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Press Release, webPOISONCONTROL Upgrades, Oct 2017

October 2017 Press Release: webPOISONCONTROL® Upgrade Provides Expert Online Help for More Poison Exposures

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Valentines Day: Heart Month

Everyday life is full of chances to make mistakes with our medicines. When it comes to heart medicine, too many people cause heartache by taking the wrong medicine, leaving heart medicine where a child can reach it, skipping a check-up to monitor levels of heart medicine and its effects, or treating symptoms with herbal medicines and teas, without checking with your doctor.

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Can Potato Juice Cure Infections?

Potatoes contain vitamin C and other nutrients. Some studies suggest that drinking potato juice may help reduce gastrointestinal distress, but there is no evidence that potato juice is effective in treating infections such as strep throat. Although some social media videos recommend placing potatoes in socks, this practice also has no proven health benefits.

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Help and FAQs about Poison Control 

What is a poison exposure? Toxicologists use the term "poison exposure" instead of "poisoning" to refer to an incident involving a person who swallows or comes in contact with a substance that might be poisonous. Contact could be swallowing, splashed in the eyes or on the skin, breathed in, or injected. 

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No, You Can’t Drink Rubbing Alcohol

Rubbing alcohol is a widely available household product often used to disinfect wounds. It is most commonly 70% isopropyl alcohol. It can be toxic if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. It is flammable and should always be kept away from open flames.

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Antifreeze: Bad for Your Kids and Pets

It is dangerous to swallow antifreeze, even in small amounts. The toxicity of antifreeze develops slowly as the body breaks down the antifreeze (ethylene glycol) into by-products that affect blood chemistry, the nervous system, and the kidneys.

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Side Effects of Ginseng Supplements

"Natural" does not always mean "safe." Like all medicines, herbal products and supplements are expected to have some side effects, and ginseng is no exception. Some side effects are related to the natural toxicity of the plants they come from or from problems in manufacturing.

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Is Chernobyl Safe Today?

While local spikes in radiation have been measured in the region around Chernobyl from soil disturbances due to the conflict in Ukraine, the increases in radiation do not pose any significant health risks for most individuals.

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Halloween Poisoning Prevention

Halloween treats are great. Tricks are not! Go with your children when they trick-or-treat. Look at the goodies before they're eaten. Rinse liquid from glow sticks out of eyes if it's splashed. Drink some water if it's swallowed. And, stick to actual cosmetics meant for the skin when making up.

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Mouthwash: Swish and Spit

Mouthwash freshens your breath and helps maintain oral health. Ingredients vary and can include antimicrobial/antiseptic agents, fluoride, alcohol, sweetener, and a flavoring agent. Although you are meant to swish and spit mouthwash, swallowing a mouthful is not harmful. If you swallow a large amount, you may experience toxicity from alcohol and/or fluoride.

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