Sask. Firefighters Are Responding to More Overdose Calls — and It's Taking a Toll

Sask. firefighters are responding to more overdose calls — and it's taking a toll

With almost 1,100 drug overdose calls so far this year as of mid-May, Saskatoon firefighters are feeling the toll of the opioid crisis. The problem isn't unique to the city, leading to calls for better support for first responders.

Fine spearheads measure to fortify opioid overdose reporting

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Laura Fine passed a measure in the Senate that helps people struggling with substance abuse and mental health challenges by strengthening reporting standards for overdoses. “Thousands of Illinoisans face opioid overdoses every year – more than motor vehicle accidents and homicides,” said Fine (D-Glenview). “The opioid crisis has taken lives and a sense of security in our communities, which is why it is critical to ini…