When Windsor’s first supervised consumption site opened last spring, the team behind it repeatedly stated it would take a while to build the full trust of people who use drugs.
How health workers are fighting the overdose crisis when the drugs are changing, and with the 'zombie' drug tranq that causes horrible flesh wounds showing up on the streets.
A potentially deadly drug is creeping into Ontario’s street drug supply and fueling overdoses. Xylazine, also known as "tranq,” is an animal tranquillizer used in veterinary medicine that is not approved for use in humans the drug can be cut with opioids such as fentanyl.
Aug. 31 is recognized as International Overdose Awareness Day a day for remembering those who have died from overdose and having tough conversations aimed at dispelling stigma. For Lacie Krzemien, those tough conversations are happening everyday.
Windsor’s supervised consumption and treatment site is a step closer to a reality, with health officials announcing a new proposed site in the southwestern Ontario city's downtown.