West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC)

01/09/2026

Back when we memorized phone numbers… this was the one worth saving. ☎️
Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222
Still clutch. Still lifesaving.

01/08/2026

Cold weather brings car care—and antifreeze risks. 🧊
Antifreeze poisoning can be life-threatening, especially for children and pets.
Lock it up, clean spills promptly, and call 1-800-222-1222 for immediate guidance if there’s an exposure.

Cold weather brings car care—and antifreeze risks. 🧊
Antifreeze poisoning can be life-threatening, especially for children and pets.
Lock it up, clean spills promptly, and call 1-800-222-1222 for immediate guidance if there’s an exposure.

01/07/2026

Taking a dose twice can happen more easily than you think. If you’re unsure whether you already took your medicine, pause and call the poison center for guidance before taking more.
☎️1-800-222-1222

Taking a dose twice can happen more easily than you think. If you’re unsure whether you already took your medicine, pause and call the Poison Center for guidance before taking more.

☎️1-800-222-1222

01/02/2026

Start the New Year right.
Save the Poison Help number now so expert help is always just a call away.
☎️1-800-222-1222

01/02/2026

This is a deadly dose of fentanyl. This image from the DEA shows a potentially deadly dose of fentanyl on the point of a number 2 pencil for size reference.
Fake pills can be deadly if they are contaminated with fentanyl or other substances. Only use medications obtained from licensed pharmacies.
If you have questions about fentanyl, call the Poison Help line 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, non-judgmental help.

01/02/2026

New year, same lifesaving number. Save it now and call anytime you need us. Happy New Year! ☎️ 1-800-222-1222

New year, same lifesaving number. Save it now and call anytime you need us. Happy New Year! ☎️✨ 1-800-222-1222

12/30/2025

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound®) are typically used to manage diabetes or for weight loss. They can be safe and effective when used as prescribed, but taking the wrong amount or mixing with other medications can cause unwanted side effects.
If you’re ever unsure about a medication, side effect, or interaction, don't wait: call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, confidential help from medical experts and the general public. Call us, we can Help!

12/29/2025

New toys this season? Even screw-secured battery compartments can fail. Inspect toys often and call Poison Help immediately if a button battery is swallowed or missing.

📞 1-800-222-1222

New toys this season? Even screw-secured battery compartments can fail. Inspect toys often and call Poison Help immediately if a button battery is swallowed or missing.
📞 1-800-222-1222

12/29/2025

Popular gift. Serious risk.
Water beads can expand inside the body if swallowed and are especially dangerous for babies and toddlers.

📞 Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Popular gift. Serious risk.
Water beads can expand inside the body if swallowed and are especially dangerous for babies and toddlers.
📞 Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Poison Center! Wishing you a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday.