More Than 300 Infant Deaths Linked to Cough Syrups—What to Know and the Best Alternatives

More Than 300 Infant Deaths Linked to Cough Syrups—What to Know and the Best Alternatives
Guaifenesin is an expectorant drug found in dozens of prescription and over the counter cough and cold medicines. BrianAJackson/iStock
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The World Health Organization has issued a concerning alert regarding contaminated pediatric cough syrups, which have resulted in severe health complications and even death among very young patients.

The initial alert in October 2022 warned about the circulation of tainted cough syrups in The Gambia and potentially other African and Asian countries. 
Vance Voetberg
Vance Voetberg
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Vance Voetberg is a journalist for The Epoch Times based in the Pacific Northwest. He holds a B.S. in journalism and aims to present truthful, inspiring health-related news. He is the founder of the nutrition blog “Running On Butter.”
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