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Toxins in household dust may be harmful to kids
Most of the dust that coats your furniture and floors comes from outdoors and can pose a health threat, a new study suggests.
BPA in canned foods could harm children, group says
Measurable levels of the chemical additive bisphenol A (BPA) were found in a variety of canned goods, including some that claimed to be BPA-free, according to an analysis released this week by the nonprofit advocacy group Consumers Union.
Toxic toys? Health group finds high lead levels
Children's toys carrying the Barbie and Disney logos have turned up with high levels of lead in them, according to a California-based advocacy group — a finding that may give consumers pause as they shop for the holiday season.
Poisonous Plants
Poisonous Plants
When you childproof your home and yard, be sure to check for any plants that could harm your child if swallowed. Below is a partial list of toxic and poisonous plants. If you aren't sure what kind of plants you have, your local greenhouse or florist may be able to help.
  • Amaryllis
  • Autumn crocus
  • Azalea
  • Baneberry
  • Belladonna
  • Black cherry
  • Black locust
  • Black snakeroot
  • Buckeye
  • Buttercup
  • Caladium
  • Caper spurge
  • Castor bean
  • Chinaberry
  • Daffodil bulbs
  • Daphne
  • Delphinium
  • Dieffenbachia
  • Dumb cane
  • Duranta
  • English ivy
  • False hellebore
  • Foxglove
  • Goldenchain
  • Hemlock
  • Holly
  • Hyacinth
  • Hydrangea
  • Jequirity bean
  • Jerusalem cherry
  • Jimsonweed
  • Larkspur
  • Lantana
  • Laurel
  • Lilac
  • Lily of the valley
  • Lupine
  • Mistletoe
  • Monkshood
  • Moonseek
  • Morning glory seeds
  • Mountain laurel
  • Mushrooms
  • Narcissus bulbs
  • Nightshade
  • Oleander (extremely poisonous)
    • Peace lily
    • Philodendron
    • Poison hemlock
    • Poison ivy
    • Poison oak
    • Poison sumac
    • Pokeweed
    • Privet
    • Rhododendron
    • Rhubarb leaves
    • Rosary pea
    • Rubber vine
    • Sandbox tree
    • Spider lily
    • Sweet peas
    • Tansy
    • Thorn apple
    • Tobacco
    • Tomato plant leaves
    • Tung tree
    • Water hemlock
    • White snakeroot
    • Wisteria pods and seeds
    • Yew

    Note to parents: This is a general guide only. For more information, please consult your pediatrician or poison control center.

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