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What is Lead Poisoning?

What is Lead Poisoning?

There are many sources of lead poisoning, including environmental and occupational causes. Poisoning is usually due to lead ingestion or inhalation. Lead poisoning causes multi-organ toxicity, especially of the nervous system and kidneys. If lead concentrations in the blood are high, chelating drugs can be given to reduce the burden of lead in the body.


How Venomous are Cottonmouth Snakes?

How Venomous are Cottonmouth Snakes?

Cottonmouth snakes are a type of venomous pit viper found in the South East US. They are semiaquatic and are found near water, which is why they are also referred to as water moccasins. Cottonmouths prefer to leave you alone, but occasionally do bite. The most common symptoms of a cottonmouth bite are pain and swelling of the affected area, which may need treatment with antivenom.


Tripping on Shrooms: What Does the Science Tell Us?

Tripping on Shrooms: What Does the Science Tell Us?

Magic mushrooms contain psilocybin and psilocin, which cause hallucinations, euphoria, altered time and space perception, intensified emotions and spiritual experiences. An overdose is unlikely but adverse effects of usual doses include panic reactions, psychosis, flashbacks, recurring visual disturbances, and drug interactions related to the neurotransmitter serotonin.


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Krista Osterthaler is the Director of External Affairs for the National Capital Poison Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and accredited poison control center in Washington, DC. In her current role, Krista is responsible for communications and development activities for the center and webPOISONCONTROL.



Well Water Safety

Well Water Safety

Water from a private well can be threatened by numerous contaminants, either naturally or due to human activities. Many contaminants can have detrimental health effects. While the Safe Drinking Water Act ensures the safety of public water supply systems, the responsibility for ensuring the quality and safety of private well water falls on the owner.


What you should know about sertraline (Zoloft)

What you should know about sertraline (Zoloft)

Sertraline is an antidepressant that works in the brain to alter the activity of serotonin, a chemical that helps regulate mood. Side effects of sertraline are frequently mild and include weight loss and drowsiness. However, because it interacts with many other medications as well as alcohol, sertraline must be used with caution.


What Happens When You Drink Bleach?

What Happens When You Drink Bleach?

Household bleach is used for cleaning and disinfecting and can also be used in “bleach baths” as a medical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Swallowing, inhaling, or injecting bleach can cause serious medical problems.


Automatic toilet bowl cleaner: Safe to use?

Automatic toilet bowl cleaner: Safe to use?

Automatic toilet bowl cleaners contain anionic and nonionic detergents which cause stomachache, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested. Regular toilet bowl cleaners are more toxic, since the ingredients can cause burns of the digestive tract, skin, and eyes. Combining bleach with toilet bowl cleaners will form toxic fumes that cause respiratory symptoms and skin and eye irritation.


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