03/17/2026
March 15–21, 2026 is National Poison Prevention Week.
It’s a good reminder to make sure medications, vitamins, and other household products are stored safely and out of reach of children or anyone else who could accidentally take them. Accidental poisonings can happen faster than people realize, and a few simple precautions can make a big difference.
If you ever have a question or an emergency involving medications, cleaning products, insect bites, or food poisoning, Poison Help is available 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222. Save the number in your phone now so it’s easy to find if you ever need it.
America’s Poison Centers also has an interactive online tool, to provide quick, expert answers to questions about poisoning. Visit www.poisonhelp.org, answer a few simple questions, and receive immediate treatment advice.
Learn more from America’s Poison Centers:
https://poisoncenters.org/nppw