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Apetamin: Using this illegal weight-gain product can bring tragic results
U.S. regulators are urging Americans to avoid Apetamin, an illegal drug used for weight gain and figure enhancement.
May 2, 2023
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Devastating tornadoes leave hazards in their wake: Tips to stay safe
Tornadoes bring with them many dangers, but perhaps not so evident are the risks from colorless and odorless carbon monoxide (CO) from generators used to temporarily restore power.
Apr 4, 2023
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Report finds big rise in U.S. carbon monoxide deaths
A new report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reveals deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning are increasing in the United States.
Mar 30, 2023
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Don't feel the burn: Stay safe from heat injuries
In 2021, U.S. emergency rooms treated more than 193,000 burn injuries caused by an array of products, ranging from cooking devices to fireworks and space heaters.
Feb 13, 2023
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Pediatrics
More than 10,000 children's robes sold on Amazon, plus thousands of pajamas recalled for fire risk
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of more than 10,000 children's robes, as well as thousands of children's pajamas and lounge pants for potential fire risk.
Feb 6, 2023
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Asthma study sparks debate about safety of cooking with gas
New research that links cooking with natural gas to around 12 percent of childhood asthma cases has sparked debate about the health risks of kitchen stoves, as well as calls in the United States for stepped-up regulation.
Jan 12, 2023
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Shopping Black Friday for TVs, furniture? Don't forget the tip-over kit
That new television, cabinet or appliance you're looking to snag on Black Friday or Cyber Monday could bring unexpected dangers to your home.
Nov 23, 2022
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The tragedy of sudden infant death syndrome: A pediatrician explains how to protect your baby
Each year, about 3,400 U.S. infants die suddenly and unexpectedly while sleeping, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On Oct. 12, 2022, SciLine interviewed Dr. Rachel Moon, professor of pediatrics ...
Nov 17, 2022
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Ask the pediatrician: How can children stay safe on the way to school?
Q: How old should kids be before biking or walking to school, and what are some tips to help keep them safe?
Sep 2, 2022
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New study finds battery-related injuries in children more than doubled in recent decade
Pediatric battery-related emergency department (ED) visits have increased considerably in the last decade, particularly among children five years old and under, according to a new study published today in Pediatrics by a ...
Aug 29, 2022
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