Poison Control & webPOISONCONTROL

Twenty years on the force taught Detective Justin Case that some mysteries take patience. Turns out, this one didn’t. Found a pill and don’t know what it is? poison.org’s Pill ID Tool identifies it in seconds — free & accurate. pill-id.webpoisoncontrol.org… #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Once upon a time, a curious little explorer found a “pretty blue liquid”. 💙 Mom got anxious (and said a few bad words), but she knew just what to do: go to poison.org and use webPOISONCONTROL. About 2 minutes. Free. Confidential. Expert-written advice. Happy Baby Safety Month! #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol #BabySafetyMonth #ToddlerSafety

Good news: wearing white after Labor Day won't poison you. But using these things incorrectly, any time of year, might. Mothballs, toothpaste, glue, dryer sheets, Magic Erasers... free help anytime: webPOISONCONTROL online or call a poison center at 1-800-222-1222. #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Spotted lanternflies don't bite or sting, and aren't known to be toxic to people. Eating one might cause a brief upset stomach, that's it. They ARE a destructive invasive pest, so keep it up: crush them, destroy egg masses, and check gear before you travel. Questions? webPOISONCONTROL can help. #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol #SpottedLanternfly #InvasiveSpecieshttps://www.poison.org/articles/spotted-lanternflies

Happy International Essential Oils Day! Quick safety note: natural doesn't mean harmless. Wintergreen, camphor, eucalyptus, and pennyroyal can cause seizures in tiny amounts if swallowed. They're also not well regulated, so what's in the bottle can vary. Keep them locked up, out of kids and pets’ reach. Swallowed some? webPOISONCONTROL can help. Learn more here: poison.org/articles/essentia… #poisoncontrol #EssentialOilsDay

Deodorant and antiperspirant aren't the same: deodorant controls odor, antiperspirant reduces sweat (that's the aluminum). Despite the myth, there's no solid evidence linking either one to breast cancer. Both are safe when used as directed, though fragrances can cause skin allergies. Kid licked or ate some? webPOISONCONTROL can help. Read more: poison.org/articles/are-deod… #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol #DeodorantSafety #MythBusting

You know fireworks can burn you. Did you know they can poison you too? 🎇 Sparklers: metallic fuel + oxidizers like barium nitrate Snake pellets (domestic): ammonium perchlorate, asphalt Snake pellets (imported): can have mercury, arsenic, barium salts Bang snaps: gravel + silver fulminate Swallowed = anything from an upset stomach to serious electrolyte problems. Add "no licking, no swallowing" to your fireworks safety list, and watch for smoke inhalation too. Help: webPOISONCONTROL® or 1-800-222-1222. Free, confidential, 24/7. Learn more: poison.org/articles/firework… #FireworksSafety #FourthOfJuly #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Happy #NationalRedRoseDay! 🌹 Pretty doesn’t mean harmless. See which common plants are which: poison.org/articles/plant Tasted something they shouldn’t? Skip the guessing — webPOISONCONTROL gives a fast, free answer: triage.webpoisoncontrol.org, or call a poison center at 1-800-222-1222. #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol #plantsafety

SPF on? Good. Here’s what our toxicologists want you to know about using sunscreen safely — including what to do if it ends up in someone’s eyes, mouth, or causes a rash. Because it happens. ☀️ #SunSafety ✅ Apply 15–30 min before going outside; reapply every 2 hours ✅ SPF 15–30 broad spectrum is sufficient for most people — don’t skip cloudy days 🚫 Babies under 6 months: no sunscreen — shade and protective clothing only 😬 Small amount swallowed? Low toxicity — mild stomach upset is possible; serious effects are unlikely 👁️ In the eyes? Rinse with running water for 15–20 minutes immediately 🌿 Skin rash? Ingredients like oxybenzone can cause photoallergic dermatitis — try switching formulas Sunscreen mishap? Free, confidential guidance in under 3 min: triage.webpoisoncontrol.org More expert info: search “sunscreen” at poison.org #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol #SummerSafety #SkinProtection

Your toddler ate toothpaste. Take a breath; small amounts rarely cause more than a stomach ache. Offer milk or yogurt (calcium helps bind fluoride!) and don't induce vomiting. Still worried? Get answers in under 3 min: triage.webpoisoncontrol.org #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

🐝 World Bee Day: honey & babies, bee stings, honey eye drops. Three things worth knowing. Buzz on over to poison.org, free, 24/7. Share to spread the word; you may save a life!

Summer’s almost here ⛽ Gasoline safety: store it in child-resistant jugs (not drink bottles), use only in ventilated spaces, and never siphon by mouth, use a pump. Exposure? Free help at poison.org. PLEASE RETWEET! (Re-X?) #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Pain reliever trivia: one turns your pee orange, one is hiding in 600+ products, and one is an opioid most people don't recognize. webPOISONCONTROL has helped 95K people with analgesic mishaps. poison.org #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Accidentally double-dosed your kid's medicine? It happens more than you think. webPOISONCONTROL has handled 134,793 double dose cases since 2015. Free expert guidance at poison.org #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Happy #NationalSuperheroDay! It's What's in That? Wednesday. Makeup. Hemorrhoid cream. Accidental double dose. webPOISONCONTROL is the superhero you didn't know you needed. Free expert guidance at poison.org. #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

20K+ parents & caregivers of kids <13 have used webPOISONCONTROL for hand sanitizer ingestion since 2015. Pretty bottles. Delicious scents. Kids who treat danger like a full-time job. A lick = low-risk. More = get help at poison.org. #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Happy 4/20. 🍬 Launching My Kid Ate… Monday. Ep 1: weed gummies. Kids can't tell THC edibles from candy — they're professional finders. Symptoms are delayed. Don't wait and see. poison.org | 1-800-222-1222 #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol

Happy Blah Blah Blah Day. Safety tips you tune out, translated. poison.org #webpoisoncontrol #poisoncontrol