The number of children who accidentally ingested THC edibles increased 29 times since 2010: report
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In 2020, poison control centers received 554 calls about children accidentally ingesting THC edibles.
A decade prior, they received just 19 such calls, according to The Washington Post.
Experts attributed the spike to the rise in legal marijuana across the US.
Poison control centers in 2020 received 554 calls related to children accidentally ingesting THC edibles, a number more than 29 times higher than the number of calls it received a decade ago, The Washington Post reported.
Community Bulletin Board: the North and South Brunswick Sentinel (for March 17)
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Community Bulletin Board: the North and South Brunswick Sentinel (for March 10)
Children must be 4 years old by Oct. 1, 2021, and reside in North Brunswick.
This is a pre-K lottery with priority given to 4 year olds and will allow for a limited number of 3 year olds.
Visit www.nbtschools.org and click on “preschool lottery” to access the application from the phone or laptop.
Applications will be accepted through March 31.
The notification of acceptance will be provided on April 23. Registration for accepted applicants will begin immediately after notification of acceptance.
A sock drive to benefit the Ozanam Men’s Shelter in New Brunswick will be conducted from 11 a.m. to noon March 13 in the parking lot of the Presbyterian Church, 100 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick.
Princeton Health Community Wellness: Virtual Classes in March
Click on the weekday above to register. This is now a monthly series.
This slow-paced class includes breathwork, stretching, and seated postures which will help to improve flexibility and reduce stress. A gentle flow, balancing, and a cool down are also incorporated into the class. This is ideal for those new to yoga and those who desire a relaxed practice of yoga.
Click on the weekday above to register. This is now a monthly series.
This gentle form of yoga incorporates standard yoga poses while sitting on or standing next to a chair. This class is an adaptation of a standard yoga class and will improve flexibility, concentration, and strength while reducing stress and joint strain.
North Brunswick Library programs include dogwood painting, cooking demo, job search tips
North Brunswick Library programs include dogwood painting, cooking demo, job search tips
The North Brunswick Public Library announced its March 2021 virtual adult programs.
A dogwood branch drawing class will be held at 7 p.m. March 1. This virtual drawing lesson will focus on contour lines. Participants will observe a dogwood flower and learn how to draw it petal by petal. Then participants will have the option to outline the drawing using a thin waterproof marker. To finalize the picture, add a touch of color using watercolors (optional). Supplies needed include pencils, thin black markers, heavyweight paper and watercolor. Register in advance for this Zoom program at https://forms.gle/BF4kGRdDV6NmLhgD8.Any questions, email librarian Barbara at belieff@northbrunswicklibrary.org
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