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Disclaimer: Poisonings and overdose questions will not be answered on our page. Call 1-800-222-1222

11/03/2026

Cold and flu season is here! Follow these tips from our experts to use medicine safely:
• Read and follow the medicine label before using.
• Be aware of the active ingredients of a product. Avoid using multiple products with the same active ingredients to prevent an accidental overdose.
• Keep all medicine up, away, and out of sight of children.

11/02/2026

Daylight Savings Time is over and it’s time to change your clocks back. Now is a great time to check the batteries on your carbon monoxide (CO) alarm to keep everyone in your home safe. For questions or exposures to CO, call 1-800-222-1222.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! Here are some tips to make sure you and your family are celebrating safely. For poisonings or questions, our experts are available 24/7- even on Halloween! Call 1-800-222-1222 for Poison Help.

10/30/2026

Happy American Pharmacists Month! Join us in celebrating the pharmacists at the MPC who provide expert guidance and help protect people every day. Thank you for all you do!

10/29/2026

Happy National Cat Day! Check out these top five common cat poisons. Keep your feline friend safe by storing all potential poisons up, away, and out of their sight. For Pet Poison Helpline call 1-800-213-6680. For ASPCA call 888-426-4435.

10/28/2026

An exposure to glow stick liquid may lead to unwanted symptoms such as itchiness and upset stomach. Remind kids not to chew on, break open, or bend glow sticks too hard. For more information. Read our previously published glow sticks blog- https://bit.ly/4novxJz

10/27/2026

Happy Pharmacists’ Month! Let’s hear from our poison specialist, Noelle. Join us in thanking Noelle for all her hard work to help keep our community healthy!

10/27/2026

Dry ice can create a spooky atmosphere for Halloween, but it can also be dangerous if used incorrectly. Handle dry ice carefully- it can cause burns and is harmful if swallowed. Also, do not store dry ice in the freezer or in an unventilated area.
If you or someone you know gets burned by or ingests dry ice, or if you have questions, call us at 1-800-222-1222.

10/26/2026

It’s Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Week! CO is a colorless, odorless gas that is deadly. Protect yourself by installing at least one CO alarm in your home. Learn more about CO poisoning prevention in our blog- http://bit.ly/35GGOzT

10/25/2026

To continue our Pharmacists' Month celebration, let's hear from our poison expert, Jennifer. Join us in thanking Jennifer for all her hard work to help keep our community healthy!

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