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Episode 12 Ricin, Poison Mail, and the KGB

In this special edition episode we talk about ricin and address some of the panic in the press about recent letters being sent to the President and other officials. The whole story involves the KGB, poison beans, tainted mail, Elvis impersonators and ends up in the land that brought us Ed Boyer. Contributors include Matt [...]

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Episode 11 Libyan Methanol Disaster

In this episode we discuss a recent outbreak of Methanol poisoning in Libya that has killed dozens and injured hundreds. It’s also a great exposure to various toxic alcohols. This is a panel discussion with Matt Zuckerman, Richard Church, Christina Hernon, Mark Neavyn, and Steve Bird. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Calling Tox Paparazzi

We’ve all taken pictures of cool tox related stuff (think blue hands, poisonous flowers, drug paraphernalia)  and we show it to a few friends and hide it away, because it won’t be on the cover of our Christmas Cards. On the flip side  have you ever been putting together a talk and wished you had a high [...]

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Episode 10 When Morphine Hurts

In this episode we talk to Eric Brush about hyperalgesia, when opiate use leads to increased pain. We’ll also talk to Steve Bird about some strategies to use when treating acute pain in patients who chronically use opiates.  A must listen for anyone who sees patients on chronic opioids, treats pain in patients with chronic [...]

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Episode 9 Brazilian Toxicology

On this episode we discuss metamizole with Brazilian toxicologist Dr. Anthony Wong of the University of São Paulo. Contributors include Stephanie Weiss, Matt Zuckerman, and Anthony Wong. More information on metamizole and its effects is available here. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Episode 8 NACCT 2012: Vegas, Baby

On this episode we discuss the latest NACCT tox conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hear about toxicologist throw downs, Where are the Benjamins in toxicology, and Tox Icons betting it all on black. Contributors include Jen Carey, Mark Neavyn, and Matt Zuckerman. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Episode 7 Organophosphates

On this episode we discuss organophosphate poisoning including nerve agents and insecticides.  Contributors include Matt Zuckerman, Steve Bird, and Adam Darnobid with a shoutout to Jason Hack. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Episode 6 Arsenic and Apple Juice

In this episode we talk about physostigmine for anticholinergic delirium and arsenic in your apple juice. Contributors include Matt Zuckerman and Chuck McKay. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Episode 5 Best Articles of 2011

In this episode we discuss the best articles of 2011 and also request listener questions for our new “stump the toxicologist segment”. Contributors include Matt Zuckerman, Stephanie Weiss, Christina Hernon, Ed Boyer, and Rich Church Articles discussed in this segment include: Stephanie’s Snake Bite Article (Subst Abus. 2011 Jan;32(1):43-6.) Matt’s AHA Snake Bite Controversy (Clin Toxicol. [...]

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