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Marijuana Edibles
With a majority of states having the ability to host medical marijuana dispensaries, the increased availability comes with a heightened risk of accidental ingestion among children as these products are cleverly marketed and aim to entice. In its edible form, products laced with marijuana include candies, pastries, cookies, and...
E-Cigarettes and Vaping
In recent years, the use of e-cigarettes (e-cigs) has risen dramatically. According to the 2017 National Youth Tobacco Survey, a staggering 11.7 % of high school students have reportedly used an e-cig product, compared to a mere 1.5% of students reporting usage in 2011. These figures mirror similar findings...
Severe bleeding linked to synthetic cannabinoid use
OUTBREAK RECOMMENDATIONS
The CDC, local health departments, and local poison control centers are actively investigating more than 100 cases of severe bleeding among people who have used synthetic cannabinoids.
The first case was reported in Illinois on March 10, 2018, and several other states have reported cases.
If you have purchased a...
The Dangers of Fentanyl
Many questions still remain about the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Prince in April 2016. However, a report released by the Midwest Medical Examiner’s office concluded that the singer died from an overdose of the opioid fentanyl.
Fentanyl is a potent, synthetic opioid analgesic, with a rapid onset and...
The Dangers of Flakka
Use of a dangerous synthetic cathinone drug called alpha-pyrrolidinopentiophenone (alpha-PDP), popularly known as “Flakka,” is surging in Florida and is also being reported in other parts of the country, according to news reports. In some parts of the country, it is also called “gravel” because of its white crystal...
Prescription Drug Abuse Up Sharply In Youth
Recently sheriff’s deputies were called to a school because a 12 year old child was passing out methadone pills to another student.
The child confirmed swapping parent’s prescription pills was common in school. Parents and teachers need to realize any narcotic drug in the hands of youngsters is potentially life...
The Dangers of Synthetic Marijuana
Despite current laws, Synthetic Marijuana remains a concern. Street names include K2, Spice, and No More Mr. Nice Guy, to name a few. Even though these drugs are called synthetic marijuana, in reality, they are very different from marijuana and can cause dangerous health effects. One of the scariest...
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