Several students from Keefer Crossing Middle School on Gene Campbell Boulevard were hospitalized after consuming gummy candies infused with THC. It has been reported that seven students from Keefer Crossing Middle School on Gene Campbell Boulevard required medical attention after consuming gummies that supposedly contained Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC.
Officials from the school notified authorities about the incident, prompting immediate action from multiple ambulances to transport the seven students to Texas Children's Woodlands and Kingwood Hospital. The students' scenario has improved, as per Fox News.
Concerns Rise After Students Fall Ill from THC
In Florida's Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, a concerning incident took place when six students became unwell after consuming gummy substances. There are growing concerns regarding the accessibility and safety of similar products among teenagers, following this incident. As per the findings of the US Drug Enforcement Agency, it was discovered that the gummies in question contained THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), which is the primary psychoactive compound found in marijuana.
The school district, however, did not specify whether the gummies contained Delta 8 or Delta 9 THC. In Texas, both Delta 8 and Delta 9 THC are legal for medical use at lower dosages. Officials are currently investigating how a student acquired the THC-infused gummies.
Dr. Dawn Sollee from the Florida Poison Information Center (FPIC) highlighted the potential health risks associated with marijuana-based and Kratom gummies for young individuals. Delta-8, Delta-10, and Kratom are commonly found in over-the-counter gummies, with Delta-8 and Delta-10 being technically legal, unlike Delta-9 THC.
Dr. Sollee emphasized the lack of regulation in these products, particularly those available in gas stations or convenience stores, which may lead to contamination during testing. She warned that these unregulated gummies can cause illness, especially among teenagers and children, according to ABC 13.
Lock Boxes Proposed for Safety
It can be really hard to determine the substances that were ingested by the students due to the numerous kinds of gummies available in the market. Dr. Sollee conducted an investigation comparing Delta gummies and regular-looking gummies, which identified the trouble of telling them apart. Without proper regulation, it is possible for batches of gummies to contain different ingredients, which can lead to illness even if the product and packaging seem identical.
As a solution, FPIC suggested the use of lock bags or lock boxes, similar to gun safes, to ensure the security of pills and gummies. This measure is implemented to avoid any unauthorized entry and to guarantee the security of potentially dangerous materials.
Growing concerns about the availability of THC-infused gummies and the possible harm they may cause the kids are being expressed by parents and educators as the inquiry plays out. The incident indicates the need for increased awareness and actions to address the availability and regulation of these products in order to protect the well-being of students, News 4 Jax reported.
