Opioids Account for Nearly Half of Fatal Child Poisonings in U.S., Study Warns
A new study finds that fatal child poisonings due to opioids has increased in recent years, now accounting for more than half of child poison deaths in the U.S.
Tag Archives: Poisoning
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CDC Sees Spike In Child Melatonin Poisoning Incidents
The CDC has seen a rise in child melatonin poisoning incidents reported in recent years as sales of the sleep supplement have skyrocketed.
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“Edible” Cannabis Poisoning Incidents Among Children On The Rise: Study
A new study warns of increasing reports of accidental childhood cannabis exposures as edibles and other manufactured products become legal and more widely available in the U.S.
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COVID-19 Increasing Risks of In-Home Poisonings, CPSC Warns
Unintentional poisonings have increased, particularly among children, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the CPSC urges consumers to follow precautions which could prevent serious illnesses and deaths.
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Hiland Dairy Faces Lawsuit Over Contaminated Chocolate Milk That Caused Burns In Teen Girl’s Throat
A product liability lawsuit claims industrial chemicals which led to a Hiland Chocolate Milk recall led to a teenage girl falling ill and suffering permanent injuries.
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Hand Sanitizer Lawsuit Filed Over Risks From Toxic Wood Alcohol
A class action lawsuit accuses one hand sanitizer manufacturer of selling a potentially poisonous product and of failing to reimburse consumers after it was recalled.
