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High purity heroin in circulation across Narrm/metro Melbourne, and possibly the Geelong area

There have been multiple reports of very strong gear across all areas of Melbourne, and some from Geelong as well. Symptoms of overdose can include: Try not to use alone! If alone, let someone know you’re going to use, and have a plan in place for what to do if they can’t get in touch with you (e.g., call 000!!)

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Heroin overdose after using cocaine

Warning: One death and two hospitalisations have recently been associated with heroin overdose after use of substances thought to be cocaine across Sydney. Know the risks Effects to look out for Getting help If you or your friends see the warning signs of overdose: Support and advice Take Home Naloxone program Reproduced by permission, NSW Health © 2023

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‘Heroin’ found to contain a potent opioid (‘nitazene’)

Warning: Increased hospitalisations and ICU admissions following use of ‘heroin’ have occurred across the Central Coast region. Testing of the ‘heroin’ found it contained a potent opioid (‘nitazene’). Use of this ‘heroin’ can be life-threatening. Know the risks Effects to look out for Overdose symptoms include slow breathing/snoring, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and skin turning blue or grey. Getting help

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