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The Georgia Poison Center has been serving the residents of Georgia for more than 4 decades! We are

08/28/2025

Melatonin is often seen as safe, but too much can cause:
💤 Nausea, dizziness, headaches, or vomiting
💊 Store like any medicine—locked and away from children
📞 If a child takes too much, call the : 1-800-222-1222

08/26/2025

Mixing bleach with vinegar or ammonia can create deadly fumes like chlorine gas.
🚫 Avoid mixing cleaners—even common ones
📦 Read labels carefully
😷 If you smell something strong or feel dizzy, get fresh air and call the at 1-800-222-1222

08/24/2025

If you think someone was poisoned—act fast.
📵 Don’t waste time searching online
📞 Call the : 1-800-222-1222
🕐 Open 24/7. Expert help. Always free.

08/22/2025

DIY slime, kits, and experiments often use borax, glue, or hydrogen peroxide.
🧫 These can cause skin burns or eye injury
👀 Always supervise and read labels
📞 In case of exposure, call the at 1-800-222-1222

08/20/2025

Teens are curious and may experiment with substances or participate in social media
challenges. For when your teen is curious, remember to:
💬 Talk openly about the dangers of substances and social media challenges.
💬 Teach your teen about the line and encourage them to save the number in their phone: 1-800-222-1222.
💬 Call the if you have questions about potential poisons.
Calling us is always free, fast, confidential, and non-judgmental.

08/18/2025

Bright cleaners in cups or unlabeled bottles can lead to accidental poisoning.
🛑 Never transfer chemicals to drink bottles
🔒 Always store securely
📞 Questions or accidents? Call the at 1-800-222-1222

08/16/2025

Brightly colored and squishy—kids think they’re toys.
🧼 Laundry pods can burn the mouth and throat
🧒 Always lock cabinets with cleaning products
📞 Call the immediately if a child bites into one: 1-800-222-1222

08/14/2025

Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and deadly.
⚠️ Traveling at slow speeds or idling in the water can cause carbon monoxide to build up on the boat.
Swim and play away from the engine exhaust vents.
😴 Symptoms: headache, dizziness, fatigue
📞 Suspect CO poisoning? Call the at 1-800-222-1222

08/12/2025

Leaves of three? Let it be!
🍃 Poison ivy/oak causes painful rashes
💧 Wash skin immediately
❓ Unsure? Call the for help: 1-800-222-1222

08/10/2025

Button batteries can burn through tissue in under 2 hours.
⚠️ Secure remotes, toys, and hearing aids
🚨 If swallowed, don’t induce vomiting—get emergency help
📞 Call the at 1-800-222-1222 right away

08/08/2025

Georgia’s forests are full of mushrooms—but many are toxic.
🍄 Never eat wild mushrooms unless identified by an expert
🤢 Symptoms may be delayed
📞 If ingestion occurs, call the immediately: 1-800-222-1222

08/06/2025

Bee, wasp, fire ant, or spider bites can lead to serious reactions.
❗ Know the signs of allergic response
🚨 Don’t rely on the internet for advice
📞 Call the for guidance, day or night: 1-800-222-1222

Address

80 Jesse Hill Jr Drive SE
Atlanta, GA
30303

Telephone

+18002221222

Website

http://www.georgiapoisoncenter.org/

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