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Granville Officials Warn Parents About Dangerous TikTok Challenge

10/3/2025

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Granville County Sheriff’s Office and Granville County Public Schools warn about the Benadryl challenge on TikTok.
The teen, who participated, was safe after a mother’s 911 call, per Sheriff Robert Fountain Jr.
Experts, including Dr. Emily Greenwald, warn of risks like seizures and death.
Parents are urged to secure medications, and Granville County Schools advocate restricting social media access.

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Story summary

Granville County Sheriff’s Office and Granville County Public Schools warn about the Benadryl challenge on TikTok.
The teen, who participated, was safe after a mother’s 911 call, per Sheriff Robert Fountain Jr.
Experts, including Dr. Emily Greenwald, warn of risks like seizures and death.
Parents are urged to secure medications, and Granville County Schools advocate restricting social media access.