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Hand sanitizer: Good for public health, bad for drinking
Hand sanitizers are in the news this week following this Los Angeles Times report about teenagers showing up in emergency departments after drinking hand sanitizer. Most hand sanitizers are alcohol-based, and like any product with alcohol in it, drinking enough … Continue reading
NNEPC New Hampshire funding at risk
New Hampshire residents are in danger of losing access to their poison center. The State of New Hampshire has informed the Northern New England Poison Center that it no longer has the funds necessary for the center to provide hotline … Continue reading
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DEA to hold medication take-back day on April 28
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is holding a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. You can use this free, no-questions-asked service to get rid of your old and unwanted medications. Getting … Continue reading
Posted in Medication Safety, National News, Regional News
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Maine bans additional synthetic hallucinogens
On Monday, Maine Governor Paul LePage signed a bill that bans additional synthetic hallucinogens related to bath salts. The bill was sponsored by Democratic Rep. Bobbi Beavers of South Berwick. NNEPC Director Dr. Karen Simone talked to the Portland Daily … Continue reading
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Poison prevention and public health: Little steps can lead to big changes
April 2-8 is National Public Health Week. This year’s theme is “A Healthier America Begins Today: Join the Movement!” The goal is to encourage people to take preventive measures to improve their lives. There are five main themes, one of … Continue reading
