Poison control never closes - we're here all weekend so call if you need us 1-800-222-1222

DYK, natural does NOT mean non-toxic. Even products marketed as “green” or “all-natural” have the potential to poison if used incorrectly. Remember to read the label and store them out of reach of children

We get a lot of calls about mishaps with cleaners. Here are some tips to help, but call us if it happens to you 1-800-222-1222

Laundry products can easily be mistaken for gummies or candy by curious kids. Always keep products out of their reach!

Reser’s Fine Foods Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Number of Meal Kits Due to Recalled Chicken from Ingredient Supplier (BrucePac) fda.gov/safety/recalls…

Have you turned on your heat yet this year? Had your first fire in the fireplace? Be sure you have a working carbon monoxide detector on each level of your home – the most common causes of carbon monoxide are malfunctioning furnaces, fireplaces or wood stoves

📷Unless your doctor tells you to, never give medication to your child if they are younger than the minimum age listed on the label 📷Call us if you're accidentally give the wrong medication or have other medication questions 1-800-222-1222

Did you know carbon monoxide is odorless and invisible? Your carbon monoxide detector is the only way you'll know if it's present. If the alarm goes off, don't hesitate – get outside immediately!

#TakeBackDay offers a safe and free opportunity to dispose of old medications discreetly. In one week, on October 26th bring your unused prescription drugs to a nearby collection site. Visit DEATakeBack.com to find one near you

The same brand name or type of medication can come in a lot of different strengths and ingredients. Double check: 📷How much to take 📷How often you can take it 📷The active ingredients (to avoid doubling up with other medicines) 📷 Medication questions? Call us 1-800-222-1222

It's National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. DYK? Even low levels of lead in the blood can have lifelong health impacts. 🚨 Get the facts about lead so your child can have a bright, lead-free future. cdc.gov/.../all-childr…... #NLPPW2024 #LeadFreeKids

E. COLI OUTBREAK: CDC is investigating 49 illnesses in 10 states linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers. If you ate a Quarter Pounder hamburger from McDonald’s and have severe symptoms of E. coli, contact your healthcare provider. bit.ly/4hk2cyn

☠️Don’t have a cosmetic calamity this Halloween. 🎃 Only use nontoxic face paints. 🦇 Throw away any expired makeup. 👻 Test on a small area of skin before use. ☎️ If you have questions, call us at 1-800-222-1222

Expired or unused prescription medications can be a poison risk. Safeguard lives and protect the environment by participating in #TakeBackDay this Saturday, October 26th. Find a location near you at DEATakeBack.com

Hosting a spooky celebration this weekend? Be extremely careful if you’re using dry ice It can hurt you if touched or ingested. Call us if you have questions at 1-800-222-1222. #PreventPoison

GLOW STICKS ARE BRIGHT – BUT DON’T TAKE A BITE Glow sticks and glow jewelry are one of our top calls around Halloween. Remind your children not to chew on or break them open If anyone gets glow liquid in their mouth, eyes, or on their skin, call us at 1-800-222-1222

Did you miss National Prescription Drug Takeback day last weekend? Here's a link with information about how to find a year-round option for safe medication disposal: kypoisoncontrol.com/res.../safe-me…

☠️TREAT… OR TRICK? ☠️ 🍫Candy and goodies are everywhere this time of year so make sure to avoid mix-ups! Keep medication up and away from children. ☎️We’re here if you need us: 1-800-222-1222

💊#DYK: Many common #cold and #flu #medications contain your favorite #fever reducer? It's easy to double dose if you don't double check the ingredients. Questions about medication interaction? #Poison Help 1-800-222-1222

While you're changing your clocks ⏰ this weekend, take a minute to change the batteries 🔋 in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors - and test them too!