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Daily Mirror
12 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
Boy fighting for life after being stung 150 times by wasps in tragic accident
Beckham Reed is currently fighting for his life after being stung by yellowjacket wasps more than 150 times - the toddler's organs began shutting down following the horrific incident A two-year-old boy is fighting for his life in hospital after being stung 150 times by wasps. Beckham Reed was playing with his cousins on an electric toy when he hit a nest of yellow jackets, which 'swarmed him head to toe'. His parents Mariah and Peyton rushed him to hospital, where he was given morphine and Benadryl and sent home. However, the nightmare was far from over as less than 24 hours later, Beckham's parents frantically rushed him to hospital again because his skin was turning yellow. Medics at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick recognized that Beckham was suffering from multi-organ failure. He was immediately transferred to ICU at Memorial Savannah. While in the ICU, Beckham was started on dialysis, ventilator support and life-saving IV medications to allow his body to rest and filter out the toxins. "Due to his age and size and the amount of stings he had, his little body was unable to handle the amount of toxins in his body," Tiffany Hewatt wrote on a GoFundMe page. It went on to explain: "This is not a medical experience that is common. There is no antivenom for yellow jackets so all they can do is support his body while the toxins work their way out." Tiffany has been giving daily updates on Beckham's health via the fundraising page. On June 25 she confirmed his hemoglobin tested at 6.8, which is significantly low and can be life-threatening. He received more blood, which the family expected after he underwent dialysis An update on the page read: "They are increasing his tube feeds, decreasing his fluids and are going to pull off more fluids with his dialysis. They took him off his BP meds yesterday and he had some issues with it getting low last night but it stabilized without meds" It added: "We know Beckham is a fighter and he is fighting to get better." In an update yesterday Tiffany said Beckham has been showing signs of improving slowly, but doctors are still trying to get him regulated and he continues to stay on the ventilator. The family is worried his only working kidney won't work, but they won't find out if it will until he comes off dialysis. Beckham is showing signs of infection. Beckham could come off dialysis as early as tomorrow but doctors are currently holding off due to worries he will pull on his dialysis line. The family started the GoFundMe to help with medical bills and Tiffany says: " Please consider donating to help offset their financial stress while they are with Beckham at this time. If you cannot donate, we ask that you pray for Beckham, Mariah and Peyton."
Metro
13 hours ago
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- Metro
Boy, 2, fighting for his life after being stung by wasps 150 times
A toddler who was riding his toy car and hit a wasps nest was stung more than 150 times and is fighting for his life. Two-year-old Beckham Reed, who was born with one kidney, suffered the 'horrific accident' while playing in his backyard in Georgia. 'He was on his electric toy side by side riding around his property with his cousins,' states a GoFundMe page to support him and his family. 'He hit a yellow jackets nest and was swarmed head to toe.' His parents rushed him to a hospital, where he was given morphine and Benadryl and sent home after finding him appearing to breathe normally. But less than 24 hours later, Beckham started turning yellow and his parents rushed him to the emergency room at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick. Doctors there recognized that Beckham was having multi-organ failure, including his kidney, heart and liver, and transferred him to an intensive care unit at Memorial Savannah, where he was put on dialysis, ventilator support and given IV medications to filter out toxins. 'Due to his age and size and the amount of stings he had, his little body was unable to handle the amount of toxins in his body,' states the fundraising page. More Trending 'His body is responding to the support and we continue to pray that his labs and organs improve.' It added that Beckham's medical experience was not common. 'There is no antivenom for yellow jackets so all they can do is support his body while the toxins work their way out,' the page states. The GoFundMe page had raised more than $36,000 as of Friday evening. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Over 80 sickly dogs rescued after woman found dead in her home MORE: Trump warns it 'will only get worse' for Iran as he lays into 'so-called' Supreme Leader MORE: What the US Supreme Court ruling means for Donald Trump's birthright citizenship plan
New York Post
a day ago
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- New York Post
Toddler fighting for life after being stung over 150 times by wasps
A 2-year-old boy was left fighting for his life after he was stung more than 150 times by yellow jackets, shutting down key organs. Little Beckham Reed — who was born with just one kidney — was swarmed by the wasps when he bumped into a nest while riding in a toy car with his cousins in Georgia, according to a family fundraiser. His parents rushed him to an emergency room where he was given morphine and Benadryl. He was then sent home — just for his skin to start turning yellow less than a day later. They rushed him to another hospital where they found out his heart, liver and kidney were failing. 'Due to his age and size and the amount of stings he had, his little body was unable to handle the amount of toxins in his body,' Beckham's aunt Tiffany Hewatt wrote on the GoFundMe page. 3 Beckham was stung more than 150 times. Gofundme 3 He bumped into a yellow jacket's nest while playing with his cousins. Gofundme Beckham was taken to the intensive care unit at Memorial Savannah and put on dialysis, a ventilator and given life-saving IV medications. 'There is no antivenom for yellow jackets so all they can do is support his body while the toxins work their way out,' Hewatt, a registered nurse, said. 3 The toddler is receiving treatment for organ failure. Gofundme His condition appeared to be slowly improving, according to an update posted on the fundraising page on Thursday. 'We are so ready for him to be off the vent and to hear his voice again,' Hewatt wrote.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
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- Yahoo
The FDA Just Discovered A New Uncomfortable Side Effect For This Popular Allergy Med
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Allergy season is in full swing, and chances are, if you're one of the 25 percent of adults who suffer from seasonal sniffles, you're reaching for your trusty meds. Zyrtec is a super popular over-the-counter option because it's pretty darn reliable to treat your symptoms. But, as with any other drug, it's important to keep Zyrtec side effects in mind so you can get all the benefits while minimizing any potential downsides. Zyrtec is an antihistamine and it blocks histamines to stop allergic reactions, says Virginia Boomershine, an ambulatory clinical pharmacy regional senior manager for Banner Pharmacy Services. Histamines are the culprits behind all those pesky allergy symptoms, like itchy, watery eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat, and sneezing. The good news is there are fewer side effects from Zyrtec compared to first-generation antihistamines such as Benadryl (which you actually shouldn't be taking at all), and it's relatively safe even at higher than standard doses for most people, says Jennifer Toh, MD, an allergist and immunologist at ENT and Allergy Associates. Below, docs share *all* the possible side effects you might experience on the med. Take note: most of the entries below include the word "rare." That's because side effects on Zyrtec are uncommon. Any side effects are typically mild, and a majority of people can take the medication with no issues, adds Purvi Parikh, MD, an allergist and immunologist at Allergy & Asthma Network. Keep reading to find out whether this medication is right for you and what you can do about the potential side effects. Meet the experts: Jennifer Toh, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at ENT and Allergy Associates. Purvi Parikh, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at Allergy & Asthma Network. Virginia Boomershine is an ambulatory clinical pharmacy regional senior manager for Banner Pharmacy Services. Maria Shtessel, MD, is an assistant professor of medicine, division of clinical immunology at Mount Sinai. Robert Eitches, MD, is an allergist at Tower Allergy. It's best to be aware of potential Zyrtec side effects—especially if you're planning on popping the stuff on the reg over the next few you've ever slept 14 hours after popping a Benadryl, you're well aware that some allergy meds can seriously knock you out. That's not as common with Zyrtec, but 11 to 14 percent of people do report feeling sleepy after taking it, making it the most common side effect reported, says Boomershine. Since the effects of Zyrtec last 24 hours, drowsiness can hit at any time. Avoid alcohol and be careful about driving if the med hits you with the sleepies, per the Zyrtec you have an allergic response, your tissue secretes more fluid (hello runny nose and watery eyes). Antihistamines, therefore, dry you up, which means that dry mouth is a possibility—but only a small one. Less than 10 percent of Zyrtec poppers will wind up with dry mouth, says Boomershine. Drinking water will help, she says, as will switching to an alcohol-free mouthwash, as that ingredient also dries you can be a rare potential side effect and may disappear after your body adjusts to the medication, per the Mayo Clinic. Give it time, but always check in with your doctor if you're concerned. And, just like with drowsiness, hold off on driving if you're feeling may cause insomnia because the medicine can block acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter, says Dr. Parikh. Acetylcholine is involved in the initiation of REM sleep (i.e., the sleep stage most commonly associated with dreaming), so if those neurons are inhibited, you may have trouble falling and staying asleep. Luckily, this side effect is rare. It can also turn kids into little insomniacs, says Boomershine. Having them take the long-acting med earlier in the day won't help either since it lasts all day. Talk to their pediatrician about making a incredibly rare, according to the National Institutes of Health, but keep it on your radar anyway. While you may be taking Zyrtec to prevent allergy symptoms, it's possible to have a potentially deadly allergic reaction called anaphylaxis from the medication itself. (FYI: This is a risk with all medications, not just Zyrtec.) If you develop hives, swelling, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness, call 911 immediately. (Psst: Looking for the best allergy med, according to allergy doctors? Get their verdict here.)If you experience a sore throat while taking Zyrtec, it's likely because your mucous membranes, the inner lining of your body and organs, become drier, causing the tissue in your mouth to also feel more parched and lead to a sore throat, says Dr. Eitches. And coughing can be an instinctive response to try to moisten the mouth. To combat this, stay hydrated. But if this side effect becomes too severe, Dr. Eitches suggests switching to a different is a very rare side effect that happens due to a drug's anticholinergic effect, which means the drug blocks neurotransmitters that affect how the body functions. In this case, certain receptors that help gut motility are blocked. This side effect was much more common with older, first-generation antihistamines such as Benadryl, says Dr. Patel. It's not as common with Zyrtec, but if this does happen to you, Dr. Eitches recommends trying a different antihistamine, adding fiber to your diet, and staying well-hydrated to get things moving is another super rare side effect of Zyrtec, but it is possible, says Dr. Parikh. Remember acetylcholine? Turns out blocking it may also trigger anxiety and fast heart rate because acetylcholine regulates heart contractions and blood pressure as well. You should stop feeling antsy once you discontinue the medication, but if quitting it is not an option, talk with your doctor about other drugs that can help you manage your allergies, notes Dr. of May 2025, the FDA issued an alert that discontinuing Zyrtec after long-term use may result in severe pruritus (or, itchiness) within a few days. It's rare, but can sometimes require medical intervention. "I always counsel my patients who have been on Zyrtec for long periods of time to taper the medication off slowly," says Maria Shtessel, MD, an allergist and immunologist at Mount Sinai. "For example, [they can start by] taking it first every other day, and increasing the days between doses slowly before completely stopping."Yep. "When taken in the recommended doses, antihistamines can be taken daily. This is especially true with Zyrtec, since it doesn't show decreasing effectiveness if used daily," says Sima Patel, MD, an allergist at New York Allergy & Sinus Centers. Still, it's probably worth holding off on medication that you don't need, says Dr. Patel. So if you aren't having allergy symptoms or they get milder during a certain time of the year, that's probably a good time to take a Zyrtec break. "We always want the least amount of medication to control symptoms. However, starting allergy medications two weeks prior to your symptomatic season is best to help prevent symptoms," Dr. Patel depends on whether you experience any side effects, says Robert Eitches, MD, an allergist at Tower Allergy. If your problems are only during the day time and you aren't really prone to side effects, then go ahead and take it during the day. But if you experience side effects like drowsiness, Dr. Eitches recommends taking your dose at night before bed. "That way you wake up in the morning relatively clearer too," he says. If it makes you sleepy, the side effect will have likely worn off by the time you wake up, and since the medication can provide relief for 24 hours, you'll still experience relief during the is safe for most people, but there are some individuals who should stay away. Children under 2, anyone with a history of an allergic reaction to Zyrtec or hydroxyzine/piperazine derivatives, and those with severe renal impairment shouldn't take Zyrtec, says Dr. Patel. If you are pregnant and breastfeeding, Dr. Patel recommends speaking to your doctor before using it. The medication is "primarily eliminated from your body through the kidneys," says Dr. Parikh. So, if your kidneys aren't functioning properly, the medication can accumulate and build up in your blood, which may cause additional damage to your kidneys and severe side effects. Additionally, if you take any medications that can cause sedation, such as benzodiazepines, you should talk with your doctor before taking Zyrtec, says Dr. Parikh, because combining the two may cause worsened side effects. Other antihistamines are typically okay to take with Zyrtec as long as they don't make you too sleepy, she adds. And it's always a good idea avoid alcohol when you're on Zyrtec. When in doubt, go to your doctor with any questions before you take Zyrtec to quell allergy symptoms. You Might Also Like Jennifer Garner Swears By This Retinol Eye Cream These New Kicks Will Help You Smash Your Cross-Training Goals
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
Tragic End For Wylie Boy: Beaten, Drugged, And Left In Wheelchair For Hours Before 911 Call
An 11-year-old boy in Wylie died after his family allegedly beat him, gave him sleeping pills, and waited more than nine hours to call 911, according to police and court documents. On the evening of June 8, the boy was subjected to physical 'discipline' at a home in the 1600 block of Long Meadow Road. Arrest warrant affidavits state that Sadie Hope, 28, and Sade Hope-Johnson York, 30, restrained the boy while their grandfather, Clifford Johnson, 67, struck his back, legs, and buttocks. The three adults also hit the boy's head, legs, back, and bottom, leaving bruises across his body. 'Sadie stated after the physical discipline, she gave [him] approximately two Tylenol PMs and two Benadryl pills to make him go to sleep,' the affidavit notes, per Fox 4 KDFW. By 8 a.m. the next morning, Sadie Hope was called to the boy's room and realized he was deceased. A family member told investigators they feared consequences due to the boy's condition. Instead of contacting authorities, the family attempted CPR, cleaned his body, placed him in a wheelchair for about four hours, and later moved him back to his bed. They delayed calling 911 until just before 5:30 p.m. on Monday, more than nine hours after discovering his death. Emergency responders found the boy unconscious, attempted to revive him, and transported him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Wylie police arrested Clifford Johnson, Eunice Johnson-Lightsey, Sadie Hope, and Sade Hope-Johnson York on Wednesday, charging them with injury to a child and abandoning and endangering a child. The suspects are the boy's grandfather, aunt, and two cousins, respectively. Investigators noted inconsistencies in the family's statements and visible injuries on the boy, prompting a deeper probe. 'It's tragic that a child lost his life at the hands of family,' said Wylie Police Sgt. Donald English. 'Other kids in the home may have seen this and will carry that trauma forever.' Eunice Johnson-Lightsey denied knowing the boy was dead before the 911 call, per the affidavit. Other children in the home have been removed, though their ages and numbers are undisclosed. The boy's identity has not been released, and the medical examiner is still determining the exact cause of death. On Tuesday, police executed a search warrant at the residence, leading to the arrests of all four suspects.
