In 2017, the Maryland Poison Center (MPC) responded to roughly 32,000 calls about exposures in people. Learn about the top three exposures for every age group based on the calls we received.
Teens Archive
OTC Medicine Safety for All Ages
Some people think OTC medicines are safer than prescription medicines. But, all medicines can be harmful if not used correctly. Follow these tips to make sure your family uses OTC medicines safely.
Back to School Poison Safety for All Ages
Tips and advice to help your family have a safe, healthy, and happy start to the new school year.
The laundry pod challenge: why are teens doing it?
Poison centers in the US started receiving calls about exposures to single load laundry packets, more commonly known as laundry pods, in 2012. These exposures were most common in kids 5 and under. Since 2015, the number of exposures reported
5 substances misused by pre-teens and teens
Parents, do you feel like you are always one-step behind your kids when it comes to their knowledge of the world they live in? If so, you’re not alone! Evidence shows children whose parents talk to them about substance abuse
What your babysitter needs to know about the poison center
Trusting someone else to watch your child can be difficult. Know that the Maryland Poison Center has your back. Poisonings are most common in kids, and most of the time they happen at home. So before you go out for