Every month, we post a new article covering the latest trends and updates on harmful substances. We share information and safety tips on trending poison topics so that you and your family will know how to avoid these harmful substances and know what to do if you encounter them.
Harvard researchers conducted a milestone study to analyze the characteristics of unburned natural gas collected from indoor residential kitchen stovetops. Numerous compounds were identified of which 21 were known hazardous air pollutants. The most notable substances are benzene, hexane, and…
SPECIAL ALERT: THE HOT PEPPER "ONE CHIP CHALLENGE" Let's turn down the heat on the most recent social media challenge. Many sites such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok are prime activators of risky behavior, especially in teens. In recent…
Glow sticks are a popular item for young children. They can be used as a toy or worn as an accessory. They’re also popular during holidays like Halloween and the Fourth of July. But, did you know that these fun…
Avoid Accidental Epinephrine Auto-Injector Injections Epinephrine is used when treating someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis. Reactions usually happen fast when a person comes in contact with something they are allergic to. Auto-injectors like Epipen®, Auvi-Q®, or Adrenaclick®…
Suicides by poison overdose have increased among teens, young adults & seniors within the last decade. The most vulnerable groups are 15 to 24-year-olds and 75 to 84-year-olds. While a specific cause has not been identified, researchers believe the rise…
Within the last year, The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has seen a dramatic increase in the availability of fake prescription drugs. Criminal drug networks are mass-producing counterfeit pills and falsely selling them as legitimate prescription pills, and drug dealers are…
Within the last several years, poison control centers have received significantly more calls regarding the purposeful ingestion of sodium nitrite. It's a method of suicide that has become more frequent due to the ease of information and accessibility for many,…
As cannabis becomes legal across more states in the U.S, it's essential to know about the new cannabis products that slip under the radar or try to pass as "legal." Today, there is a new compound, "delta-8 THC," which is…
Now, it’s easier than ever to test for COVID with at-home rapid tests. Rather than making an appointment to visit a doctor, we can test ourselves in the comfort of our own homes. Yet, as at-home COVID tests grow in…
Asbestos is a natural mineral fiber that works well in many manufactured goods. Manufacturers have used it for construction, automotive parts, and textiles for years. But is it dangerous? Is there a risk of poisoning? Find out! What Is asbestos?…