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The Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know
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Jul 2026
The Benadryl Challenge: What Parents Should Know
The Benadryl challenge has become popular on TikTok. Learn what it is, its risks, and what to talk about with your kids.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
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Poisonous and Nonpoisonous Plants: What Every Family Should Know
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Jun 2026
Poisonous and Nonpoisonous Plants: What Every Family Should Know
Not all plants are as harmless as they look. Learn how you can enjoy plants safely while reducing the risk of plant-related poisonings.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
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How You Can Help Prevent Accidental Poisonings
17
Mar 2026
How You Can Help Prevent Accidental Poisonings
Read up on these common items in the home that can cause accidental poisonings and steps you can take to keep young kids safe.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
4 Must-Know Facts About Kratom
28
Oct 2025
4 Must-Know Facts About Kratom
Kratom products are becoming easier to purchase, but that doesn't mean they're safe. Learn important facts about this plant substance.
By: Julia Conroy, MAEd, MCHES | 0
Safety and Prevention
Whippits, Huffing and Nitrous Gas: What Kids Are Inhaling for a High
10
Jul 2025
Whippits, Huffing and Nitrous Gas: What Kids Are Inhaling for a High
Inhalant use is more common among younger teens, particularly those in middle school. Learn signs of inhalant use and prevention tips.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
18
Mar 2025
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
Parents can use this information to help reduce the likelihood that their teens will turn to vaping and e-cigarettes.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
13
Mar 2025
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
Poisonings are a leading cause of death from injuries in the United States. Use these spring cleaning safety tips to keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
03
Mar 2025
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
Learn about the dangers that come with using water beads as toys, including risks with swallowing them and poisoning risks.
By: Julia Conroy, MAEd, MCHES | 1
Safety and Prevention
Edible Mushroom Products: What Parents Should Know
17
Sep 2024
Edible Mushroom Products: What Parents Should Know
Edible mushroom products are not regulated, so their contents and safety are questionable. Learn must-know facts about these products.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
21
Aug 2024
Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
Accidents can happen anywhere, anytime, but many can be prevented with a little information sharing and awareness spreading. Keep back-to-school safety top of mind by reading the most common accidental exposures at school.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Be Cautious With Canned Look-Alike Beverages
12
Jul 2024
Be Cautious With Canned Look-Alike Beverages
Canned look-alike beverages look like traditional drinks but could be harmful to children. Follow these tips to help keep your family safe.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Medication Disposal: What is the Safest Way to Get Rid of Unused and Expired Medicine?
18
Mar 2024
Medication Disposal: What is the Safest Way to Get Rid of Unused and Expired Medicine?
It is important to dispose of unused and expired medicines safely to help avoid accidental exposures and to prevent teen drug abuse. Review four options to do this, as different medications may need different disposal procedures.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Podcast
Marijuana Edibles and Drug Disposal: How to Keep Kids Safe
15
Mar 2024
Marijuana Edibles and Drug Disposal: How to Keep Kids Safe
Young & Healthy is now Kids’ Health Uncomplicated. It’s the same easy-to-understand kids health guidance and expertise, now in a video format, too. All past episodes of Young & Healthy are still available, so dive in on any topic that is interesting to you. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube. In this episode
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Preventing Accidental Overdose: How to Safely Administer Medications to Kids
23
Feb 2024
Preventing Accidental Overdose: How to Safely Administer Medications to Kids
Giving medications to kids can be challenging. Use these medication safety tips to help prevent accidental drug overdose in kids.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 2
Safety and Prevention
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
11
Dec 2023
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
Carbon monoxide is a silent killer: it's invisible and odorless. These important reminders can help keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
The Impact of Marijuana on Pediatric and Teen Health
06
Dec 2023
The Impact of Marijuana on Pediatric and Teen Health
With the legalization of marijuana has come a marked uptick in kids accidentally ingesting it in those states. Read more about the connection
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
4 Must-Know Facts About Marijuana Edibles
26
Sep 2023
4 Must-Know Facts About Marijuana Edibles
Marijuana edibles are food products that contain marijuana. Learn about the dangers these products can pose related to accidental ingestion.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Stay Safe Outside this Fall: Avoid Wild Mushrooms and Berries
29
Aug 2023
Stay Safe Outside this Fall: Avoid Wild Mushrooms and Berries
It's important to know what poisonous wildlife to avoid to keep your family safe. Learn what is most common in the Midwest and some safety tips to steer clear of them.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 3
Safety and Prevention
Tiny Magnets: What Parents Should Know
11
Aug 2023
Tiny Magnets: What Parents Should Know
If a child swallows multiple magnets, serious injury or death can occur. Here's what you need to know about magnet safety.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Insect Repellents and Kids: Do’s and Don’ts
04
Jul 2023
Insect Repellents and Kids: Do’s and Don’ts
Insect repellents help protect your family from mosquito bites. You’ll also want to use insect repellents to help ward off serious illnesses. Learn how in this blog post.
By: Julia Conroy, MAEd, MCHES | 0
Safety and Prevention
Concert and Festival Drug and Alcohol Safety Guide
28
Jun 2023
Concert and Festival Drug and Alcohol Safety Guide
Before heading out to your next festival or concert, take note of these important drug and alcohol safety tips, and share them with your family members of all ages.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Child Development and Behavior
Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It
30
May 2023
Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It
Teens may turn to drug and/or alcohol as a way to cope with stress or to fit in. Read tips on how to help prevent drug and alcohol use.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 1
Healthy Living
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
04
Apr 2023
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
More teens are using caffeine as a way to focus or stay awake. However, it is a drug and has side effects. Read why they should limit or quit caffeine use.
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Would You Pass This Pesticide Safety Quiz?
21
Mar 2023
Would You Pass This Pesticide Safety Quiz?
Pesticides pose risks when you come in contact with them. Take this quiz to see how you do at preventing pesticide exposures.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 3
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