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Ep 23: "Have you had overdoses lately that you weren't able to revive the person?" - Xylazine with Barbara Ann Horner
Ep 23: "Have you had overdoses lately that you weren't able to revive the person?" - Xylazine with Barbara Ann Horner
Ep 23: "Have you had overdoses lately that you weren't able to revive the person?" - Xylazine with Barbara Ann Horner
Wednesday 24th July 2024
Discover the impact of xylazine in illicit drugs and its devastating effects on First Nations communities with expert Barbara Ann Horner.
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Get the buttons here!The Hidden Dangers of Xylazine: A Conversation with Barbara Ann Horner
Episode Overview
- Xylazine is a dangerous animal tranquiliser found in illicit drugs.
- It causes severe overdoses and life-threatening wounds.
- Education and awareness are crucial in combating its effects.
- Community support and harm reduction strategies are essential.
- The Thunderbird Partnership Foundation is developing a xylazine course.
Have you had overdoses lately that you weren't able to revive the person?
In this episode of Mino Bimaadiziwin, Carol Hopkins welcomes Barbara Ann Horner for an essential discussion on xylazine, a dangerous animal tranquiliser increasingly found in illicit drugs. Xylazine, also known by street names like 'trank' and 'zombie drug', is causing severe overdoses and life-threatening wounds among First Nations communities. Barbara Ann, a seasoned expert in trauma-based addiction counselling and harm reduction, shares her frontline experiences and the urgent need for education and awareness around this drug.
She recounts her conversations with drug users who unknowingly consume xylazine-laced substances, leading to unrevivable overdoses and severe health complications. The episode highlights the devastating effects of xylazine, including rapid onset of deep wounds and amputations due to poor healing. Barbara Ann stresses the importance of community education, safer spaces, and harm reduction strategies to combat these issues. The conversation also touches on the human side of drug use, challenging societal judgments and emphasising compassion and support for those affected.
The Thunderbird Partnership Foundation is developing a comprehensive xylazine course to educate communities on recognising signs, assessing risks, and implementing harm reduction strategies. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of xylazine and its impact on Indigenous communities. Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation that blends professional insights with heartfelt personal experiences.