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Steady rise in vape product poisonings among kids under 5

The number of cases of vape product-related poisonings reported to America's poison control centers doubled between 2018 and early 2023, a new report finds.

Jun 23, 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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Health informatics

More emergency visits for assault, self-harm reported for incarcerated adults

The proportion of emergency department visits resulting from assault and self-harm is higher among incarcerated adults than among nonincarcerated adults, according to research published in the March 17 issue of the U.S. Centers ...

Mar 17, 2023

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Health

Keep food poisoning at bay this holiday season

A happy holiday can go sour quickly when food poisoning joins the party.

Nov 23, 2022

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Addiction

Hospitalizations for unintentional cannabis poisonings among Canadian children surged after legalization

Canada has seen a 6.3 fold increase in hospitalizations for unintentional cannabis poisoning among children under the age of 10 since the legalization of recreational cannabis, according to a research letter published in ...

Aug 24, 2022

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Beware of cannabis brownies, candies and other treats that appeal to kids

They may look like familiar supermarket treats such as gummy bears, brownies and cookies. But make no mistake: Edible cannabis products are not for kids.

Aug 23, 2022

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It's time to replace your smoke alarm batteries

(HealthDay)—Setting your clocks back an hour this Sunday also means it's time to replace the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says.

Nov 8, 2021

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As the mercury rises, follow these 5 summer survival tips

As the days get longer and the temperature rises, summer is an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities. Following some simple advice can increase the odds you'll surf through the season without so much as a sunburn.

Jun 3, 2021

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Immunology

How summer camps can shield your kids from allergies, asthma & COVID

As kids get ready for summer camp, parents might be fretting about exposure to COVID-19, but a doctors' group says they also need to make sure their campers will be protected from allergy and asthma triggers.

May 10, 2021

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