Nicotine Poisonings Surge Among Babies and Toddlers: Keep Products Out of Reach
Recent studies reveal a sharp increase in nicotine poisonings among young children, with 134,663 cases reported between 2010 and 2023. A major contributor to this rise is the increasing popularity of nicotine pouches like Zyn, which saw a 763% surge in poisoning incidents from 2020 to 2023. These pouches, often flavored and containing significant nicotine levels, pose a serious risk to children, with two fatalities reported, and many other cases resulting in nausea, vomiting or other serious health concerns. Experts recommend storing all nicotine products out of children’s reach and talking to teenagers about the potential dangers.
John Q. Hosedrinker