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Overdose is preventable: know the signs

There were more than 2,800 opioid-related deaths in Ontario in 2021. To combat this crisis, CMHA MPS joins individuals and organizations in recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day (IAOD) on August 31. IAOD aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death.

An overdose is a toxic amount of one or more substances that stop the body from working properly. Signs of opioid overdose include:

CMHA Ontario has developed a free, easy-to-understand resource to help identify the signs of an opioid overdose and how to deliver life-saving naloxone.

CMHA MPS offers numerous counselling services including our Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) clinic, withdrawal management services, and youth addiction services. As well, free harm reduction supplies, including Naloxone kits and Naloxone training are offered at the Bracebridge, Parry Sound and Sundridge locations.

The use of unregulated street drug supply increases risk as these substances are highly toxic with potent opioids that cause accidental fatal overdoses. CMHA supports safer opioid supply approaches in Ontario. Learn more about safer supply here.

If you or someone you care about wants help for changing their drug use, help is available. Contact CMHA MPS or call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600.

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