Butane Torches: A Growing Burn Risk
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Dr. Michael Thomas, a surgeon at Oregons Burn Center, warns of the dangers of small butane torches used for smoking drugs like fentanyl, causing severe burns leading to amputations. A study shows drug smokers account for half of acute burn cases, with torches burning hotter and deeper, leading to longer hospital stays and recovery challenges. Thomas advocates for changes to prevent these injuries.
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