Calls for more education, less stigma as report shows toxic drugs the leading cause of death in B.C. youth

Illicit toxic drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death among youth in B.C., according to figures from the provincial coroner, prompting urgent calls from parents and experts for more government action on the crisis.

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