Fake Prescriptions Surge in Alberta | Vancouver News

Pharmacists in Alberta are sounding the alarm over a surge in fake prescriptions, with numbers already hitting 132 in just the first half of this year — up from 188 last year and 149 the year before. These sophisticated forgeries, often sent via fax or using stolen pads, are targeting drugs like oxycodone and fentanyl, and organized crime appears to be behind the rise. Police are urging every pharmacy to report even failed attempts, as Calgary alone saw a 25% jump in reports. With criminals constantly adapting, pharmacists are banding together online to share intel and stay one step ahead — protecting patients while battling a growing threat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e5c51cf3c8346db