NJ poison control: Children getting sick from marijuana ediblesNJ poison control: Children getting sick from marijuana ediblesMore and more young children are accidentally consuming cannabis edibles, says NJ Poison Control Center. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
Summer poisoning hazards: Know the risksSummer poisoning hazards: Know the risksThe NJ Poison Control Center at Rutgers is gearing up for an increase in calls regarding summer-related poisonings which can all be avoided by taking precautions. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
Dozen of NJ kids hospitalized this year because of these household devicesDozen of NJ kids hospitalized this year because of these household devicesSo far this year, the New Jersey Poison Control Center has sent 11 children to hospitals for swallowing bite-sized coin or button batteries. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
Beware of carbon monoxide dangers if power goes out in a stormBeware of carbon monoxide dangers if power goes out in a stormA near-statewide blackout in Texas due to uncharacteristic cold and snow is driving a major increase in calls to local poison centers.Patrick LaveryPatrick Lavery
More teens abusing or misusing anxiety drugs, study findsMore teens abusing or misusing anxiety drugs, study finds54% of kids between 12 and 18 years old are taking and overdosing on anxiety medications, according to a study coauthored by Rutgers researchers. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
You can get sick at petting zoos — Here’s how to stay safeYou can get sick at petting zoos — Here’s how to stay safeThe NJ Poison Control Center reminds residents to frequently wash hands during visits to petting zoos to avoid getting sick. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo