With the spring and summer season, you may find yourself reaching for a refreshing fruit as a snack. Some fruits contain pits and/or seeds that can be harmful.
What You Should Know About Skin Lightening Products
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
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
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
What You Should Know About Heart Medicines
Cardiovascular (heart) medicines are used to treat diseases of the heart and high blood pressure. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the most common prescription drugs taken by adults are for cardiovascular disease.
Talking With Your Pre-Teen or Teen about Medicines and Other Substances
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.
Food Safety for the Big Game
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!
Babysitting Poison Safety
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.
Student Reflections – Fall 2022
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
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