ITV News published this video item, entitled “Has laughing gas got more dangerous? | ITV News” – below is their description.
Large canisters of nitrous oxide intended only for caterers appear to be driving an “exponential growth” of patients suffering from the gas’ effects, experts have told ITV News.
While it has been common to see small, bullet-sized canisters of nitrous oxide – also known as laughing gas – littered across streets for years, more users now favour far larger cylinders with a significantly greater volume.
It’s feared the use of nitrous oxide products such as Smartwhip or Goldwhip – cans specially-designed and legally sold to the catering industry to whip cream – appear to be at least part of the reason why hospital admissions are “through the roof” since Covid.
Smartwhip and Goldwhip have been approached for comment.
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