Characteristics of Fatal Poisonings Among Infants and Young Children in the United States

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• Christopher Gaw; Allison Curry; Kevin Osterhoudt; Joanne Wood; Daniel Corwin

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This video summary describes the main causes of fatal poisonings in infants and young children in the United States. It highlights that opioids, along with over-the-counter pain, cold, and allergy medications, are the most common substances leading to these tragic deaths. The information comes from Child Death Reviews. The article provides links for further resources on this important public health issue.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Families & Children; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child, Preschool; Infant Mortality; Opioid-Related Disorders; Poisoning; Analgesics, Non-Narcotic

Institutions: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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