Lakelands Public Health has issued a drug alert due to a high number of suspected drug poisonings reported in Haliburton County.
Officials say the substances of concern is suspected to be opioids.
Health Officials say it is important to be aware that the unregulated drug supply may be contaminated with other substances. Naloxone should be used in suspected overdoses, due to the possibility of opioid contamination or poising, and multiple does of naloxone may be required.
Warning signs of an overdose include:
- small pupils
- slow or stopped breathing
- cold and clammy skin
- blue or grey lips.
- snoring or gurgling
- heavy sedation, difficulty being woken up
Officials are reminding residents to call 911 immediately if they witness a drug poisoning or overdose.
For more information visit lakelandsph.ca.
