News tagged with button batteries
Tiny batteries pose growing threat to kids
(HealthDay)—As the use of small button batteries has become more widespread to power devices such as toys, watches and hearing aids, more young children have swallowed them, resulting in choking and even ...
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Aug 30, 2012 |
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Study finds number of battery-related emergency department visits by children more than doubles
In today's technology-driven world, batteries, especially button batteries, are everywhere. They power countless gadgets and electronic items that we use every day. While they may seem harmless, button batteries ...
Pediatrics
May 14, 2012 |
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Swallowing 'button batteries' can lead to serious injuries or death
(Medical Xpress) -- Small, coin-sized batteries can cause serious health problems and can even lead to death if swallowed by children, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt wants to educate parents ...
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Sep 30, 2011 |
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