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Northern Health issues overdose advisory
Sep 19, 2025 | 8:04 AM
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PRINCE GEORGE — Northern Health has issued an overdose advisory for Prince George.
The health authority notes that people are reporting heavy and prolonged sedation and requiring more naloxone to reverse. Overdoses are happening when the substance is smoked and/or injected.
With that in mind, Northern Health is urging caution and is sharing the following safety tips:
- Get training to prevent, recognize, and respond to an overdose; carry naloxone.
- Don’t use alone, make a plan and use with a trusted person who can call for help if needed.
- If you plan to use alone, use the Lifeguard app available free on the app store or on Toward the Heart website or call NORS (National Overdose Response Service) 1-888-688-6677 (NORS).
- Know your tolerance. If you are sick or had a time of abstinence or reduced use, use much less.
- Don’t mix drugs or mix drugs with alcohol.
- Test a small amount first, start low and go slow.
- Use in an OPS if possible (see Prince George locations listed below).
- Access fentanyl drug checking where available (OPS sites).
- Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number right away if someone overdoses.
