Wear protective clothing when handling pesticides, such as long pants, long-sleeve shirts, impermeable gloves, and even ...

In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, observed annually during the third week of March families are encouraged to take simple but critical steps to prevent accidental poisoning at home.

An increase in venomous snake bites, carbon monoxide poisoning and medication errors after storms like Hurricane Erin can lead to illness or even death, a North Carolina Poison Control expert warns.

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – When you hear poison control, you may think of a center that helps with a child who accidentally ate something dangerous or maybe a poisonous bug or snake bite. While poison ...

On February 16, Medical Director of the New Jersey Poison Information and Education System (NJPIES) and Associate Professor ...

Secondhand smoke is also harmful during pregnancy, as it can cause lower birth weight and even lead to premature birth.

Pesticides represent a broad category of chemicals that are intended to destroy, mitigate or repel pests. They are primarily used in agriculture and in and around the home. If these powerful ...