A new study by Safe Kids Worldwide shows someone under 18 years old experiences a battery-related injury across the country almost every hour.
PHOENIX — New data shows the number of emergency room visits from battery-related chokings has nearly doubled over a 9-year period.
The culprit is primarily children swallowing button batteries inside everything from watches to TV remotes.
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Dr. Daniel Brooks with the Banner Poison and Drug Information Center says he and his staff stay busy with several close calls caused by button batteries.
“These are potentially life-threatening events because of the caustic injuries, and it can get…