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Press Releases
Keep Uninvited Spirits from Spoiling Halloween with these 13 “Tips for Treats” from California Poison Control System
Oct 28, 2024 | Language: English
When There’s Fire, There’s Smoke. California Poison Control System Warns of Wildfire Smoke Dangers
Oct 23, 2024 | Language: English
California Poison Control System Encourages Everyone to Observe Lead Poison Prevention Week, Held October 20-26
Oct 18, 2024 | Language: English
Help Keep Kids Drug Free: California Poison Control System Encourages Everyone to Observe Red Ribbon Week October 23–31
Oct 21, 2024 | Language: English
Tempted to Skip the Pharmacy and Get Your Meds Online? California Poison Control System Suggests You Think Before You Click
Oct 23, 2024 | Language: English
Media Coverage
The fascinating, crucial work of the Bay Area’s poison control center
November 7, 2024 | Mercury News
California Poison Control shares 13 tips to keep kids safe this Halloween
October 28, 2024 | Yahoo
Experts warn the dangers of lead during Lead Poison Prevention Week
October 22, 2024 | KTVU Fox2
It's baby rattlesnake season in California. Here's what to do—and how to stay safe
September 18, 2024 | The Sacramento Bee
Fentanyl Front & Center On August 21st 2024
August 21, 2024 | K-News Radio
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