Halloween may be over, but the candy mindset sticks around! 🍬
That's why it's important to remember that some medicines can look just like treats. Store medicines up, away, and out of sight to help keep children safe.
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⏰ When you change your clocks this weekend, add safety to your checklist. Check and replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to help protect your family year-round. #PreventPoison
🎃 Spooky cocktails can be appealing to little ones.
Keep alcohol out of reach, clean up drinks after the party, and remember, even small sips can be dangerous for children.
If a child swallows alcohol, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222
#PreventPoison #HalloweenSafety
Glow sticks can brighten Halloween night but use them safely!
• Don’t chew or bite glow sticks
• If broken, the liquid inside can irritate eyes and mouths
• Never microwave glow sticks
A little caution helps keep the fun glowing all night long!
#PreventPoison
Glow sticks can brighten Halloween night but use them safely!
• Don’t chew or bite glow sticks
• If broken, the liquid inside can irritate eyes and mouths
• Never microwave glow sticks
A little caution helps keep the fun glowing all night long!
#PreventPoison
Many Halloween treats can be dangerous for pets. Store candy safely and keep it out of reach of curious noses and paws.
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Lead exposure can come from everyday surroundings, especially in homes built before 1978. Knowing the potential sources is an important step in protecting children: cdc.gov/lead-prevention/prev….
Questions? Poison Help is just a call away: 1-800-222-1222.
#PreventPoison #LeadSafety
There is no safe level of lead in a child's blood. Even low levels of lead can affect learning, behavior, and development. Talk with your child's healthcare provider about lead testing and take steps toward a lead-free future. Learn more: ow.ly/buBz50TJTIN.
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Help make your home and community safer. Remove unused or expired medications and dispose of them properly to reduce the risk of accidental poisoning and misuse. Get ready for #TakeBackDay on Saturday, Oct. 24 and find a collection site at DEATakeBack.com. #PreventPoison
🧼 Wash your hands before and after handling food to help prevent foodborne illness. Use soap and clean, running water, scrub for 20 seconds, and dry with a clean towel or air dry. Clean hands = safer meals! 🍽️ #PreventPoison
Even small amounts of lead can have lasting effects on a child’s health and development. Take steps today to help create a safer, lead-free future for your family. Learn more: ow.ly/kgVf50ToEwG.
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Curious kids love to explore, and bags can hold more than you realize. Medicines, supplements, cosmetics, and hand sanitizers should stay out of reach of little hands.
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🏠 Create a Lead-Safe Home
• Leave shoes at the door
• Check for peeling or chipping paint
• Be aware that lead dust can hide in soil and household dust
Small actions today can help protect children's health for years to come: ow.ly/Lg5B50TJU5g.
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Edible cannab*s can be very strong. If you choose to use them, start low and wait before taking more. Avoid mixing with alcohol or medications.
If you feel unexpected effects like anxiety, paranoia, or hallucinations, call Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222.
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People call, text, and chat the #988Lifeline to talk about a variety of emotional needs - not just during a crisis. Whatever your reason, the 988 Lifeline is there to help. There is hope. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org.
☕Happy #NationalCoffeeDay! Remember, caffeine can interact with some medications and supplements. Talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider if you have questions. #PreventPoison
🚨 September = #NationalPreparednessMonth
Get ready before emergencies happen:
✅ Know the risks
✅ Make a plan
✅ Build your kit
📱 Save 1‑800‑222‑1222 — Poison Help
Learn more: ow.ly/cMpV50TjaiY
#BePrepared #PreventPoison #EmergencyReady
Bottle‑feeding safety matters, follow these tips to protect your little one: wash hands 🧼, use clean bottles ✔️, mix formula with safe water 💧, never dilute 🚫, shake 🔄, warm safely 🔥, and toss leftovers 🗑️. Small steps = safer bottle time.
#FoodSafety #PreventPoison
Got a new baby at home? Congrats!
They'll be on the move before you know it—crawling, exploring, and getting into everything.
Be prepared: save the #PoisonHelp number in your phone now → 1-800-222-1222.
#BabySafetyMonth #ParentTips
Keep baby food safe:
✔️ Scoop into a clean bowl
🔥 Heat just the portion you’ll use
🗓️ Label jars, finish within 1–2 days
❄️ Skip saving food exposed to saliva — bacteria can grow quickly
Smart handling = safer mealtime.
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