Showing posts with label health article. Show all posts
Showing posts with label health article. Show all posts

Monday, June 18, 2007

Daily News: Toothpaste Recall 2007 China Imports

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RECALL WARNING! Avoid Any Toothpaste Imported From China Conataining Harmful Chemicals!

Fitchburg MA and Leominster MA Daily News.- Another toothpaste recall report released on June 1st, 2007, is another excellent article you should read, because looks like the toothpaste that came from China has really poisonous chemicals that can harm any ones life...

China imported this harmful toothpaste to several countries including U.S. and Panama... This looks like some kind of attack some web users said at online groups or forums. But, the FDA already stop all toothpaste imports that comes from China. The recall base on their imports has put many countries on state of alarm, and they think that stopping all toothpaste from this country will help protect our people, and it will not be open until all investigations are complete.

From the report:

"FDA is not aware of any U.S. reports of poisonings from toothpaste containing DEG. However, the agency is concerned about potential risks from chronic exposure to DEG and exposure to DEG in certain populations, such as children and individuals with kidney or liver disease. DEG in toothpaste has a low but meaningful risk of toxicity and injury to these populations. Toothpaste is not intended to be swallowed, but FDA is concerned about unintentional swallowing or ingestion of toothpaste containing DEG.

FDA has identified the following brands of toothpaste from China that contain DEG and are included in the import alert: Cooldent Fluoride; Cooldent Spearmint; Cooldent ICE; Dr. Cool, Everfresh Toothpaste; Superdent Toothpaste; Clean Rite Toothpaste; Oralmax Extreme; Oral Bright Fresh Spearmint Flavor; Bright Max Peppermint Flavor; ShiR Fresh Mint Fluoride Paste; DentaPro; DentaKleen; and DentaKleen Junior. Manufacturers of these products are: Goldcredit International Enterprises Limited; Goldcredit International Trading Company Limited; and Suzhou City Jinmao Daily Chemicals Company Limited. The products typically are sold at low-cost, “bargain” retail outlets."

Read full report

The FDA recommends to check all toothpaste with the label "Made In China" to avoid the use of this poisonous product. If you find any toothpaste with such a label FDA says to trow away the product.

So, what's the poison that activated the recall alarm?
The name of this chemical is "diethylene glycol" or known as "diglycol"

Toothpaste recalls are getting a little out of hand don't you think..?

Wednesday, April 04, 2007

HEALTH NEWS: Caffeine Overdose Kill 19 Years Old

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19 years old die in the bathroom after taking too many caffeine pills.

Fitchburg MA and Leominster MA Daily News.- Trying to be alert during the day 19 years old James Stone took over 25 caffeine pills. Parents said "he told us he had to go to the bathroom", moments after his father found James laying on the bathroom floor.

James when into cardiac arrest, because he took a larger amount of the one recommended by package. Expert said the amount that he took can be compare to drinking 30 cups of coffee which turn into a deadly weapon for his body.

James father wanted to let everyone know it can kill you is you over do it. Authorities are seeing this case as an accidental overdose. But, the pills it should have a warning label advising users of the danger behind the over use of this drug.

Source: http://www.wfsb.com/health/11423885/detail.html

Here is an health article to explain drug over use effects and addiction...

DRUG ADDICTION AND RISKS by Marvist

Drug addiction is compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences which can be severe; drug abuse is simply excessive use of a drug or use of a drug for purposes for which it was not medically intended. Dependence on a substance is not necessary or sufficient to define addiction, there are some substances that don't cause addiction but do cause dependence (for example, some blood pressure medications) and substances that cause addiction but not dependence (they are mainly characterized by depression).

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Drug abuse can lead to drug dependence or addiction. Drug addiction may also follow the use of drugs for physical pain relief, though this is rare in people without a previous history of addiction. The exact reason of drug abuse and dependence is not yet known. The genetic make-up of the individuals, peer pressure, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and environmental stress are all factors which seem to be involved. Children who grow up in an environment of illicit drug use may first see their elders using drugs. This may put them at a higher risk for developing an addiction later in life for both environmental and genetic reasons.

Commonly abused substances include:
· Opiates and narcotics are powerful painkillers with sedative and euphoric qualities. These include heroin, opium, codeine, Oxycontin and others.
· Central nervous system stimulants have a stimulating effect and can produce tolerance. These include amphetamines, cocaine, commonly used stimulants are caffeine and nicotine.
· Central nervous system depressants produce a soothing sedative and anxiety-reducing effect and which leads to dependence. These include barbiturates (amobarbital, pentobarbital, secobarbital). Commonly used depressants, by far, is alcohol.
· Hallucinogens produce psychological dependence. These include LSD, mescaline, psilocybin ("mushrooms").
· Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient found in cannabis, marijuana, and hashish. Although used for their relaxing properties, THC-derived drugs can also lead to paranoia and anxiety.

Drug intoxication and drug overdose may be accidental or intentional. Drug withdrawal symptoms can occur when use of a substance is stopped. Withdrawal symptoms vary, depending on the particular substance. The withdrawal symptom depends on the length of time the drug was being used. Drug intoxication, overdose, and withdrawal can be life-threatening in some situations.

Treatment for the person with drug addiction begins with the recognition of the problem. Though earlier "denial" was considered as a symptom of addiction, recent studies has shown that this symptom can be dramatically controlled if addicts are treated with love and care, rather than being told what to do or "confronted." Treatment of drug addiction involves detoxification, support and abstinence. Emergency treatment may be indicated for acute cases.

Often, there may be a loss of consciousness and the person may need special medical attention temporarily. The specific treatment depends on the drug. Detoxification is the gradual withdrawal of an abused substance in a controlled way. Sometimes a drug with a similar action is substituted during the withdrawal process to reduce the unpleasant symptoms and risks associated with withdrawal. If depression or other mood disorder exists, it should be treated appropriately. The need for treatment is underscored by the severity of illness of those who undergo detoxification and the societal costs of untreated substance use disorders.


If you see even a legal drug that you can get over the counter has the power to take life if it's adbuse...

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