The Poison Post®
Brought to you by Poison Control Centers
December 2007 Edition
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Only small amounts of antifreeze are dangerous if swallowed. For several hours, everything seems fine. But the body is busy breaking down the antifreeze (ethylene glycol) into a number of substances that affect blood chemistry, nervous system, and kidneys. Learn more...
Just because something is "natural", it isn't necessarily safe to casually eat or use. Originally, all remedies came from nature. Yew is an example of a plant with medicinal value that can be poisonous if eaten. Learn more...
It's not an intriguing or novel hazard, just the persistent, invisible killer: carbon monoxide. Seriously, you still don't have a carbon monoxide alarm in every sleeping area of your home? Get one! Keep fuel-burning appliances in good repair and don't use grills indoors. Learn more...
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Some Aqua Dots® craft sets were contaminated with a chemical that can cause coma and other symptoms. Learn more... 

 
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