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Child Surgery Rates Drop, But Risks Remain High
3/28/2025
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- In England, the number of surgeries for children swallowing foreign objects plummeted by 29% from 2012 to 2022, thanks to the rise of cashless payments reducing coin incidents. Yet, alarming risks persist with hazardous items like button batteries and magnets, prompting a crucial call for parents to stay alert and protect their little ones.
