Button batteries can be found in many household items, including toys and remote controls, and can cause serious damage if ingested. Photograph: iStockA spoonful of honey has been found to delay corrosive damage caused by button-battery ingestion in children, new research shows. Button batteries can be found in many household items, such as toys and remote controls. Internationally, there are a number of reports of life-changing injuries and deaths due to button-battery ingestion. “Challenges persist regarding the design and marketing of button batteries and public awareness of the risks associated with ingestion.

Source: The Irish Times February 13, 2026 23:41 UTC