Nicotine poisoning on the rise among children

Public Health Concerns - US poison centers reported over 130,000 cases of nicotine poisonings in kids under six between 2010 and 2023 [1] - A study found a 763% increase in nicotine poisonings in kids in just 3 years [1] - Nicotine pouches and vaping liquids can be harmful to children, resembling candy and causing side effects [3] - Nicotine can increase a baby's heart rate, potentially leading to fatal arrhythmias, respiratory depression, and seizures [4][5] Safety and Prevention - Nearly all nicotine poisoning cases in the study occurred at home [6] - Parents should communicate with teenagers about nicotine product use and ensure safe storage in locked bins [7] - Safe locked bins are critical for both adults and teenagers to prevent accidental ingestion by children [8] Alternatives and Solutions - Cognitive behavioral therapy and non-nicotine based replacement therapy are alternatives for quitting nicotine [9][10] - Medications like veroncycling and cyine can be considered for quitting nicotine [10]