Prevention

Poison safety is key to prevention: Every year, America’s 55 poison centers receive millions of calls, the majority of which are about people coming into contact with dangerous or potentially dangerous substances. The rest were calls for information. These prevention tips can help you or your loved ones avoid poisonings. For more tips and information, call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 or search online for poison helpp now.

Fentanyl Overdose: Prevention and Awareness

Similar to many other public health agencies, America’s Poison Centers continue to see an increase in the number ...

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Is Borax Toxic? Understanding the Risks of Borax

A new question we are getting is, “Is borax toxic?” Experts say there is not enough scientific research...

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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 em...

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl®) Overdose

What is Benadryl? Diphenhydramine is an over the counter antihistamine used to treat a variety of problems includin...

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