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Alerts
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VCH - Drug Alert - VancouverJune 12, 2026 • Posted by Vancouver Coastal Health
***Drug Alert - Vancouver - June 11 - July 19, 2026***
VCH has issued a drug alert.
FIFA World Cup 2026 has started with Vancouver’s first game scheduled for tomorrow. Toxic drugs are circulating. Don’t use alone, carry naloxone and watch for road closures and other disruptions.
Check your drugs: https://www.vch.ca/en/service/drug-checking
Tell friends and visitors to sign up for Toxic Drug Alerts by texting JOIN to 253787 (ALERTS). For more information, go to: https://www.vch.ca/en/health-topics/harm-reduction
