Is it a poison? Find hazards by season

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Autumn
- Autumn Seniors Adults Teens Food and drink
  Autumn Seniors Adults Teens Food and drink
  Toxic squash syndrome: If it’s bitter, it’s not dinner
  Toxic squash syndrome is caused by eating gourds that contain high levels of cucurbitacin. These squashes look and smell normal, but taste very bitter. Toxicity occurs when a very small amount of high-cucurbitacin squash is ingested. Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, which may lead to dehydration, low blood pressure, fast heart rate, headache, and dizziness. Treatment includes taking oral or intravenous fluids.
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- Summer Autumn Toddlers Elementary Pet hazards Insects and spiders Outdoor and garage hazards
  Summer Autumn Toddlers Elementary Pet hazards Insects and spiders Outdoor and garage hazards
  Shining a light on spotted lanternflies
  The spotted lanternfly is an insect species native to parts of China and Vietnam. The insect itself does not bite or sting. It is not known to be toxic to humans but could cause upset stomach if ingested. Potential side effects of ingesting small amounts of spotted lanternflies are nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. These symptoms are self-limited and do not typically require treatment.
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- Autumn Infants Toddlers Plants
  Autumn Infants Toddlers Plants
  Yew and paclitaxel: What do they have in common?
  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.
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Christmas and winter holidays
- Christmas and winter holidays Toddlers Elementary Toys, crafts, and jewelry Magnets
  Christmas and winter holidays Toddlers Elementary Toys, crafts, and jewelry Magnets
  "Toy" magnets are dangerous for children
  Sets of tiny, strong magnets are sold as stress or fidget toys intended for adults but often are swallowed by children, resulting in serious injury and even death. The magnets, or a magnet and another metal object, can stick to each other, even through folds of gastrointestinal tissue. This pinches off blood supply to the area, causing tissue death, bleeding, and infection.
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- Christmas and winter holidays Winter Elementary Toddlers Infants Toys, crafts, and jewelry Holiday and travel
  Christmas and winter holidays Winter Elementary Toddlers Infants Toys, crafts, and jewelry Holiday and travel
  Safe use of artificial snow
  There are two main types of artificial snow: powders that are mixed with water and spray-on aerosols. In most small exposures, neither product type is likely to cause severe problems, but swallowing the powder or spraying the aerosol directly onto the skin or into the eyes can cause symptoms.
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- Christmas and winter holidays Winter Elementary Preteens Seniors Adults Teens Toddlers Infants Poison safety and prevention Carbon monoxide Antifreeze Pet hazards
  Christmas and winter holidays Winter Elementary Preteens Seniors Adults Teens Toddlers Infants Poison safety and prevention Carbon monoxide Antifreeze Pet hazards
  Prevent cold weather poisonings
  There are special poisoning concerns during the winter: family travel, family gatherings, carbon monoxide poisoning, and winter chemicals for the car.
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Fourth of July
- Spring Summer Fourth of July Elementary Preteens Seniors Adults Teens Toddlers Infants Cosmetics and personal care products
  Spring Summer Fourth of July Elementary Preteens Seniors Adults Teens Toddlers Infants Cosmetics and personal care products
  Is bemotrizinol safe? A new sunscreen filter explained
  Bemotrizinol is a new chemical sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. It is not absorbed into the body, rarely causes skin irritation, is photostable and does not degrade in sunlight, and is transparent so it does not leave a white color on the skin. Allergic reactions are possible. The brand name is Parsol Shield. It is approved for adults and children 6 months of age and older.
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- Summer Fourth of July Elementary Seniors Preteens Adults Teens Toddlers Poison safety and prevention
  Summer Fourth of July Elementary Seniors Preteens Adults Teens Toddlers Poison safety and prevention
  Summer poison-proofing
  The weather is perfect for a cookout or picnic. Family and friends gather. And the kids are getting into things like they always do. Spending a little time to think through outdoor activities can keep poisons from spoiling your fun, for adults and children alike.
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- Summer Fourth of July Elementary Seniors Adults Teens Preteens Outdoor and garage hazards Holiday and travel
  Summer Fourth of July Elementary Seniors Adults Teens Preteens Outdoor and garage hazards Holiday and travel
  Fireworks safety tips
  When used responsibly, fireworks are a fun way to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, serious injuries, poisonings, and fatalities can occur when they are mishandled, unintentionally swallowed, or when they malfunction. For this reason, it is extremely important to understand the risks and follow safety guidelines when handling them.
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Halloween
- Halloween Look-alikes Medication safety
  Halloween Look-alikes Medication safety
  Is it a pill or candy? Dangerous look-alikes
  Many medicines look like something good to eat or drink. Pay attention to what you put into your mouth!
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- Halloween Elementary Preteens Toddlers Food and drink Toys, crafts, and jewelry
  Halloween Elementary Preteens Toddlers Food and drink Toys, crafts, and jewelry
  Halloween poisoning prevention
  Halloween treats are great. Tricks are not! Go with your children when they trick-or-treat. Look at the goodies before they're eaten. Rinse liquid from glow sticks out of eyes if it's splashed. Drink some water if it's swallowed. And, stick to actual cosmetics meant for the skin when making up.
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- Halloween Elementary Toddlers Infants Toys, crafts, and jewelry
  Halloween Elementary Toddlers Infants Toys, crafts, and jewelry
  Are glow sticks dangerous?
  A glow stick is a plastic tube containing two reactive chemicals, which combine when the tube is bent, resulting in a luminescent glow. Glow sticks are not poisonous. If swallowed, mouth irritation and an upset stomach may occur. The liquid can also cause skin and eye irritation. If the glow stick breaks and the liquid leaks into your mouth, eyes, or skin, rinse with water.
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