Original research
by
Beaulac, Melissa et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
In this exploratory analysis, we investigated whether changes in the unregulated opioid drug supply are associated with income assistance payment weeks.
Findings/Key points
These findings suggest that during income assistance payment weeks, there may be more fentanyl and benzodiazepines circulating in the unregulated opioid drug supply. The rise in fentanyl and benzodiazepine-adulterated opioids during income assistance payment weeks may be contributing to the increase in illicit drug overdoses seen during this time of the month.
Design/methods
Data from drug-checking services
Keywords
Overdose
Drug checking
Illegal drugs