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When picking up medications or natural health products, opt for child-resistant packaging and buy smaller packaging sizes. Having less medication at home can help prevent misuse and abuse. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Having an action plan in place can help you and your family respond quickly in the event of a poisoning. Only 18% of Canadians report knowing about local poison resources. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Safety-check your home by following these prevention tips: 🧼Always close lids and caps tightly. 🧼Keep products stored up, away, out of sight, and preferably locked away. 🧼Use child-resistant containers whenever possible, but remember nothing is 100% childproof. #nnpw2026

Medications are the No.1 cause of poisoning in Canada. Prescription and over-the-counter medications and natural health products can cause poisoning if taken by mistake or used incorrectly. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Poison Prevention Week is March 15-21, 2026. #RethinkPoisons and use over-the-counter medications and natural health products safely. parachute.ca/en/program/poi… #NPPW2026

It’s easy to find over-the-counter medications and natural health products in stores, online and at home. However, just because they’re easily accessible, doesn’t mean they’re risk-free. Medications can help when used safely. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Medications that relieve pain, known as analgesics, are the No. 1 substance people call Canada’s poison centres about. These products are safe but only when you use them in the right ways. Learn more: parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

It is easy to find over-the-counter medications and natural health products in stores and at home. Being easily accessible doesn’t mean they’re risk-free. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your medications. Call 1-800-567-8911 if someone is potentially poisoned.#NPPW2026.

Some meds don’t mix. It’s easy to find over-the-counter medications and natural health products in stores, online and at home. However, just because they’re easily accessible, doesn’t mean they’re risk-free. Medications can help when used safely. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Keep medications and natural health products in their original, labelled packaging to ensure you have instructions for use, avoid mix-ups and have information about the contents should you need to call a poison centre. parachute.ca #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

There are many items in and around your home that can cause poisoning if they aren’t used safely, including medications and natural health products. #RethinkPoisons: parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #NPPW2026

Having an action plan in place can help you and your family respond quickly in the event of a poisoning. Only 18% of Canadians report knowing about local poison resources. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Many over-the-counter products have acetaminophen along with other ingredients. Always check labels before use, pay attention to the daily max dose and do not use more than one product with acetaminophen in it at a time. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Each year, poison centres in Canada receive about 100 calls a day about pain medications. These products can help if used safely. Learn more: parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Read and follow the dosage. Medications do not work better by taking more than the recommended dose. They work best when you take the correct dose. Avoid doubling up❕ parachute.ca/en/program/poi… #ReThinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Safe storage saves lives. Storing medications and other poisonous products safely away after every use keeps your household safe. Safe storage = up high, locked and out of sight. parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Children are more at risk for severe poisoning from cannabis. If your child has ingested a cannabis-containing product, take them to the nearest emergency department. Read more about the poisoning risk of cannabis: ow.ly/cIR950YqwgN #NPPW2026 #RethinkPoisons

Canada has a toll-free 24/7 number for poison centres. If you suspect a poisoning, call 1-844-POISON-X (1-844-764-7669). In Québec, call 1-800-454-1212. In Nunavut, contact your local health centre. infopoison.ca #RethinkPoisons #NPPW2026

Starting now 💻 Toxicovigilance Canada Webinar: Strategies for effective poison prevention community outreach and communication. To join: us02web.zoom.us/w/89018954197?… #ReThinkPoisons #NPPW2026

The latest Annual Report from the Ontario Poison Centre is now live. Each year, OPC supports tens of thousands of Ontarians, with over 65,000 poisoning-related calls managed—most happening right at home. Behind every number is a real moment where expert guidance helps prevent harm, reduce unnecessary hospital visits, and save lives. Explore the data, trends, and impact driving poison prevention across the province: ow.ly/MqRV50Ywp5X #NPPW2026 #ReThinkPoisons #PoisonPrevention #PublicHealth