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Poison Safety Archive

04 May 2023

What You Should Know About Skin Lightening Products

Guest Staff Cosmetics, Skin Exposures, Skin Lightening Products Leave a Comment
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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.

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21 April 2023

Mushrooms: Hungry for Trouble

Guest Staff Mushrooms Leave a Comment
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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.

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16 February 2023

Talking With Your Pre-Teen or Teen about Medicines and Other Substances

Emily Pre-Teens, Substance Abuse, Teens Leave a Comment
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Pre-teens and teens make up about 17 percent of cases managed by the Maryland Poison Center annually. Studies suggest you should start talking with children about substances when they are an early pre-teen. Let’s review medicines and other substances they may be using.

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26 January 2023

Food Safety for the Big Game

Emily Alcohol, Cannabis, Food Poisoning, Food Safety Leave a Comment
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Gearing up for the big game? Whether you are watching with your family or having a party with friends, don’t invite food poisoning to the watch party!

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18 January 2023

Babysitting Poison Safety

Emily Babysitter, Grandparents Leave a Comment
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Poisonings are very common in children under the age of six, and 90 percent of the time they happen at home! So before you go out for a date night, talk with your babysitter about poison safety.

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17 November 2022

Poison Safety Tips While Traveling

Emily Food Safety, Medicine, Risk Factors, Safe Storage, Traveling Leave a Comment
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Poisonings don’t take a vacation. They happen 365 days a year. Stay safe while away with these tips!

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26 October 2022

Don’t be Spooked by these Halloween Hazards

Guest Staff Halloween Leave a Comment
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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.

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11 August 2022

There’s Something Fishy Going On

Guest Staff Fish, Food Poisoning Leave a Comment
Side view of a Lionfish swimming in tank

Going fishing and/or eating fish is a common activity. But did you know that certain fish can cause poisonings in humans?

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28 June 2022

National Safety Month in the Workplace

Emily Chemicals, Poison Exposures, Workplace Leave a Comment
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June is National Safety Month! While the main focus is workplace safety, a lot of the information and safety tips also applies to your home and wherever else you may be.

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17 May 2022

What You Should Know About Herbicides

Emily Herbicides, Home, Poison Safety, Safe Storage Leave a Comment
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Herbicides, also known as weed killers, are a common household product. The spring season brings warmer weather and a chance to spend more time outside. You may also notice more weeds growing in your lawn or garden. Learn more about herbicides.

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