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Acetaminophen: Take it safely

Acetaminophen: Take it safely

Acetaminophen is a very safe drug to take according to label instructions. In overdose, too much acetaminophen can damage the liver. In fact, acetaminophen overdose is an important cause of liver failure and liver transplants in the US.


Top Tips for a Safe Spring Cleaning

Top Tips for a Safe Spring Cleaning

A clean home provides a healthy environment for your family, but household cleaning products can contain hazardous chemicals. It's important to be aware of the most common cleaner ingredients, what they are intended (and not intended) to do, and how to use them safely.


Poison Prevention for Infants

Poison Prevention for Infants

Check here for tips and articles on poison prevention for infants: (1) Store medicines and products in their original containers. (2) Lock medicines and household products where children cannot see or reach them. (3) Use child-resistant packaging. Replace the caps tightly. (4) Store household products in a different place from food and medicine. (5) Keep purses and briefcases out of children's reach. (6) Read the label before taking or giving medicine. 



What’s in Wood Floor Cleaners?

What’s in Wood Floor Cleaners?

A variety of cleaning products are available to maintain wood floors. Wood floor cleaners are usually based on hydrocarbons, detergents, or glycol ether solvents. Each type carries its own precautions and potential adverse effects. Floor cleaners can also contain alcohol, weak acids, or alkaline chemicals to strengthen their cleaning properties.


Poison Prevention for Toddler

Poison Prevention for Toddler

Check here for tips and articles on poison prevention in toddlers and preschoolers. Install a carbon monoxide alarm. Use child-resistant packaging. Be mindful of these especially hazardous household products: button batteries, antifreeze, windshield washer solution, drain cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, insecticides, gasoline and oils.


Poison prevention downloads

Poison prevention downloads

Help us promote poison safety. Poison prevention videos, posters, and brochures are available for download. Materials and images are for educational use. 


Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is an infection caused by tick bites. Infected ticks are carried by deer and other outdoor animals. Lyme disease usually causes a rash around the bite. Other early symptoms can include chills, fever, headache, fatigue, and joint pain. Joints, the nervous system, and the heart are sometimes damaged. Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics.


Cough and Cold Medicine Safety

Cough and Cold Medicine Safety

Home remedies such as saline drops, gentle suctioning, humidity, and fluids are more effective than medicines for young children with coughs and colds. If home remedies don't work, consult the child's health care provider.



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Learn the Poison Prevention Jingles

Learn the Poison Help jingle in English or Spanish. Use these jingles to teach the Poison Control number: 1-800-222-1222. Available for download.

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