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28 June 2022

National Safety Month in the Workplace

  • Emily
  • Chemicals, Poison Exposures, Workplace
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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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23 June 2022

7 Unforgettable Cases Managed by the Maryland Poison Center

  • Emily
  • About Us, Poison Exposures, Poison Safety
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With a combined 210 years of experience managing cases, our poison specialists have heard it all. Whether the case involves life-threatening poisons or those that cause little or no harm, the poison specialists at the MPC are always available to help.

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17 May 2022

What You Should Know About Herbicides

  • Emily
  • Herbicides, Home, Poison Safety, Safe Storage
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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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28 April 2022

Car Care Product Dangers

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  • Antifreeze, Car Products, Garage, Home, Poison Exposures, Safe Storage
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Most people have car care products stored in their garage. Not only do we need to keep ourselves safe when using them, but also keep kids safe whenever they visit your garage.

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14 April 2022

What You Should Know About Rabies

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  • Mammals, Rabies
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Coming into contact with wildlife in Maryland can be exciting but sometimes dangerous. Any mammal can carry rabies and pass it to humans.

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29 March 2022

Services of the Maryland Poison Center

  • Emily
  • About Us, Poison Expert, Specialist in Poison Information
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Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a poison center in addition to the calls for assistance? The 24/7 telephone service is what we are most known for and is a vital service, but there are other services and activities that take place.

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08 March 2022

The Truth Behind Poison Myths

  • Emily
  • About Us, child-resistant packaging, Cleaning Products, Food Poisoning, Medicine, Poison Safety
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There are many myths about poisons and poison centers. We’re here to provide the truth behind these myths.

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17 February 2022

Get to Know the Maryland Poison Center Staff

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  • About Us
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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

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  • Medicine, Medicine Safety, Supplements
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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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  • About Us, Poison Expert, Poison Exposures, Specialist in Poison Information
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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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