Tag: drugs
Durham Region fights back against ongoing opioid crisis
A local councillor says he has a plan to help with the opioid crisis – but it’s taking longer than expected.
“We’re well aware that...
Harm reduction encourages the safe use of drugs
Harm reduction doesn’t encourage people to take drugs but gives them proper knowledge to avoid overdosing, according to Kristyn Davies, an intern with the...
Marijuana should be the gateway to further legalization
Justin Trudeau has announced his government will not legalize any other drugs after marijuana. This is a mistake. The principles for legalizing marijuana apply...
Fentanyl: A silent epidemic in Durham Region
Recreational drug users in Durham have something new to worry about. Durham Regional Police Services warn users the drugs they are consuming may now...
The alarming use of alcohol and drugs as a stress relief...
College is stressful for students with many turning to alcohol and drugs for relief.
“The biggest stress factor is the workload, many students can’t keep...
A prescription for controversy: Puffs or pills?
Excruciating pain radiated through Maria Caporusso’s abdomen. The doctors had no answers. At 16-years-old, Ajax resident Caporusso, was suffering from a chronic pain that...
Extreme Partying, X-Treme Risks
Hard drug usage is not a problem within the residences at Durham College and UOIT. At least according to Marc Athanas, the Residence Life...
