Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center

02/12/2026

We look forward to joining The Information Center and all community partners working to "Mend the Safety Net" on March 19th. See details in the post and see you there!

Our "Mending the Safety Net" Resource Sharing Event is happening next month! This is a fantastic opportunity to network with nonprofits and access up-to-date resources from all sectors of the community. Thank you to all of our wonderful sponsors!

For more info, please send a DM!

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02/04/2026

America’s Poison Centers, in collaboration with the RAND Corporation, concluded that U.S. Poison Centers save the federal government an estimated $450 million annually in healthcare costs from federally appropriated funds.

Despite this, Poison Centers are doing more than ever with fewer resources. Overall, funding for Poison Centers has decreased from 2011 to 2024.

These funding gaps put essential, life-saving services at risk. Sustained investment is critical to ensure Poison Centers remain available 24/7 for every community.

Read more at https://bit.ly/4qHkwWj

02/04/2026

Poison Centers save lives and money. 💚 A new RAND Corporation study shows US Poison Centers deliver $3.1 billion in annual benefits, reducing emergency department visits, hospital stays, transportation costs, and risk of death. Every $1 invested returns $16.77 in savings, helping prevent an estimated $450 million in annual healthcare costs. Yet funding for Poison Centers has dropped 8% since 2011. Poison Centers are doing more with less — and remain a critical, life-saving public health resource.

01/29/2026

Do you know all the ways that Poison Centers support families and communities? The benefits go beyond 24/7 emergency help to families and healthcare providers. Poison Centers are a critical part of the nation's healthcare system with trained specialists and board-certified toxicologists.

A new report from the RAND Corporation concluded that Poison Centers help reduce emergency department visits, shorten hospital stays, reduce risk of death, improve patient outcomes, and support public health surveillance all the while improving peace of mind for families and healthcare providers.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4qHkwWj

01/26/2026

According to a new report, for every $1 invested in Poison Center services, communities receive $16.77 in benefits.

Benefits include 24/7 expert clinical guidance by trained specialists and board-certified toxicologists, prevention and education programs, disaster response assistance, and life-saving help when it matters most.

Read more at https://bit.ly/4qHkwWj

01/23/2026

Hello Michigan students and educators. See details for the NPPW poster and video contest in the link. Entries are due by February 3, 2026. Good Luck!

The National Poison Prevention Week Video and Poster Contest is now OPEN! 📣

Raise awareness and tell your friends about how to stay safe from poisoning! This year's theme is “When the Unexpected Happens, Poison Help is here for you.”

Students in grades 5-12 can submit a video, students in grades K-4 can participate in the poster contest.

Entries are due on: February 3, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. CT. Winners earn a cash prize! Head to bit.ly/nppw-contest-2026 for more information.

01/22/2026

Hello,Michigan students and educators! There is still time to submit your posters and videos for the America's Poison Centers National Poison Prevention Week contest. Learn more from the APC at https://poisoncenters.org/nppw Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential Michigan Department of Education Livonia Public Schools Hamtramck Public Schools Detroit Public Schools Parent Page (DPSPP) Flint Neighborhoods United The Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods Prevention Network Michigan Michigan Youth Challenge Academy

Remember: the National Poison Prevention Week Video and Poster Contest is OPEN! 📣

Help tell your friends about poison dangers and how to stay safe from poisoning — you could even win a cash prize!

Deadline for entry is February 3, 2026. For more information and to enter, head to bit.ly/nppw-contest-2026.

01/21/2026

A new independent report from the RAND Corporation published today confirms that U.S. Poison Centers are an essential life-saving service that saves approximately $3.1 billion in annual healthcare costs and benefits.

Poison Centers are a critical part of our nation’s emergency response, prevention and education efforts, and public health surveillance.

Through the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222), Poison Centers provide 24/7 fast, free, expert guidance to people when they need it most.
Read the full report at https://bit.ly/4qHkwWj

America's Poison Centers

11/19/2025

Myth: “Acetaminophen is completely harmless because you can buy it over-the-counter.”
Fact: Even though acetaminophen is widely available, it can be dangerous when taken incorrectly. Taking more than the recommended dose—or accidentally doubling up with cold, flu, or multi-symptom medicines that also contain acetaminophen—can lead to serious liver damage.

Always read the label, use the proper dosing device, and avoid stacking medicines with the same active ingredient.

If you have questions about acetaminophen dosing, mixing medications, or possible side effects, the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center is here to help 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.

11/14/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the MiPDC 2nd Annual Acute Care Toxicology Symposium on November 13, 2025! Your engagement and expertise help strengthen our shared mission of advancing toxicology and improving patient care.

A special thank you to our event sponsor, SERB Pharmaceuticals, for supporting this year’s symposium.

11/11/2025

We were welcomed by Flint Neighborhoods United on November 1, 2025. I look forward to connecting with all the wonderful organizations and people serving the Flint area again soon!

11/11/2025

We wish all a Happy Veterans Day! Wayne State University School of Medicine Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Michigan.gov Wayne State University

To our incredible Warrior Veterans: Thank you. We're honored to have you as a part of the Wayne State University community. We see your strength and honor your sacrifice. Happy Veterans Day!