The abuse of prescription and non-prescription opioids is one of the largest public health threats in the U.S. today. Naloxone is widely recognized as a life-saving medicine that can quickly and temporarily reverse an opioid overdose. In this blog, we’ll discuss naloxone, how it works, and important information to know about preventing opioid overdose deaths.
Category: Poison Safety
The Maryland Poison Center manages cases every summer about lamp oil exposures and receives questions about what to do if someone swallows it. In this blog, we’ll discuss lamp oil safety and ways to prevent lamp oil exposures.
Summer is the season of fireworks, backyard barbecues, and gathering with family and friends. While outdoor summer parties can be fun, they can also present unexpected poison and safety hazards. In this blog, we’ll cover common seasonal hazards and share practical tips to help keep your summer parties safe and poison-free.
Spring and summer are times when many people explore the outdoors and tend to their gardens. While these activities can be fun and rewarding, they can also come with hidden risks.
In 2018, six children from Rhode Island developed vomiting and diarrhea after attending a birthday party. While some cake decorating products are safe to eat, others may contain heavy metals that can be harmful if swallowed.
There are a variety of shops that sell products you may not know are unregulated. These kinds of shops include, but aren’t limited to, gas stations, smoke or vape shops, convenience stores, and corner stores.
In this blog, we’ll explore common home remedies we hear about. We’ll explain why you shouldn’t use them, and suggest what to do instead.
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, but some common gifts and treats can be dangerous for our furry friends. Dogs and cats are curious, and even small exposures of certain items can lead to serious illness.
Essential oils are concentrated liquids extracted from plants. They are commonly are found in flavorings, air fresheners, soaps, perfumes, cleaning products, and used in diffusers for aromatherapy.
The holiday season is a time for gatherings and celebrations – and for many, enjoying festive drinks. While alcohol can be part of the fun, it also brings certain risks if not handled carefully, especially around children and guests.