New study finds increase in exposures to synthetic tetrahydrocannabinols among young children, teens, and adults

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A sharp rise in exposures to synthetic cannabis products among youth -- some leading to hospitalization -- highlights the need for increased education around the dangers of exposure and increased focus on safe storage and packaging.

New study finds increase in exposures to synthetic tetrahydrocannabinols among young children, teens, and adults

"Many people don't realize how toxic these products can be, especially to young children. One in four children needed to be hospitalized after exposure," said Hannah Hays, MD, co-author of the study, medical director of the Central Ohio Poison Center and faculty of the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children's.

Talk to children about cannabis-related products. Have age-appropriate conversations with children about cannabis-related products, explaining what these products are and why they can be dangerous. Talk to friends, family, and other caregivers. Talk with caregivers around your child about cannabis-related products and how to keep these products away from your children. Save the national Poison Help Line number in your phone and post it in a visible place in your home. The Poison Help Line provides free, confidential advice from experts, 24 hours per day, seven days per week.Study investigators also highlight inconsistent regulations of these products from state to state.

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