The doctor is in. Hedy Fry on COVID-19 and the opioid crisis

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The doctor is in. Hedy Fry on COVID-19 and the opioid crisis

FromUncommons with Nate Erskine-Smith

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Apr 22, 2020

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Dr. Hedy Fry, Liberal MP for Vancouver Centre, has been a pioneer in the fight to treat drug use as a health issue. She speaks with Nathaniel about how COVID-19 exacerbates the realities of vulnerable populations, how B.C. is taking steps to address a contaminated drug supply, and her passion for the Charter and for life in politics.

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Apr 22, 2020

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