Calls to poison control centers regarding kratom have surged by 1,231% from 2015 to 2025, with reports rising from 258 to 3,434. Over the past decade, there were 14,449 kratom exposure reports, leading to 233 deaths, mostly involving other substances. Hospitalizations related to kratom alone increased by over 1,150%, and serious mult-substance cases required hospitalization in 60% of instances. At least six states have enacted bans or restrictions on kratom, largely in response to the emergence of high-potency products like 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), which the CDC identifies as particularly concerning. The report advocates for tighter regulations and public health monitoring to address the escalating risks associated with kratom use.
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Link to original article source: https://www.deseret.com/lifestyle/2026/03/27/kratom-poison-control-calls-centers-disease-control-prevention-cdc-uva-utah/
