Maryland Poison Center (MPC)

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Even over-the-counter medicines can be harmful if used incorrectly. Use them as directed on the label, keep track of wha...
12/05/2025

Even over-the-counter medicines can be harmful if used incorrectly. Use them as directed on the label, keep track of what you take, and let your health care provider or pharmacist know what’s in your routine.

Getting your home holiday-ready? Before you add those festive plants, check out our blog to see which seasonal favorites...
12/04/2025

Getting your home holiday-ready? Before you add those festive plants, check out our blog to see which seasonal favorites are safe to decorate with- https://bit.ly/3qMf463

As it gets colder, don’t be tempted to run your car inside your garage to warm it up- even if the door is open! This can...
12/03/2025

As it gets colder, don’t be tempted to run your car inside your garage to warm it up- even if the door is open! This can put you at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning which can cause serious health risks.

This please consider donating to support our work in keeping Maryland and D.C. residents safe and healthy. We provide ...
12/02/2025

This please consider donating to support our work in keeping Maryland and D.C. residents safe and healthy. We provide fast and free poison control services for our callers and could not do it without our community support! Please visit https://bit.ly/MPCDonate

Essential oils can make you feel relaxed and your home feel cozy- just be sure you’re using them wisely. Always read and...
12/01/2025

Essential oils can make you feel relaxed and your home feel cozy- just be sure you’re using them wisely. Always read and follow the label and store them safely. Read more in our blog- http://bit.ly/2GcwbXu

Have leftovers from your feast? Before you pick up a fork, make sure they have not been unrefrigerated for longer than...
11/28/2025

Have leftovers from your feast? Before you pick up a fork, make sure they have not been unrefrigerated for longer than 2 hours and that you eat or freeze them within 3-4 days to prevent food poisoning.

Happy Thanksgiving from the MPC! Our team is available and ready to help, even during the holidays. We’re grateful for a...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the MPC! Our team is available and ready to help, even during the holidays. We’re grateful for all the first responders and health professionals also working hard to keep Maryland safe this .

Got turkey troubles this ? The Butterball Turkey Talk Line is here to help with cooking tips and food safety expertise,...
11/26/2025

Got turkey troubles this ? The Butterball Turkey Talk Line is here to help with cooking tips and food safety expertise, and are just a call away. Just call 1-800-BUTTERBALL or text 844-877-3456 to chat with turkey experts.

Did you know washing a turkey can do more harm than good? Rinsing it can spread bacteria around your sink and nearby sur...
11/24/2025

Did you know washing a turkey can do more harm than good? Rinsing it can spread bacteria around your sink and nearby surfaces, raising the risk of food poisoning. Stay safe and skip the rinse!

Get to know our poison specialist, Robert, on our new blog. Find out how he ended up as a specialist here at the MPC and...
11/24/2025

Get to know our poison specialist, Robert, on our new blog. Find out how he ended up as a specialist here at the MPC and why he thinks poison centers are important- https://bit.ly/43DkvJx

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