Preventing Accidental Poisoning in Children
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Bailey Allen, a pediatrician and pediatric resident at MUSC Children’s Health, about preventing accidental poisoning in children and teens.
According to Dr. Allen,
accidental poisoning is actually a really common issue in the United States. We see thousands of ED visits every year for accidental ingestions, and it can lead to a high rate of fatalities.
Bobbi Conner notes that
our home environment can be a dangerous place when it comes to unintentional or accidental poisoning, especially for young children.
Dr. Allen is expected to provide strategies and tips to help reduce this risk.
Author's summary: Preventing poisoning in children is crucial.