Report Finds Rise In Child Poisoning Deaths

A new report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission found a 37% spike in child deaths caused by accidental poisoning.

Tuesday, March 21st 2023, 5:03 am

By: News 9


A new report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission found a 37% spike in child deaths caused by accidental poisoning.

The report said the majority of deaths for children under the age of 5 came after they were able to gain access to prescription or illicit drugs.

Other poisoning deaths came from things like cleaning or laundry supplies and batteries, according to the report.

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