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Montreal’s public health authority reports eight confirmed deaths from carfentanil, a deadly synthetic opioid sneaking into street drugs disguised as fentanyl. Even microgram amounts can be fatal, and fatalities may rise as lab results roll in. Overdose calls are surging as users unknowingly ingest lethal mixtures with sedatives that amplify the drug’s danger. Experts urge never to use alone, always carry naloxone, and start with a tiny dose—because potency is unpredictable. If someone overdoses, act fast: administer naloxone, then call 911 immediately. Supervised consumption sites and drug-checking services offer safer alternatives, though carfentanil may slip through tests. And remember—the Good Samaritan Law protects those who help during an overdose. This is a life-or-death situation demanding urgent, informed action.

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