Table of Contents Opioid overdoses are rising in Canada, and some experts believe the pandemic is to blame. Opioid-related fatalities increased by 96% from 2020 to 2021 alone. This trend has continued into 2022 and 2023. Mixing morphine and alcohol can be even deadlier. Both substances work to depress the brain and body’s functions. They can […]
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Did you know that the number of deaths every day due to opioid overdose is on the rise in Canada? Heroin is an opioid and an incredibly addictive drug that originates from the opium poppy. This plant naturally grows in South and Central America and some parts of Asia. This addictive drug has grown in popularity
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It is no secret that opioid addiction rates are on the rise all over North America. In response, treatment for opioid use disorder is becoming more and more available. However, there are still many people who do not know how this treatment works or where to find it. In this blog post, we will discuss how
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What is an Overdose? A drug overdose or alcohol overdose is a biological response when the body receives too much of a substance or a mix of substances. Sometimes an overdose can be accidental or intentional. Overdoses can occur with drugs, alcohol, prescription medications and other substances. In certain situations, overdoses can be fatal; however,
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Originally Fentanyl was used as an anesthetic until doctors realized how effective it was at relieving pain in small quantities. When in the hands of trained professionals with laboratory-grade equipment, Fentanyl has a broad therapeutic index- a range within which the drug is both practical and safe. Unfortunately, Fentanyl is used in dangerous amounts in
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When you’re in agonizing pain after a medical procedure your only focus is to manage that pain. Usually, doctors will prescribe a form of a painkiller to help you cope with the stress your body is dealing with. Throughout the healing process, your concern is on healing, not the potential negative consequences of medications. The
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Canada is experiencing a devastating opioid epidemic. According to Health Canada, not only is the opioid crisis growing but those aged 15-24 are the fastest-growing population requiring hospital care from opioid overdoses. More than ever, people need access to treatment programs that support opioid detox and tools for a lasting recovery journey. How do I
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According to John Hopkins Medicine, an opioid is a classification of a type of drug that is derived from the opium poppy plant. This class of drug includes the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and morphine. Opioids used as prescription
How do opioids and opiates become addictive? The pathway to opioid use disorder can start from misuse of a prescription or from the illegal purchases made on the street. The truth is anyone who utilizes opioids is at risk of developing an addiction. Opioids hold high addiction probability because of physiological reactions in the central
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