Infographic: What is webPOISONCONTROL®?
Why webPOISONCONTROL?
The problem
6,000 people call US poison centers for poison exposures every day.
BUT 4,000 to 9,000 more people per day with a don’t call for help with a poison exposure
What’s wrong with that?
Many people just guess whether a possible poison exposure is serious.
Expert-verified information can prevent serious illness, even death, and avoid unnecessary healthcare costs, frustration and wasted time.
Why aren’t they calling a poison center?
“I don’t like talking on the phone."
“I’m embarrassed.”
“I don’t want my kids to hear and get scared.”
“I’m afraid I’ll be judged.”
“I despise phone queues.”
The solution: webPOISONCONTROL provides free, fast and accurate guidance for poison exposures online.
Simple question and answer format
Over 96% of users find it quick and easy to use
Barcode scanning for easy product identification
Written recommendations are provided on screen and via email so the user can review the recommendations later
Personalized recommendations in less than 3 minutes
So use webPOISONCONTROL for quick and easy online help next time:
Grandma takes the wrong pill
That blue liquid wasn't sports drink
You spray cleaner in your eye
Your toddler eats a berry from the yard
You take a double-dose of your medicine
Your son gets into that bottle of pills
Your child eats lipstick
Your teen is bitten by a spider
Try the tool online at webPOISONCONTROL or download it free on the App Store or Google Play.
Of course, you can always call your poison center at 1-800-222-1222.