Poster: Beware of Button Batteries

Small batteries, big health risks!

A swallowed button battery can burn through a child's throat or esophagus in as little as 2 hours.

Button batteries are found in many household items:

• toys
• watches
• flashlights
• hearing aids
• remote controls

Make sure their battery compartments screw shut or keep these items out of sight and reach of children.

If you think your child has swallowed a button battery, immediately go to the nearest emergency department. Giving honey to a child on the way to the hospital can help reduce the risk of serious injury.

Learn more: canada.ca/batterysafety