Opioid overdose: Poster for use in communities
Organization: Health Canada
Published: 2017
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Know the signs of an opioid overdose
Anyone using opioids can overdose.
Fentanyl and other dangerous substances are being mixed with other drugs.
Signs of an Opioid Overdose
- Blue lips or nails
- Dizziness and confusion
- Can't be woken up
- Chocking, gurgling or snoring sounds
- Slow, weak or no breathing
- Drowsiness or difficulty staying awake
Suspect an Overdose?
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Call 911 or Emergency Services
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Administer naloxone if you have it
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Stay with the person until help arrives
Where to get naloxone:
If you're experiencing emotional distress and want to talk, call the First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line at 1-855-242-3310. It's toll-free and open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Learn more at Canada.ca/Opioids
Together we can #StopOverdoses
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