The Missouri Poison Center keeps you up-to-date with our region’s latest poison news and trends. From household products, to environmental toxins and more, we are an invaluable resource on poisonings and their sources.
In 2017 alone, there were 10,570 exposures to liquid laundry detergent packets according to the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC). These laundry pods can be attractive to both children and adults, however, serious effects may occur after ingestion. The pods look like play items because they are soft…
Most berries aren’t anything to worry about, but a few can be a problem. Symptoms vary based on the plant involved, and most often, children do not ingest enough to cause serious symptoms. However, if someone has ingested a berry from a plant outside, play it safe and call the Missouri Poison Center for help! If you have a child who has ingested a berry or part of a plant, wash their hands, wipe out their mouth, and give them something to drink.
As the temperature starts to decrease outside, cold and flu season starts to increase. Wellness throughout the season starts with prevention. If you or a loved one does catch an illness, remember to use medications as directed. Cold and Flu Prevention Tips Stay home if you are not feeling well…
Poison ivy and poison oak are widespread across Missouri, but poison ivy is more common than poison oak in most areas across the state. You can find it in almost every city and county in Missouri. Read these helpful tips about poison ivy in case you come across it this summer!
Summertime brings plenty of chances for fun in the sun. The use of sunscreens can help avoid overexposure to sunlight. Ultraviolet light is the portion of sunlight which causes both tans and burns. This range of light is divided into three classifications: UV-A, -B, and -C. UV-A causes skin to tan, UV-B causes skin to burn, and UV-C is absorbed in the ozone layer and does not reach earth.
A refreshing dip in the pool can provide much needed relief from the summer heat. Various chemicals are added to pools to prevent unwanted bacterial growth. Exposure to these chemicals and other unwanted substances can happen during routine maintenance or while swimming in the pool. Symptoms are varied depending on…
