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, 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: Dr. Bailey Allen discusses accidental poisoning prevention in children.
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