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Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Smithers. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation requiring increased amount of Naloxone.
Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation. Initial test results show high concentrations of para-fluorofentanyl (twice as strong as fentanyl).
Expanded hours at the Tumbler Ridge Health Centre will continue into the spring, as the Health Centre becomes the central location for mental health and primary care supports, including those previously being provided at other locations in the community.
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When you think of a dietitian, you might picture someone giving one-on-one advice about food choices. That’s part of the story, but in Northern Health, dietitians fill a variety of roles. Population health dietitians, for example, work at the intersection of food systems, public policy, and community wellness, using evidence-informed strategies to improve health outcomes across the region.