Community Warning - 3 deaths and 10 overdoses

By Richard Coffin

The Nipissing Parry Sound District Health Unit has issued a community drug alert.  

“Between February 23 and March 8, 2025, there were ten reported overdoses in the Districts of Nipissing and Parry Sound involving opioids,” states the community warning on the Health Unit’s website.  “Of the ten overdoses, three resulted in death.” 

Officials say six of the overdoses involved fentanyl, and naloxone was administered in all six cases. 

They say if you use opioids: 

• Start with a smaller amount 
• Call 911 if your high feels unusual 
• Pick up free naloxone and drug testing kits at the Health Unit 
• Don’t use drugs alone. Use with someone you trust