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Can Hair Relaxers Cause Cancer?

A hair relaxer is a cream or thick paste that chemically changes the texture of curly hair to make it straighter. If it is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin or eyes, hair relaxers can cause burns.

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Fire Extinguisher Safety

Fire extinguishers, when used properly, are generally safe. However, there is some risk for mild respiratory, skin, or eye irritation. The use of a fire extinguisher in areas with poor air flow, or intentional inhalation of fire extinguishers, can produce serious toxicity that would require medical evaluation.

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My Child Ate a Cigarette!

Nicotine is the main toxic ingredient in cigarettes and cigarette butts; it is very poisonous. Nicotine acts very quickly when swallowed, and the amount contained in just one cigarette butt is enough to poison a child.

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Use DEET Safely

DEET is an insect repellant which helps prevent bites, and illnesses, from mosquitos and ticks. There are rare reports of health problems associated with the use of DEET, but most have been because of using the product incorrectly. The potential risks of West Nile Virus, Lyme disease, and other diseases caused by infected insects surpass the slight risks associated with DEET.

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Dangers of Dirty Water

There are many possible causes of contaminated water including physical, chemical, biological, and radiological agents. While the most common are contaminants that cause gastrointestinal toxicity, damage to other body systems can occur. The most vulnerable groups include infants and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people who are immunocompromised.

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Don't Get Burned by Cement

Cement is used widely. Its high pH makes it corrosive and it can burn the skin, eyes, mouth, and lungs. The best prevention is to avoid or minimize exposure to it.

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The Safety of Hairspray

When used as directed, hairspray is minimally toxic. Unintentional eye contact, inhalation, or ingestion of small amounts of hairspray might produce minor irritating effects. Irritation should improve by rinsing the eyes or mouth or getting fresh air. Deliberately swallowing or inhaling hairspray can be very dangerous.

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An Introduction to Common Tick-borne Diseases

Ticks are experts at feeding on your blood and, in return for your generosity, transmitting disease to you. There are several different kinds of bacterial, viral, and parasitic diseases transmitted by ticks, and tick-borne diseases are on the rise. Prevention is key: do what you can to prevent them from having access to you.

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The Potential Dangers of Disposable E-Cigarettes

Many e-cigarette products have been removed from the U.S. market, but disposable e-cigarettes are still available. Disposable e-cigarettes are not meant to be refilled or recharged, but they can be easily opened using instructions found online. Exposure to the liquid contents of e-cigarettes can result in vomiting, tremors, and even death.

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Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is an infection caused by tick bites. Infected ticks are carried by deer and other outdoor animals. Lyme disease usually causes a rash around the bite. Other early symptoms can include chills, fever, headache, fatigue, and joint pain. Joints, the nervous system, and the heart are sometimes damaged. Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics.

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