Celebratory Poison Prevention Events from March 20-26, 2022
Virtual Rattlesnake Awareness Day
View our Facebook Page @calpoison for the live recording from March 22, 2022. Learn about rattlesnake bites and poison exposure, rattlesnake safety and first aid tips, and how to get help in the event of a snake bite. Presented live at Fresno Chaffee Zoo by Dr. Rais Vohra, Medical Director of California Poison Control System Fresno/Madera Division, and Mark Halvorsen, Curator of Reptiles at Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Community-Based Organization 2022 National Poison Prevention Week Activities
Seven 30-min TV programs on Hmong TV & 60-sec commercials on KBIF 900AM.
2nd Annual Kids Poison Prevention Art Contest.
Poison Prevention Awareness Virtual Concert.
Educational outreach to FIRM's Family Literacy Center for age groups 0 to 5.
Collaborating Partners and Support
National Poison Prevention Week 2022 is supported by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) and the Governor of California. View this year's Governor's Proclamation in support of Poison Prevention Week.
"As we recognize National Poison Prevention Week, I encourage all Californians to ask, “how safe is my home?” Awareness of potentially harmful substances and diligence in safeguarding family members from exposure are key to ensuring the home is a safe space. Best practices include storing cosmetics and personal care products out of sight and reach of children, locking away cleaning products when not in use, and keeping medication containers closed." Governor Gavin Newsom
California Poison Control System collaborates with community organizations throughout California. Contact the Health Education Program team ([email protected]) for partnership opportunities and presentation requests.
Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Fresno Interdenominational Refugee Ministries joined in Poison Prevention Week public events. Other organizations participating are Safe Kids Central, Head Start, Folsom Cordova Community Partnership, and more.
Health Education Resources
Would you like to learn more about poison safety? Access free resources, materials, and programs to help minimize poisonings in your community. Visit Health Education Resources.
