Dangers Of Deet.

[krisb]

Was just checking up on the results of the 2 Canadian sisters that passed away on PhiPhi.

Sad story, Ive never heard of this deet drink but there you go, its bloody dangerous.

Heres the link if anyones interested. I dont know if Ive posted the link correctly, I just cut/paste it.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/story/2012/08/31/montreal-sisters-die-thailand-insecticide.html

[Semper]

Well, you're not supposed to drink it.

[transam]

Well, you're not supposed to drink it.

In fact my toilet cleaner is NEVER mixed with my Chang.

[Chittychangchang]

My Chang sweats keep the mozzies away

[Semper]

My Chang sweats keep the mozzies away

.....and not only the mozzies.

[Chittychangchang]

My Chang sweats keep the mozzies away

.....and not only the mozzies.

Depends how thirsty the lady is

[geriatrickid]

Ahh, so this is how an urban myth gets started.

The preliminary report from the Canadian medical examiner states that the two Canadian sisters did not ingest DEET in an amount sufficient to cause death.

From a cost benefit perspective, the application of DEET has saved millions of people from death and disease due to malaria, dengue and other diseases transmitted my insects. The issue of DEET consumption is one of proper use, and not one of product safety. Any substance used inappropriately can cause harm. Some people inhale glue and gasoline. Does this mean we should ban the products?