Toxicology
Academic area of substances harmful to living organisms
A scientific discipline which overlaps with biology, chemistry, pharmacology, and medicine, that involves the study of the adverse effects of chemical substances.
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5Most U.S. Overdose Deaths Occurred in Isolation, CDC Study Finds
A CDC study indicates that a significant majority of U.S. overdose deaths occur in isolation, which often delays the recognition of symptoms and the administration of life-saving treatments like naloxone. The findings underscore the risks associated with using substances while alone.
Poison control calls could prevent many unnecessary pediatric ER visits
Rutgers researchers found that approximately 65% of young children taken to emergency departments for suspected poisoning could have avoided the hospital visit by consulting poison control first. The study highlights the potential for reducing unnecessary emergency care through better utilization of poison control services.
Iatrogenic Acetylcysteine Overdose: New Review Maps Severe Medication Errors
A new review examines severe medication errors involving acetylcysteine infusions, emphasizing the need for clinicians to verify EHR data, pharmacy labels, and pump settings. The study aims to provide strategies to prevent dangerous dosing errors in clinical settings.
FDA Calls for Stronger Infant Formula Safeguards After Botulism Outbreaks
The FDA is calling for improved safety measures in infant formula production following botulism outbreaks linked to specific powdered-milk supply chains. Genomic evidence has connected samples from different brands to unresolved contamination points.
FDA Finds Dangerously High Yohimbine Plus Hidden Tadalafil and Flibanserin in WAP Sensual Enhancement
Laboratory reviews of WAP Sensual Enhancement products revealed dangerously high levels of yohimbine alongside undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients including tadalafil and flibanserin. The FDA has issued a warning regarding these hidden risks.
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