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National Poison Prevention Week 2014

More than 1.4 million children get into poisons every year. Preventing poisonings is most important. But, if children do get into a poison, call Poison Control right away. The 24-hour number is 1-800-222-1222.

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Dry Scooping Can Be Life-Threatening

Pre-workout supplements can contain caffeine and other ingredients which can be poisonous when taken in large amounts. Dry scooping, or consumption of undiluted pre-workout powder, can be life-threatening.

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Ancient Shipwreck, Modern Medicine

If you haven't cleaned out your medicine cabinet for a while, you might find some old, old medicines hiding there. But they wouldn't be older than the medicines found at the bottom of the sea, near Italy. It's interesting to link ancient medicines with problems that still bother us today - and with modern treatments for the same problems from years past.

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Is Smelly Urine Anything to Worry About?

The characteristic odor of urine is likely due to the presence of volatile organic compounds, or VOC’s, which are eliminated from the body through the kidneys. Strong urine odors may be related to metabolic conditions, infections, or dehydration.

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Don't Give Herbal Supplements to Infants

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be fed only with breast milk or formula until at least four to six months of age. Children have developed seizures and infections from herbal teas and remedies, lead poisoning and mercury poisoning from traditional remedies, and liver damage from dietary supplements.

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Introduction to the Opioid Epidemic

Opioids are powerful drugs that can relieve pain but also impair breathing, leading to brain injury and death in overdose. The rising number of deaths involving opioids is referred to as the opioid epidemic. People are dying in numbers that exceed the death toll seen during the peak of the AIDS epidemic. Listen to our podcast, Poison!, to learn more.

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My Child Ate a Cannabis Edible

Cannabis edibles are often sweet or savory products that are naturally attractive to young children. Serious and sometimes life-threatening side effects can occur in children who consume cannabis edibles.

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Is Black Plastic Safe?

Black plastic is commonly used in a variety of household products, including kitchenware, food containers, and toys. There has been concern that traces of flame retardant chemicals have been found in these items. At this time, it is unclear if routine use of black plastic products poses a health risk.

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Cleaning Sprays: How Harmful Are They?

Multi-surface cleaners contain a variety of ingredients, some of which cause irritation. If swallowed, they can cause mouth and throat irritation, stomachache, vomiting and diarrhea. Respiratory symptoms include sore throat, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing. Redness, pain, and burning can occur if splashed on skin or in eyes. Drink water and/or rinse eyes and skin following exposure.

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Should I Use a Homeopathic Medicine?

Many people believe homeopathic remedies are safe because they are natural and contain a small amount of active ingredient. However, homeopathic products are not uniformly regulated, and homeopathy is not a standardized medical practice. Inconsistencies in final product formulations and practitioner certifications can lead to dangerous consequences.

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