Drug Alert: WINNIPEG — Sat. March 23, 2024

DATE: Saturday, March 23, 2024

LOCATION: Winnipeg

SUBSTANCE NAME(S): Down

VISUAL DESCRIPTION: Orange and yellow in colour

DETAILS:  One very bad reaction where a MOPS participant had seizure, mouth foam and breathing trouble. Oxygen and 2 shots of naloxone required. EMS were called and the person was OK in the end.

LINK TO PHOTO: 2023_03_23_orange_yellow_down.jpg

If you are using substances, please:

  • Use with a friend and stagger your use
  • Start low and go slow
  • Have and know how to use naloxone

If you are using alone, consider calling a friend or the NORS line at 1-888-688-NORS so they can spot you.

If you are experiencing grief from losing loved ones to drug toxicity, please know you are not alone. If you need to talk to someone, please call the crisis line at Klinic: 204-786-8686 or toll free 1-888-322-3019

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