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08 March 2022

The Truth Behind Poison Myths

Emily About Us, child-resistant packaging, Cleaning Products, Food Poisoning, Medicine, Poison Safety Leave a Comment

There are many myths about poisons and poison centers. We’re here to provide the truth behind these myths.

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29 June 2021

Preventing Food Poisoning

Emily Food Poisoning Leave a Comment
Food cooking on grill with family gathered in the background

Heading to a party or cookout this summer? Don’t invite food poisoning. At outdoor parties and cookouts, the temperature of food can change, allowing bacteria to grow. Germs and bacteria on your food can cause food poisoning.

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28 September 2020

Fall Poison Safety

Emily Carbon Monoxide, Food Poisoning, Holiday Safety, Plants, Seasonal Leave a Comment
Multi-generation family walking in autumn park

Each season comes with different poison hazards that we need to keep in mind. Although we are still coping with COVID-19, poisonings continue to happen. Below, we share some tips to help you stay poison safe during the fall season.

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29 January 2020

What’s in Your House? Kitchen Edition

Emily Alcohol, Cleaning Products, Food Poisoning, Home, Medicine Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the first edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your kitchen, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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02 July 2019

Summertime Poisons

Emily Bites and Stings, Food Poisoning, Insect Repellent, Plants, Poison Exposures, Poison Safety, Seasonal Leave a Comment
Happy family camping and cooking barbecue outside

Each season comes with different poison safety tips that we should keep in mind. Here, we share why you should keep sunscreen and other summertime poisons in mind.

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07 November 2018

Let’s Talk Turkey: Food Safety 101

Emily Food Poisoning, Holiday Safety Leave a Comment
Golden brown baked turkey sitting on a platter.

‘Tis the season for sharing special holiday meals with family and friends. Unfortunately, it is also the season for spreading germs and bacteria. Learn how to prevent food poisoning caused by some bacteria by following these food safety tips.

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