Risk Associated with Meth in the Community

Hamilton Public Health Services has received information regarding meth samples testing positive for fentanyl and xylazine the week of October 4, 2024.

• Three meth samples tested positive for fentanyl at community drug checking services in Hamilton this week. A crystal meth sample also tested positive for xylazine.
• Community reports have linked two drug poisonings occurring this week to meth containing fentanyl.

Harm Reduction Safer Use Tips

• Careful Use - Test the effect with small amounts first and don’t use alone
  • Call the overdose prevention line (NORS): 1-888-688-6677
  • Use at the Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site and get your drugs checked at 70 James St. S
• Carry Naloxone - To get a FREE naloxone kit & training email [email protected] or visit www.hamilton.ca/naloxone
• Call 911 for every drug poisoning. Perform CPR.