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Delta-8 THC Poisoning

What is Delta-8 THC? The Cannabis Sativa plant contains hundreds of naturally occurring cannabinoids. The major cannabinoids in the plant…

Pediatric Edible Cannabis Poisoning

What are Cannabis Edibles? A cannabis edible (also called ‘edibles’, ‘marijuana edibles’) is any food or beverage item that contains…

GLP-1 Drug Overdose

What Are GLP-1 Drugs? GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a naturally occurring hormone in the body that plays a crucial…

Acetaminophen Overdose

What is acetaminophen? Acetaminophen is a non-opioid analgesic that is used to treat pain and fever. It is an active…

Water Beads Safety

What are water beads? Water beads are super absorbent polymer balls that are often sold as toys, in craft kits,…

Alcohol Poisoning

Alcohol (beer, wine, and liquor), like any toxin, can have serious, even life-threatening consequences, if you overindulge in it. Alcohol…