While classes have moved online over the last 18 months, the illicit drug supply has become increasingly unpredictable, toxic and more deadly. “The drug supply right now is really adulterated, and it only got worse during the pandemic,” said Samara Mayer, chair of the Vancouver chapter of Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy. This can mean the difference between life and death.”But Ward said recent provincial efforts to curb toxic drug deaths, like new plans for safe supply announced last month, don’t help people who use substances casually or recreationally. Fifteen per cent of toxic drug deaths in B.C. “It sends the message that universities are prioritizing these accessible harm reduction services.”Read more about:

Source: thestar August 16, 2021 23:03 UTC