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A 5-year-old child died in a hyperbaric chamber—for a condition it doesn’t treat. This isn’t just a tragic story—it’s a call to action. As a pediatrician and a parent, I’ve seen the emotional weight families carry when navigating a child’s diagnosis—whether it’s ADHD, autism, sleep apnea, or anything else. I’ve also seen how easily pseudoscience slips in during those vulnerable moments, dressed in “natural” language, high-tech devices, and hollow promises. Let’s be clear: pseudoscience preys on

Carbon monoxide is known as the “silent killer” because it’s colorless, odorless, and can build up without warning. Watch more from Dr. Kinjal Sethuraman, Medical Director of the Center for Hyperbaric and Dive Medicine at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, as she joins WMAR-2 News Baltimore’s Midday Maryland. Dr. Sethuraman explains the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, warning signs to watch for, and what to do if you suspect exposure. | University of Maryland Medical Center