Showing posts with label maryland poison center. Show all posts
Showing posts with label maryland poison center. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 05, 2011

Dangers of Caffeine Overdose

The MedicCast

In this week's episode of the MedicCast podcast for EMTs, paramedics, and EMS students, podcast host Jamie Davis is once again joined by Lisa Booze of the Maryland Poison Center to discuss on caffeine and the dangers of caffeine overdoses. It includes signs and symptoms to watch out for, common drinks that are sources of caffeine and what to do in case of an overdose. Also in the show are news for EMS and resource links for a more in depth review.

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The MedicCast is a weekly show for students and professionals in the field of EMS providing news, interviews, comments, products, tips and tricks.

Monday, December 06, 2010

Revisiting Cough and Colds Meds for Pediatrics

The MedicCast

This week on the MedicCast, podcast host Jamie Davis does an interview segment with toxicology specialist, Lisa Booze, from the Maryland Poison Center. In this interview, they talk about the changes and updates from the FDA regarding pediatric cough and colds medications as well as points for education for parents in the use of these drugs. The show also provides news for EMS providers as well as links to resources for a more in-depth understanding of the topic.

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The MedicCast is a weekly show for students and providers of emergency medical services offering news, products, tips, tricks and commentaries.