Maryland Poison Center (MPC)

09/26/2025

It’s officially fall! Refresh on our poison safety tips for the season ahead- https://bit.ly/FallPoisonSafety-Info

09/25/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month. These three important phone numbers will be a lifeline in emergency situations. All of these services are free and available 24/7/365.

09/08/2025

09/01/2025

08/31/2025

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Our team supports health care providers and first responders as they save lives from overdoses every day.

08/30/2025

Have a safe ! We’re here, just a phone call away.

08/29/2025

Get to know our poison specialist, Danielle, on our new blog. Find out how she ended up as a specialist here at the MPC and why she thinks poison centers are important-

One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center, as well as our staff members. Read this Q&A below to get to know one of our specialists: Danielle Yu.

08/29/2025

It’s and Maryland’s summer is coming to an end! Before you close your pool for the season, make sure to check out this information on pool chemicals- https://bit.ly/3Whuv6F

08/27/2025

When you or your child get a new prescription, read all of the information on the label. Be sure you understand how much to take, when to take it, where to store it, and whether to take or not to take it with food. Always store the medicine up, away, and out of sight.

08/26/2025

Starting a new school year can make for hectic mornings, so make sure your new morning routine includes medicine safety. Develop a family plan for giving morning doses to avoid double dosing.

08/25/2025

Mushroom edible products are gaining popularity for their “natural” appeal and health claims. Hidden within this trend are serious risks that consumers need to understand before taking a bite or sip. Read our new blog-

Mushroom edible products are gaining popularity for their “natural” appeal and health claims. Hidden within this trend are serious risks that consumers need to understand before taking a bite or sip.

07/31/2025

Get to know our poison specialist, Regan, on our blog. Find out how she ended up as a specialist here at the MPC and why she thinks poison centers are important-

One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC), as well as our staff members. In addition to being nurses and pharmacists,