In surveying the current COVID-19 information landscape, one thing is very apparent—the amount of information is overwhelming. The public is constantly bombarded with an excess of information (regarded as an infodemic) that can be hard to navigate. Additionally, most scientific papers are dense and difficult for the public to access, posing another challenge for individuals...

Illicit drug overdose is one of the top 10 causes of death in British Columbia1, and the province declared a state of emergency due to the overdose crisis in 20162. Data from 2019 showed optimistic indications of the crisis being under control, however, the COVID-19 pandemic threatens to roll back any progress that may have...