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® allow those with severe allergic reactions to treat themselves while they wait for additional help…
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 raising questions. Is this substance safe? Why doesn't it follow…
This guide is to be used by the staff, students and volunteers who are participating in a health fair event at places such as schools, health departments, work sites, pharmacies, churches, and libraries among others. Included are facts about the Missouri Poison Center as well as information for you to…
Adults Get Poisoned, Too. In fact, most poisoning deaths happen to adults, not to children. Like all injuries, poisoning can be prevented. These tips will protect you and your loved ones. Don’t guess. . .Be sure! Read labels on all medicines and products. Follow the instructions exactly. Turn on the…
Keep Little Ones Safe With These Tips: Children act fast . . . so do poisons! Remember: there is no such thing as CHILD-PROOF. Lock all medicines and household products out of the sight and reach of children... even when using childresistant packaging. Use child-resistant containers whenever possible. Take your…
Poison Prevention for Grandparents and Senior Adults Missouri Poison Center is not just for parents of young children. We also help senior adults. Older adults commonly call us because they took too much of their own medicine, made a mistake with a household product, took someone else’s medicine, swallowed the…
Being a Teen Brings New Challenges Between school, extracurricular activities, sports, socializing and jobs, stress can build up pretty easily and quickly. Hopefully you have a positive outlet for stress and can relieve it with healthy choices like exercise or talking to trusted friends and adults. If you are on…
Over-The-Counter Medicine Safety Understanding the Label Drug Facts help you understand the medicines that you take and how to take them safely. All medicines should be taken with the direct supervision of a parent or trusted adult. Active Ingredients The ingredients in the medicine that make it work. Warnings Safety…
Children between the ages of one and three years are at the greatest risk of being accidentally poisoned because toddlers are curious and are always on the move. They learn by tasting and touching. They are attracted to objects, medicines and liquids that look colorful and smell good. It is so important to watch the children closely at all times.
