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December 24, 2022 A dozen Californians overdose on this holiday spice every year
November 23, 2022 Thanksgiving safety tips from California Poison Control
November 10, 2022 California Poison Control observes National Child Safety and Protection Month
November 10, 2022 A mom was charged with murder when her 4 year-old died after eating THC gummies. Doctors still aren't sure if it's possible for a child to die from a marijuana overdose.
October 3, 2022 California Poison Control warns picking wild mushrooms can be deadly
September 6, 2022

California Poison Control observes September Baby Safety Month

August 9, 2022 Drug's expiration date not always clear-cut
July 22, 2022 Opioid Overdoses Continue to Kill Americans: Comprehensive Policy Action Needed
July 19, 2022 The summer disease – lead poisoning warning
July 7, 2022

Howarth Park boat rentals closed due to blue-green algae bloom

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