Distribution of free Naloxone kits skyrockets in Quebec
In six years, the number of Naloxone kits for opioid overdoses distributed in Quebec pharmacies has jumped from fewer than 7,000 a year to 78,000.
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In six years, the number of Naloxone kits for opioid overdoses distributed in Quebec pharmacies has jumped from fewer than 7,000 a year to 78,000.
This fall, about half of Quebecers over 70 have not yet been vaccinated or made an appointment to do so.
Quebec pharmacists are reminding people eligible for vaccination to consider doing so amid a rise in cases of respiratory viruses and overflowing hospital emergency rooms.
As the fall approaches, some experts are concerned about the rate of COVID-19 transmission in Montreal. The spread of the virus can be tracked through rapid tests. Here's what you need to know on where to find them.
COVID-19 rapid tests are no longer freely available to everyone in pharmacies in Quebec as of today. Pharmacies will charge $20 per test.