Poisoning first aid

Poisoning caused by swallowing, injecting, breathing in, or otherwise being exposed to a poisonous substance.

Prevention

  • Be aware of poisons in and around your home. Take steps to protect young children from toxic substances. Store all medicines, cleaners, cosmetics, and household chemicals out of reach of children, or in cabinets with childproof latches.
  • Be familiar with plants in your home, yard, and vicinity. Keep your children informed, too. Remove any noxious plants. Never eat wild plants, mushrooms, roots, or berries unless you know what you're doing.
  • Teach children about the dangers of substances that contain poison. Label all poisons.
  • Don't store household chemicals in food containers, even if they are labeled. Most non-food substances are poisonous if taken in large doses.
  • If you are concerned that industrial poisons might be polluting nearby land or water, report your concerns to the local health department or the state or federal Environmental Protection Agency.

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