Press Releases

October, 2024

Keep Uninvited Spirits from Spoiling Halloween with these 13 “Tips for Treats” from California Poison Control System

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When There’s Fire, There’s Smoke. California Poison Control System Warns of Wildfire Smoke Dangers

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Tempted to Skip the Pharmacy and Get Your Meds Online? California Poison Control System Suggests You Think Before You Click

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Help Keep Kids Drug Free: California Poison Control System Encourages Everyone to Observe Red Ribbon Week October 23–31

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California Poison Control System Encourages Everyone to Observe Lead Poison Prevention Week, Held October 20-26

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September, 2024

Suicide Prevention Strategies with the Poison Center

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July, 2024

California Poison Control System Urges Everyone to Practice Sun Safety

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Close Encounters of the Stinging Kind? Five Tips from California Poison Control System to Prevent and Treat Insect Stings

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June, 2024

California Poison Control System Safety Alert: Don’t Put Yourself in Danger for More “Likes”

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California Poison Control System Offers Seven Timely Safety Tips for National Safety Month

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California Poison Control System Advises Consumers to Be Cautious About Consuming Mushroom-Infused Edibles

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May, 2024

That Strange New Itch Just Might Be Poison Oak—Is It A Nuisance Or A Danger? Advice From California Poison Control

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April, 2024

“Save the Date!” Says California Poison Control: April 27 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

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9 Poison Proofing Tips from California Poison Control for Earth Day

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Can You Recognize the Plants and Mushrooms in Your Garden and in the Wild that are Toxic?

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March, 2024

California Poison Control Encourages Everyone to Observe National Poison Prevention Week, Held March 17-23

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February, 2024

Watch: A Day of Rattlesnake Awareness & Safety

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From the California Poison Control System Pesticide Playbook: “What’s the Most Important Thing to Do When Working with Pesticides? Read the Label!

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Enjoy a Healthier Baby Bump by Avoiding Food Poisoning, Advises California Poison Contro

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One Shot or Ten? How Much is Too Much Before Alcohol Poisoning Strikes?

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January, 2024

“Take Two of These” and You May Not Be Calling Anyone in the Morning

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Odorless, Colorless, Tasteless… and It Can Kill You or Your Loved Ones in Hours or Even Minute

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Make a New Year’s Resolution to Protect Kids from Cannabis Edibles, Says California Poison Control

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December, 2023

'Tis the Season for “Button” Batteries… and California Poison Control Urges Extra Caution

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Santa Shouldn’t be the Only One Making a List and Checking It Twice, Warns California Poison Control

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Don’t Get Your Tinsel in a Tangle: California Poison Control | Cautions How Unexpected Holiday Hazards Can Spoil the Season

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Are Your Holiday Plants Safe for You and Your Children or Pets? California Poison Control Has the Answers!

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November, 2023

Wild Mushroom Foraging Can be Dangerous, Warns California Poison Control

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California Poison Control Observes National Child Safety and Protection Month

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California Poison Control Wants Everyone to Safely Observe National Injury Prevention Day on November 18

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Pass the Turkey, Not the Food Poisoning: California Poison Control Offers 8 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving

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October, 2023

California Poison Control Observes Lead Poisoning Prevention Week October 22–28 to Warn About the Many Dangers of Lead Poisoning

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Halloween Safety

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California Poison Control Encourages Everyone to Observe | Red Ribbon Week October 23–31

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September, 2023

Food Safety for Special Events

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