Emergency Department
Poison Control
ACT FAST
If you think someone has been poisoned call the National Poison Center at
(800) 222-1222
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing call 911

If a poisoning occurs, remember to stay calm and have the following information ready for the caller at the Poison Center:

  • Child or Victim's Condition, Age and Weight
  • Product Containers or Bottles
  • Time Poisoning Occurred
  • Your Name and Telephone Number

Important checklist for a poison-proof home:

  • Keep all household poisons and medicines in their original, labeled, child-resistant containers.
  • Lock poisons and medicines out of the reach and sight of children
  • Be as careful with non-prescription medicines as you are with prescription medications. Do not refer to medicines as “candy” as you take them in front of children.
  • Keep purses and diaper bags out of children's reach. Also be aware of visitors' purses and suitcases.
  • Never leave children alone with household products or medicines.
  • Return household and chemical products to safe storage immediately after use.
  • Know which plants in and around your home can be poisonous and keep them away from children and pets.
  • Take time to teach children about poisonous substances.
  • Keep the number of your poison center on or near your telephone.

Source: American Association of Poison Control Centers, Inc.

For More Information
(800) 222-1222
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Visit:
www.aapcc.org for more information about poison prevention

 

Fact:
Millions of people are unintentionally poisoned every year and children under the age of six are at greatest risk.
-Source: American Association of Poison Control Center, Inc.