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.
Bobbi Conner: Our home environment can be a dangerous place when it comes to unintentional or accidental poisoning, especially for young children. Dr. Allen is here to provide strategies and tips to help reduce this risk.
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.
Author's summary: Preventing accidental poisoning in children requires awareness and strategies.