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After more than a decade in the United States, vaping is more a part of popular culture than ever before, but there are several changes that are happening with vaping.

With over 34 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, it’s not surprising that many of our calls involve medications used to treat this disease. Patients with diabetes can be on multiple medications and dosing mistakes are common. Before you panic, call Missouri Poison Center with any mishaps or questions at 1-800-222-1222.

Are you on multiple medications? It can be difficult to keep track of everything, so follow these 5 important tips to keep you safe when managing your health with medications.

As parents, we want to believe that our children are making safe and healthy choices, but many social media sites such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok are prime for risky behavior. In recent years, there have been millions of videos and pictures of youth engaging in challenges or dares that can sometimes have very scary consequences.

“Should I take expired medications?” Although this question may sound simple, the answer is a bit complicated. It all begins with safety. The mandated expiration date traces back to a law passed in 1979 requiring drug manufacturers to provide a specific date on their medications to guarantee potency and safety of the product up to that date.

For many people, a new work-out routine also involves using pre-workout supplements to “boost” the exercise session. These supplements are advertised to increase energy, motivation, performance and strength in hopes to reduce body fat and promote muscle growth.

Did you ever stop to think about the dangers of the small round shiny battery that is in your electronic device? These batteries, often called button/disc batteries have caused serious problems and even death in both children and adults.