Opioids

Opioids are natural or synthetic substances used to reduce pain in clinical settings, but are also produced and consumed non-medically. Common opioids include oxycodone, hydromorphone and fentanyl. While they can be an effective part of pain management for some medically supervised patients, opioid-related harms such as addiction and overdose present a significant challenge for public health. This page contains documents and resources related to opioids.

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PHO Webinar: Rocking the Newborn Assessment: A Head-to-Toe Approach

This PHO Webinar will review key components of the newborn history and physical examination, including growth, feeding, development, and common normal variations.

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Updated 22 Jan 2026