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Xylazine Exposure Cases to America’s Poison Centers on the Rise

The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy recently designated xylazine combined with fentanyl as an emerging threat to…

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl®) Overdose

What is Benadryl? Diphenhydramine is an over the counter antihistamine used to treat a variety of problems including itching, hives,…

Managing Your Spring Allergies

Spring is a beautiful season with blooming flowers, green trees, and warm sunshine, but it’s also the season of allergies. …

The History of America’s Poison Centers

The history of America’s Poison Centers dates back to the early 1950s when the first center was established in Chicago,…

Using The Get Help Tool

PoisonHelp.org is a valuable resource that provides free, 24/7 information and support to people who have questions or who may…

First-Aid Steps When Someone Has Experienced a Poisoning

Poisoning occurs when a person ingests, inhales, or comes into contact with a toxic substance. Whether the poisoning is accidental…