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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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28 January 2021

Child-Resistant Packaging

  • Emily
  • child-resistant packaging, Children, Cleaning Products, Medicine, Nicotine, Parents, Safe Storage
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A child independently tries to open a plastic bottle of medicine, close-up. Child-resistant, childproof or CR packaging. Push&Turn Cap. Child safety concept

Child-resistant packaging first came into Americans’ lives in 1970. Hundreds of children had been dying each year after getting into household products and medicines. Then the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) was signed into law.

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07 May 2020

First-time Parent’s Guide to Poison Proofing Your Home

  • Emily
  • child-resistant packaging, Children, Home, Parent, Safe Storage
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Afro-American baby girl is looking forward with interest while crawling on wooden floor at home

As a new parent, it’s exciting each time your baby reaches a new milestone. As soon as a baby starts to scoot, crawl, cruise, or walk, it’s time to baby proof.

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13 August 2019

Understanding Safe Storage

  • Angel
  • child-resistant packaging, Home, Safe Storage
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Collage with a bathroom, cabinet latch, outdoor shed, and garage

Safe storage is one of the best ways to help prevent poisonings and overdoses. This seemingly simple idea includes many layers. Let’s explore these layers to help ensure your home is poison safe for your family, visitors, and pets.

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20 September 2018

OTC Medicine Safety for All Ages

  • Emily
  • Adults, child-resistant packaging, Children, Medicine, Medicine Safety, Over-the Counter, Pre-Teens, Teens
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Blurred image of a pharmacy counter with shelves full of over-the-counter medications.

Some people think OTC medicines are safer than prescription medicines. But, all medicines can be harmful if not used correctly. Follow these tips to make sure your family uses OTC medicines safely.

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