing its presence.
June 06, 2024
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