Skin lightening products often say they’ll give you lighter, clearer skin and reduce the appearance of dark spots on your face, like acne scars or freckles. However, many skin lightening products contain dangerous ingredients that can actually harm the health of your skin and cause serious, long-term health problems.
Mushrooms: Hungry for Trouble
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As winter fades, mushroom hunters may begin looking for their favorite treats in local forests and meadows. However, mushroom picking should be done with caution, as there are many toxic mushrooms that resemble edible ones.
Meet Our Experts: Liz
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One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC), as well as our staff members. Read this Q&A to get to know one of our specialists: Liz Fugate
Student Reflections – Fall 2022
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We often have students from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy or the University of Maryland School of Nursing rotating through the poison center for their respective programs. Learn about the experiences and reflections of two students during their Fall 2022 rotations.
Meet Our Experts: Rama
![Rama Arvind](https://blog.mdpoison.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Meet-Rama-724x483.png)
One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC), as well as our staff members. Read this Q&A to get to know one of our specialists: Rama Arvind
Don’t be Spooked by these Halloween Hazards
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Is your little ghost or ghoul ready to go trick or treating? Are you having a Halloween party? Review some commonly encountered Halloween hazards to keep you and your family safe.
What You Should Know About Jimsonweed
![Capsules and seeds of the Jimson weed plant](https://blog.mdpoison.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Jimsonweed-724x483.jpg)
Jimsonweed, also known as “thorn apple” or “devil’s trumpet,” is a plant that’s flowers bloom in the summer and seed pods bloom in the fall. All parts of this plant – seeds, stems, leaves, roots, and flowers – are poisonous
Meet Our Experts: Noelle
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One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC), as well as our staff members. Read this Q&A to get to know one of our specialists: Noelle Etube.
There’s Something Fishy Going On
![Side view of a Lionfish swimming in tank](https://blog.mdpoison.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Fishy-724x483.jpg)
Going fishing and/or eating fish is a common activity. But did you know that certain fish can cause poisonings in humans?
Meet Our Experts: Masha
![Masha Yemets](https://blog.mdpoison.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Meet-Masha-724x483.png)
One of the goals of our eAntidote blog is to introduce you to the real poison experts who answer the phones at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC), as well as our staff members. Read this Q&A to get to know our toxicology fellow: Masha Yemets.