are naphthalene balls safe - #24833
I am really concerned about my home situation right now. I have a bunch of clothes that I haven't used in ages, and my mom suggested using naphthalene balls to keep them safe from moths, but I'm not sure if they are naphthalene balls safe for us or not. I read that they can release toxic fumes and even cause health issues, and I have a little kid running around and a cat, you know? Like, the other day, I found one of the naphthalene balls on the floor, and it just freaked me out, like what if they ingested it? Should I just throw them away or is there a way to use them safely? Ugh, I feel so torn between wanting to protect my stuff and keeping my family safe. I keep second-guessing if they are naphthalene balls safe or if I'm just being really overdramatic about it. Can anyone share their thoughts or experiences?
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