Medicine or candy? Medicine can look like candy to a child. Put all medicines #UpAndAway and out of reach and sight of young children to prevent an emergency. For more information, visit: https://t.co/SL6XdKsab8 #MedsUpAway #NPPW24 https://t.co/2Nd0J1eCZs
It's #PoisonPreventionWeek! Did you know we host our region’s Poison Control Center? When the unexpected happens, our nurses & pharmacists are ready to provide free & expert advice 24/7 at (800)222-1222. Read how our experts saved an unnecessary ED trip. https://t.co/SvqIIaVwtZ
Children act fast – and so do #Poisons. Check out @EPAChemSafety's Pesticide Poison Prevention Checklist to poison-proof your home, one room at a time 🏠 #PoisonPreventionWeek #PreventPoison https://t.co/vM5uTEVTp9 @CDCgov @NationalPoison @NPICatOSU https://t.co/TmSjcT4DjJ




Legislation to reauthorize Poison Control Centers has passed out of the House Commerce Committee. Organizations like EPA, MassDPH, and ChildrensPhila are promoting Poison Prevention Week, emphasizing the importance of having the Poison Control number saved in case of emergencies.