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Toxic drug deaths in British Columbia fell 13% in 2024, but fentanyl remains the main cause.
In British Columbia, toxic drug deaths saw a 13% decrease in 2024, reaching a four-year low of 2,253 deaths.
The decline is consistent with trends seen in Canada and internationally, but fentanyl remains the leading cause, detected in 78% of expedited tests.
The majority of victims were adults aged 30 to 59, and nearly three-quarters were male.
Health Minister Josie Osborne acknowledged the reduction but emphasized the ongoing grief experienced by families and communities.
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Las muertes por drogas tóxicas en Columbia Británica cayeron un 13% en 2024, pero el fentanilo sigue siendo la causa principal.