Virginia Poison Center

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🚨A frequently asked question - "What can I do with all of the unused medicines I have at home?" offers an EASY, SAFE a...
10/22/2025

🚨A frequently asked question - "What can I do with all of the unused medicines I have at home?"

offers an EASY, SAFE and FREE opportunity for communities across the nation to dispose of old medications discreetly. On October 25th, from 10am to 2pm, bring your unused prescription drugs to a nearby collection site.
➡ https://www.dea.gov/takebackday -locator

10/22/2025

We are excited to announce today the launch of a three-year partnership with Safe Kids Worldwide, an organization dedicated to reducing preventable injuries to children ages 0-19.

This first-of-its-kind partnership will leverage data from the National Poison Data System to conduct a joint research study and engage Safe Kids’ extensive partner network to raise awareness about poison prevention.

This includes providing families with the tools they need to prevent poisonings and keep children safe at home and in their communities.

For more information, visit: https://www.poisoncenters.org/news-alerts/13554847

10/21/2025

⚠️ Dry ice can help create a spooky atmosphere for Halloween, but it also can be dangerous if used improperly.
✔ Handle dry ice carefully – it can cause burns and is harmful if swallowed. Also, do not store dry ice in the freezer or in an unventilated area.

📞 If you or someone you know accidentally gets burned or ingests dry ice, or if you have questions, call at 1-800-222-1222.

🍝 It's ! Here are a few food safety reminders to help you avoid foodborne illnesses in the home as you cook.📞 1-800-222...
10/17/2025

🍝 It's ! Here are a few food safety reminders to help you avoid foodborne illnesses in the home as you cook.

📞 1-800-222-1222 Call if you have questions or suspect a poisoning due to food poisoning.

👀 Have you taken a good look in your medicine cabinet lately? Do you have expired medications you no longer need? These ...
10/16/2025

👀 Have you taken a good look in your medicine cabinet lately? Do you have expired medications you no longer need?

These can put your family, friends, & self at risk for unintentional or intentional poisonings. Clean out and dispose of medications on October 25th from 10AM-2PM at a prescription drug take back event near you!
👉 https://www.dea.gov/takebackday -locator

10/15/2025

⚠️ Glow sticks are bright, but don't take a bite!

📞1-800-222-1222 Don't hesitate, call if you find yourself in a glow stick predicament this spooky season! Our nurses specialize in poison information and are ready to provide assistance 24/7.

🍰 Yum, it's ! A few food safety tips to keep in mind:✔ wash hands, surfaces, & utensils after handling raw ingredients ...
10/14/2025

🍰 Yum, it's ! A few food safety tips to keep in mind:
✔ wash hands, surfaces, & utensils after handling raw ingredients like flour, dough & eggs
✔ cook products with raw dough or eggs thoroughly to ensure any harmful bacteria are killed
✔ follow package directions/recipe for proper baking temp and time
✔ separate raw and ready-to-eat foods
❌Don't taste/eat raw dough or batter

If you have questions or suspect a poisoning due to foodborne illnesses, give the line a call at 1-800-222-1222.

👏 From The Home Depot Safety Day at Store #4627 in Midlothian to the Richmond International Airport (RIC) Safety Fair, ...
10/13/2025

👏 From The Home Depot Safety Day at Store #4627 in Midlothian to the Richmond International Airport (RIC) Safety Fair, we had a great time seeing/meeting so many members of the community and sharing valuable information about poison centers and poison prevention last week!

Do you have a community resource/health fair coming up?
E-mail ➡ poisoncenter@vcuhealth.org

Cannabis can impair your ability to drive, just like alcohol! It can:🔴 slow your reaction time 🔴 affect your coordinatio...
10/13/2025

Cannabis can impair your ability to drive, just like alcohol! It can:
🔴 slow your reaction time
🔴 affect your coordination
🔴 impair your judgment

Even if you think you feel fine stay put, use public transit, call a ride share, or catch a ride with a sober friend.

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