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4 kids sent to hospital after taking CBD gummies at Coventry camp
By Jusolyn Flower,
20 hours ago
COVENTRY, R.I. (WPRI) — Four children were taken to the hospital after they allegedly consumed CBD gummies at a summer camp in Coventry.
Western Coventry Fire Captain Robert Mann said first responders were called to Camp Westwood YMCA around 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Upon arrival, Mann said the children were ‘very sick and vomiting.’
The children were between the ages of 12 and 15, according to Mann. One of the four kids who took the gummies had brought them to the camp.
Police are working to determine if there is a criminal investigation and said they are waiting for test results from RIDOH to determine what exact substance was in the gummies.
YMCA of Pawtucket CEO Jeff Merhige told 12 News the camper gave the gummies to fellow campers in the bathroom since counselors do not accompany them in the stalls.
A counselor did not learn of the incident until after the children came out of the restroom and said they believed they ate gummies with CBD, according to Merhige.
Out of an abundance of caution, Merhige said the camp immediately called emergency services, and the affected campers were taken to the hospital for observation.
“We are continuing to monitor this situation, and commend our staff for being proactive in this incident,” Merhige said in a statement.
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a derivative of cannabis. While it doesn’t cause a high, it’s commonly used to treat conditions like anxiety and insomnia.
In Rhode Island, consumables such as CBD edibles, drinks, oils, extracts, and other products are legal. However, people must be at least 21 years old to purchase or own hemp-derived CBD products under the amended Hemp Growth Act .
Children have a much greater risk for serious health effects, according to health officials.
If a child consumes gummies or any other cannabis product, the R.I. Department of Health says to:
Immediately call a health care professional or poison control (1-800-222-1222)
Call 911 if there are signs of serious distress such as difficulty breathing or unconsciousness
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