TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately.

FOR PROVIDERS

The TPCN offers clinical education to first responders such as health care facilities, EMS, free standing ERs, doctor’s offices, etc. The topics include fundamentals in toxicology, treating the poisoned patient, how the poison center can help health care professionals, and more. To contact your local educator, click here. Every 90 seconds, a health care professional consults aRead more ›

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

Know the names of your plants before a poisoning happens. Houseplants should be placed out of the reach of the very young. Teach children not to put any part of a plant in their mouth. This means leaves, stems, bark, seeds, nuts, berries and bulbs. Do not allow children to suck nectar from flowers or make “tea” for the leaves.

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately.

FOR PROVIDERS

The TPCN offers clinical education to first responders such as health care facilities, EMS, free standing ERs, doctor’s offices, etc. The topics include fundamentals in toxicology, treating the poisoned patient, how the poison center can help health care professionals, and more. To contact your local educator, click here. Every 90 seconds, a health care professional consults aRead more ›

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

Know the names of your plants before a poisoning happens. Houseplants should be placed out of the reach of the very young. Teach children not to put any part of a plant in their mouth. This means leaves, stems, bark, seeds, nuts, berries and bulbs. Do not allow children to suck nectar from flowers or make “tea” for the leaves.

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

Know the names of your plants before a poisoning happens. Houseplants should be placed out of the reach of the very young. Teach children not to put any part of a plant in their mouth. This means leaves, stems, bark, seeds, nuts, berries and bulbs. Do not allow children to suck nectar from flowers or make “tea” for the leaves. HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

MAGNETS - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. SNAKES - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The fourth snake found in the United States is not a viper. The coral snake is found in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. The coral is not a viper. It does not have a big head, or big fangs. Its head is the same size as the rest of its body. SOUTH TEXAS POISON CENTER University of Texas Health – San Antonio. The South Texas Poison Center is committed to reducing the incidence, severity, and cost of poisonings through our 24-hour telephone hotline (1-800-222-1222), our education programs, and our free poisoning prevention and patient treatment information available to public callers and to healthcare

providers.

SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959.

MARIJUANA EDIBLES

The difference in time for onset of “high.”. “Marijuana” describes a variety of cannabis that is greater than 0.3% THC (dry weight) and carry psychoactive effects when used. The more notable difference between inhalation vs. ingestion of marijuana is the delayed effect. When smoked, the effects of marijuana are typically

felt within 30

CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer. Each year in the United States, more than 200 accidental deaths are caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. It is considered the leading cause of death from poisoning in the United States. The Texas Poison Center Network documents hundreds of carbon monoxide poisonings each year. TOXIC TOPICS-VENOMOUS ANIMALS OF TEXAS Venomous Animals of Texas A venomous animal is one that produces a poison to attack its victims or defend itself. Some animals are more poisonous than others. TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer. Each year in the United States, more than 200 accidental deaths are caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. It is considered the leading cause of death from poisoning in the United States. The Texas Poison Center Network documents hundreds of carbon monoxide poisonings each year.

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

SNAKES - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The fourth snake found in the United States is not a viper. The coral snake is found in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. The coral is not a viper. It does not have a big head, or big fangs. Its head is the same size as the rest of its body. POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

NTPC POSTER CONTEST

National Poison Prevention Week is March 21-27, 2021. This year, the North Texas Poison Center is again sponsoring the Poison Prevention Poster Contest. The contest will be open to all third, fourth and fifth grade students throughout our area. Our primary objective is to increase awareness of the North Texas Poison Center and educate

theRead more ›

THINKING MEDICATION SAFETY AS THE KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL Nearly half of the calls to the Texas Poison Center Network involve medications. Giving your child control of the medication puts them and other children at risk. The national hotline number, 1-800-222-1222, is available 24 hours a day. Callers are automatically connected to specially trained nurses, pharmacists and physicians at the closest THE DANGERS OF FLAKKA The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TOXIC TOPICS-VENOMOUS ANIMALS OF TEXAS Venomous Animals of Texas A venomous animal is one that produces a poison to attack its victims or defend itself. Some animals are more poisonous than others. BEWARE OF CERTAIN FOOD AND MEDICINE INTERACTIONS The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? Recently, an email has circulated warning parents not to use hand sanitizers due to the danger they pose to children. And while hand sanitizers can be dangerous if swallowed, actual symptoms from their misuse are extremely rare. Most children who get a “taste” or a “lick” of hand sanitizer experience only mild symptoms, if

any,Read more ›

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. The center receives about 150 calls each

day

NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? Recently, an email has circulated warning parents not to use hand sanitizers due to the danger they pose to children. And while hand sanitizers can be dangerous if swallowed, actual symptoms from their misuse are extremely rare. Most children who get a “taste” or a “lick” of hand sanitizer experience only mild symptoms, if

any,Read more ›

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. The center receives about 150 calls each

day

NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER Each year in the United States, more than 200 accidental deaths are caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. It is considered the leading cause of death from poisoning in the United States. The Texas Poison Center Network documents hundreds of carbon monoxide poisonings each year. The Silent Killer Commonly known as the “silent killer”,

itsRead more ›

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

NTPC POSTER CONTEST

National Poison Prevention Week is March 21-27, 2021. This year, the North Texas Poison Center is again sponsoring the Poison Prevention Poster Contest. The contest will be open to all third, fourth and fifth grade students throughout our area. Our primary objective is to increase awareness of the North Texas Poison Center and educate

theRead more ›

SNAKES - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

THE DANGERS OF FLAKKA The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

THINKING MEDICATION SAFETY AS THE KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

BEWARE OF CERTAIN FOOD AND MEDICINE INTERACTIONS The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TOXIC TOPICS-VENOMOUS ANIMALS OF TEXAS Venomous Animals of Texas A venomous animal is one that produces a poison to attack its victims or defend itself. Some animals are more poisonous than others. TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. CONTACT US - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK Contact Us. If you have a poisoning emergency or question, please call 1-800-222-1222. DO NOT email the educator with questions about how to treat a potential poisoning! Disclaimer: This website is designed to be informational and educational. Under no circumstance is this website meant to provide medical treatment or replace the expert

advice

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. CONTACT US - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK Contact Us. If you have a poisoning emergency or question, please call 1-800-222-1222. DO NOT email the educator with questions about how to treat a potential poisoning! Disclaimer: This website is designed to be informational and educational. Under no circumstance is this website meant to provide medical treatment or replace the expert

advice

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

Know the names of your plants before a poisoning happens. Houseplants should be placed out of the reach of the very young. Teach children not to put any part of a plant in their mouth. This means leaves, stems, bark, seeds, nuts, berries and bulbs. Do not allow children to suck nectar from flowers or make “tea” for the leaves.

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

SNAKES - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The fourth snake found in the United States is not a viper. The coral snake is found in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. The coral is not a viper. It does not have a big head, or big fangs. Its head is the same size as the rest of its body. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. SOUTH TEXAS POISON CENTER University of Texas Health – San Antonio. The South Texas Poison Center is committed to reducing the incidence, severity, and cost of poisonings through our 24-hour telephone hotline (1-800-222-1222), our education programs, and our free poisoning prevention and patient treatment information available to public callers and to healthcare

providers.

FACT SHEETS: CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Fact Sheets: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Carbon monoxide is called the “silent killer” because you cannot see it, taste it or smell it. Carbon monoxide is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in North America. Every household that is equipped with a furnace, boiler, water heater, fireplace or emergency generator that burns THINKING MEDICATION SAFETY AS THE KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL Nearly half of the calls to the Texas Poison Center Network involve medications. Giving your child control of the medication puts them and other children at risk. The national hotline number, 1-800-222-1222, is available 24 hours a day. Callers are automatically connected to specially trained nurses, pharmacists and physicians at the closest CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer. Each year in the United States, more than 200 accidental deaths are caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. It is considered the leading cause of death from poisoning in the United States. The Texas Poison Center Network documents hundreds of carbon monoxide poisonings each year. POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TOXIC TOPICS-VENOMOUS ANIMALS OF TEXAS Venomous Animals of Texas A venomous animal is one that produces a poison to attack its victims or defend itself. Some animals are more poisonous than others. TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. CONTACT US - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK Contact Us. If you have a poisoning emergency or question, please call 1-800-222-1222. DO NOT email the educator with questions about how to treat a potential poisoning! Disclaimer: This website is designed to be informational and educational. Under no circumstance is this website meant to provide medical treatment or replace the expert

advice

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

FACT SHEETS: WORKPLACE SAFETY, KEEPING THE WORKPLACE The Texas Poison Center Network serves the State of Texas to prevent poisoning. TPCN offers free and confidential services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you believe you’ve been exposed to a poison or have questions about a substance that may be poisonous, call 1-800-222- 1222 immediately. CONTACT US - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK Contact Us. If you have a poisoning emergency or question, please call 1-800-222-1222. DO NOT email the educator with questions about how to treat a potential poisoning! Disclaimer: This website is designed to be informational and educational. Under no circumstance is this website meant to provide medical treatment or replace the expert

advice

HAND SANITIZERS: HOW TOXIC ARE THEY? The same child would have to drink approximately 4-5 squirts of the sanitizer to produce toxic effects requiring medical attention. Clearly, more than a lick of hand sanitizer would be necessary to produce significant toxic effects. RememberIf any amount is ingested,

ORDER MATERIALS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

HOW SHOULD I GET RID OF MY OLD MEDICINE? The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

WEST TEXAS REGIONAL POISON CENTER University Medical Center at El Paso County Hospital District, El Paso. The West Texas Regional Poison Center (WTRPC) at University Medical Center of El Paso is America’s first 24-hour bilingual regional poison control center certified by the American Association of Poison Control Centers and is an integral partner in the Texas Poison Center Network. NORTH TEXAS POISON CENTER Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas. The North Texas Poison Center (NTPC), located at Parkland Health & Hospital System in Dallas, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within its region. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. POISON PREVENTION GUIDE (SPANISH) The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

Know the names of your plants before a poisoning happens. Houseplants should be placed out of the reach of the very young. Teach children not to put any part of a plant in their mouth. This means leaves, stems, bark, seeds, nuts, berries and bulbs. Do not allow children to suck nectar from flowers or make “tea” for the leaves.

POISONOUS PLANTS

The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

SNAKES - TEXAS POISON CENTER NETWORK The fourth snake found in the United States is not a viper. The coral snake is found in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. The coral is not a viper. It does not have a big head, or big fangs. Its head is the same size as the rest of its body. SOUTHEAST TEXAS POISON CENTER The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The Southeast Texas Poison Center (SETPC), located at the UTMB main campus in Galveston, Tx, is dedicated to providing comprehensive state-of-the-art-toxicology information, treatment assistance, and preventative education to the public and health professionals within Southeast Texas since 1959. SOUTH TEXAS POISON CENTER University of Texas Health – San Antonio. The South Texas Poison Center is committed to reducing the incidence, severity, and cost of poisonings through our 24-hour telephone hotline (1-800-222-1222), our education programs, and our free poisoning prevention and patient treatment information available to public callers and to healthcare

providers.

FACT SHEETS: CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Fact Sheets: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Carbon monoxide is called the “silent killer” because you cannot see it, taste it or smell it. Carbon monoxide is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in North America. Every household that is equipped with a furnace, boiler, water heater, fireplace or emergency generator that burns THINKING MEDICATION SAFETY AS THE KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL Nearly half of the calls to the Texas Poison Center Network involve medications. Giving your child control of the medication puts them and other children at risk. The national hotline number, 1-800-222-1222, is available 24 hours a day. Callers are automatically connected to specially trained nurses, pharmacists and physicians at the closest CARBON MONOXIDE: THE SILENT KILLER Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer. Each year in the United States, more than 200 accidental deaths are caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. It is considered the leading cause of death from poisoning in the United States. The Texas Poison Center Network documents hundreds of carbon monoxide poisonings each year. POISON SAFETY COLORING BOOK The Network provides a 24-hour, 365 days a year, emergency telephone number resource for all Texas citizens. If you need assistance, simply dial 1-800-222-1222 for access to a 24-hour toxicology referral service staffed by specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and

nurses.

TOXIC TOPICS-VENOMOUS ANIMALS OF TEXAS Venomous Animals of Texas A venomous animal is one that produces a poison to attack its victims or defend itself. Some animals are more poisonous than others.

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