Recent Rise in Drug Poisonings in Gananoque

Gananoque – Due to the recent surge of drug poisonings in the area, the Gananoque Police Service and Leeds, Grenville, & Lanark Health Unit are urging residents to be cautious when using drugs and take safety precautions, such as:

• If you use alone: download the Brave App or call the NORS Overdose prevention Hotline 1-888- 688-6677 for confidential, nonjudgmental support for you, whenever and wherever you use drugs.
• Try to avoid using alone. Tell someone before you use it and leave the door unlocked so someone can check on you
• When using with someone else, make a plan, don’t use at the same time
• Know your tolerance. Start low, Go slow
• Don’t mix drugs
• Know the quality of the drugs
• Know your health and body
• Carry Naloxone

The National Overdose Response Service has a hotline that provides loving, confidential support for you whenever you use drugs.

If using alone, call NORS before you use drugs. You can connect with people who want to help you stay safe! 1-888-688-6677 or visit: www.nors.ca

Health Unit: Gananoque Service Site 375 William Street South, Gananoque, Ontario Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 8:00 am–4:00 pm (Closed 12:00 pm–1:00 pm)