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What is Colloidal Silver? Is it Safe?

While colloidal silver has been promoted as an alternative or folk remedy, there is no evidence that it is effective. It can cause significant toxicity, particularly with long term use. 

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Trichinosis: Beware of Worms

Trichinosis is a parasitic infection caused by roundworms. It results from eating raw or undercooked game meat or pork infected with the parasite larvae. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, weakness, fatigue, itchy skin, and muscle/joint pain. Symptoms can last months to years. Treatment can include antiparasitic drugs, pain killers, and steroids.

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Too Much Tacrine?

Tacrine (Cognex) was the first drug approved by the FDA for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Cholinesterase inhibitor drugs like tacrine improve the symptoms of the disease and increase quality of life but do not cure or reverse Alzheimer’s disease. Newer cholinesterase inhibitors are safer and have replaced tacrine.

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Cosmetic Powders: On the Face of It

Face makeup is loose or pressed powder containing silica, talc, and other ingredients. Blush and bronzer contain pigments to make skin look flushed or tan. Face powders are usually safe but can be irritating for people with sensitive skin. Loose powder poses a risk of lung injury if inhaled.

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How Much Caffeine is Safe?

Symptoms of caffeine overdose can be mild (shaky hands, stomach upset) to severe (high blood pressure, seizures, coma). Caffeine is found in traditional sources (coffee, tea, chocolate, soda) and many new sources (energy drinks, foods with added caffeine). Children are taking in more and more caffeine, but we don't know how much is safe for children.

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Medical Marijuana Poisoning in Kids

Medical marijuana is sometimes prescribed for patients with HIV/AIDS, seizure disorders, cancer, severe pain, and severe nausea. The active chemical is usually stronger than in the marijuana plant. There are no regulations for child-safe storage of medical marijuana products; young children have been seriously poisoned by swallowing medical marijuana.

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Press Release, Flameless Tea Candle Dangers

December 2016 Press Release: Test shopping reveals flameless or tea candles that pose extreme danger for children

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Are Cleaning Wipes Safe?

Cleaning wipes are available for a variety of surfaces. Since they are meant to be used with bare hands, they are mostly water and are not commonly associated with toxicity.

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Food Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment, and Causes

There are many possible causes of food poisoning: bacteria, viruses, pesticides, natural toxins, molds, parasites, and more. There are so many types of food poisoning that there are many possible symptoms. Food poisoning is especially dangerous for infants, young children, elderly people, and those with chronic health conditions or weak immune systems.

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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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