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17 February 2022

Get to Know the Maryland Poison Center Staff

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The Maryland Poison Center staff is a small but mighty team. People are often shocked to hear that our staff only consists of about 25 people since we are a 24/7 state-wide service. Each person plays an important role in the daily operations and fulfilling our mission.

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27 January 2022

Weight Loss Medicines and Supplements

Guest Staff Medicine, Medicine Safety, Supplements Leave a Comment
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Many people choose weight loss as their new year resolution. In addition to the usual steps to achieving weight loss – setting specific and measurable goals, eating healthy, exercising, and other lifestyle changes – some people also use weight loss medicines or supplements.

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20 January 2022

Maryland Poison Center’s 50 Years of Expert Care

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The Maryland Poison Center is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2022. Learn more about us, our history, and how to get involved with the MPC.

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16 December 2021

12 Days of Poison Hazards

Guest Staff Holiday Safety, Home, Poison Exposures Leave a Comment
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Poisonings don’t take a break for the holidays! Learn about these 12 days of poison hazards to keep you and your family safe.

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30 November 2021

What You Should Know About Camphor

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Camphor is a chemical used in a variety of medicines and household products around the world. It is commonly used in creams for its cooling sensation and to provide relief for coughs, itching, cold sores, or sore muscles.

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11 November 2021

The 100th eAntidote Post

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Over the past four years, we have posted 99 blogs here at the Maryland Poison Center’s eAntidote. This is #100! After four years and more than 4,000 visitors, we use our 100th post to reflect on the 10 most read posts on eAntidote.

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26 October 2021

The Secrets of Succulents

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Many people enjoy gardening. It’s a fun hobby with endless options of plants to choose from! Succulents are popular garden additions. They are valued for their hardiness, meaning they thrive in different temperatures, levels of light, and time between watering.

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14 October 2021

National Drug Take Back Day

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Poster for the 21st National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Since 2010, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has held 20 National Drug Take Back Day events. These events are a free and easy way to safely dispose of medicines – both prescription and over-the-counter. The next drug take back day event is October 23, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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28 September 2021

Antihistamine Safety

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Antihistamines are a type of medicine commonly used to treat allergies. Antihistamines were involved in approximately 1,200 cases at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC) in 2020. Let’s dive deeper into antihistamines and how to safely use them.

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15 September 2021

What Tweens and Teens Should Know About the Poison Center

Emily Medicine Safety, Parents, Poison Safety, Pre-Teens, Teens Leave a Comment
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People often think that poison centers are only for little kids, but that’s not true. Poison centers are for everyone, including tweens and teens. It’s important that tweens and teens are familiar with safety tips and tools to keep themselves safe.

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