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20 November 2020

The Importance of a Medicine Tracker

Emily Medicine, Medicine Safety, OTC, Pain Relievers, Pharmacist Leave a Comment
Medical still life on a blue studio background. Top view. Flat lay. Items include a clock, notepad, pill pack, and nasal spray.

Taking at least one medicine is a routine part of many people’s day. In fact, some people might even take many medicines every day. It is a good idea to keep an up-to-date list of all of the medicines you take.

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20 August 2020

Stop, Ask First!

Emily Candy, Children, Medicine, Safe Storage Leave a Comment
Two rows of colorful circular items, one row is candy and the other row is medicine

Children under the age of six accounted for 36% of cases at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC) in 2019. One common reason for unintentional exposures in children is that they are not able to tell the difference between products that look alike. Teach young children to “Stop, Ask First” before touching, tasting, or smelling something.

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27 April 2020

What’s in Your House? Bedroom Edition

Emily Carbon Monoxide, Cosmetics, Jewelry Cleaner, Makeup, Medicine, Perfume, Vitamins Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the fourth edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your bedroom, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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24 February 2020

What’s in Your House? Bathroom Edition

Emily Cleaners, Cream, Hair Product, Lotion, Medicine, Mouthwash, Nail Care, Rubbing Alcohol, Soap, Toothpaste, Vitamins Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the third edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your bathroom, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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29 January 2020

What’s in Your House? Kitchen Edition

Emily Alcohol, Cleaning Supplies, Dishwasher Detergent, Drain Opener, Medicine, Oven Cleaner, Spoiled Food, Vitamins Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the first edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your kitchen, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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26 July 2019

Meet Our Experts: Heather M.

Guest Staff Health Care Professional, Medicine, Pharmacist, Pharmacy School, Retail Pharmacy, Snake Bite, Toxicology Leave a Comment
Heather Mialki

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 specialist: Heather Mialki.

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19 February 2019

Poison Myths Busted: Will Children Eat Things that Taste Bad?

Emily Cosmetics, E-cigarettes, Hand Sanitizer, Kitty Litter, Laundry Pods, Markers, Medicine, Nicotine, Poison Myths Leave a Comment
Black and white photo of a small toddler with lotion spread across his face.

Sometimes, parents of young children will tell our poison specialists, “I don’t think he/she ate that much because it tastes bad!” But, is this true? Let’s dive deeper to thoroughly bust the myth that children won’t eat things that taste bad…or will they?

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16 January 2019

Tissues and Medicines and Coughs, Oh My!

Emily Cold and Flu, Medicine, Medicine Safety, OTC, Over-the Counter Leave a Comment
Woman sitting on a couch with her feet propped up on an ottoman. Cold medicine bottles appear next to her feet.

Along with the cold winter air comes seemingly never-ending runny noses and coughs. Before opening the medicine cabinet for an over-the-counter remedy, let’s remember a few very important points.

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18 December 2018

Alcohol: Is It Hiding in Your Home?

Emily Alcohol, Cooking Extracts, Hand Sanitizer, Medicine, Personal Care Products Leave a Comment
Four photo collage featuring liquid medication, essential oil, hand sanitizer, and mouthwash.

Think about how many places in your home where alcohol can be found. The obvious place is the liquor cabinet. But, what about the less obvious places? Read more to learn about the hidden sources of alcohol in our homes.

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20 September 2018

OTC Medicine Safety for All Ages

Emily Adults, Children, Medicine, Medicine Safety, OTC, Over-the Counter, Pre-Teens, Teens Leave a Comment
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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