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A new trend on social media has people consuming borax, a white powdery substance that is normally used as a laundry product. Experts warn against "jumping on the borax train" which can have potential...
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Doing some peer review with Gushers and Fruit-by-the-Foot, because when you’re a grown-up, you can eat whatever you want and no one yells at you. But honestly this experience is reminding me how bonkers it is that we do this for free.
It’s really hot out. We’re starting to see some hyperthermia/heat stroke cases, so here’s an annual reminder from your friendly neighborhood toxicologist: 🔥Get a *core* temperature 🔥Dunk your patients in ice water 🔥Cool as quickly as possible to avoid rhabdo, renal failure, and DIC
I can’t have cheese fries after every shift. But I deserve cheese fries after every shift.
Okay, I’m doing it! I’m posting! Hi from a toxicologist and ED doctor. Is this the good place?