Preventing Accidental Poisoning in Children
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Bailey Allen about preventing accidental poisoning in children and teens.
Bobbi Conner: I'm Bobbi Conner for South Carolina Public Radio with Health Focus at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Our home environment can be a dangerous place when it comes to unintentional or accidental poisoning, especially for young children.
Doctor Bailey Allen, a pediatrician and pediatric resident at MUSC Children’s Health, provides strategies and tips to help reduce this risk.
Accidental Poisoning in Children
Bobbi Conner asked Doctor Allen: "How common is accidental poisoning in children in the United States?"
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.
Author's summary: Preventing accidental poisoning in children requires awareness and strategies.