Upstate New York Poison Center

Q: Should you transfer chemicals or cleaners in the home & garage to another container? A: No! ✅ Always keep products in their original containers. ✅ Store them up high, away, and out of sight. 🚫 Do not put them in a cup or bottle. 🚫 Never store with food.

💜 Today we remember Maisie Gillan on what would have been her 8th birthday 💜 Her family honors her memory through the Purple Light Project @CallMeMaisie321, raising awareness about medication safety. 👀 Watch the video about her life. youtu.be/pFdpuwOvePg

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Medicine mistakes happen. If someone takes the wrong medicine, wrong dose, or has unexpected side effects, call us at 1-800-222-1222, even if it isn’t an emergency. We are fast, free, & confidential. Save our number to your phone so you have it if you need it. #NPPW26

Goodbye #winter ❄️ You brought the snow, the ice, and a few “what did my child just get into?” moments. As we head into #spring 🌱 remember: new plants, spring cleaning, and curious kids can mean new poisoning risks. Poison experts are here 24/7. 📞 1-800-222-1222

🔴 The @JMAwireless Dome is glowing red this week for National Poison Prevention Week. Thank you to @SyracuseU for helping shine a light on poison prevention in Central New York. Save our number now so you have it when you need it: 📞 1-800-222-1222 #PoisonHelp #NPPW26 #Syracuse

💙Appreciate @NoyesUrmc for letting us set up shop today! Great to share poison prevention materials in Dansville!

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🛑A recall has been issued for certain bottles of children’s liquid #ibuprofen after reports of foreign material found in the medication. Check your medicine cabinets. Questions? We are available 24/7 at 📞 1-800-222-1222. newsweek.com/childrens-ibup…

👀 Check out this awesome Kids Activity Book! Packed with fun activities, games, and poison prevention tips, it’s a great way to teach kids about staying safe while having fun! Get your copy ➡ bit.ly/3XrJWuk

Everyday items can be poisonous. 🧼 Close lids & caps tightly. 🧼 Store products up, away, out of sight, preferably locked. 🧼 Use child-resistant containers. If anyone swallows a product or gets it on their skin or in their eyes, call us at 1-800-222-1222. #NPPW26

💡Did you know many poison exposures can be handled safely at home? A quick call to us can save you stress, time, and even a costly ER visit. ☎️ 1-800-222-1222

🚨 #NPPW2026 is here! National Poison Prevention Week is a reminder that everyday household items, from medicine and cleaning supplies to cannabis products, should always be stored safely to prevent accidental consumption by kids and pets. To help promote responsible #NYcannabis storage, OCM is giving away 10 lockbags to New Yorkers who are committed to keeping their cannabis locked, out of sight, and out of reach. Want a chance to win? Tell us how you practice safe storage for your cannabis products by entering here: forms.cloud.microsoft/g/eLcRPsLVcN 📅 Giveaway closes Friday, 3/20 at 5PM. Winners announced Monday, 3/23.

⚕ One of our Public Health Educators shared poison prevention information w/ staff, patients, & visitors in recognition of #NPPW26 at our host hospital, @UpstateNews. Thank you, Upstate, for hosting us & supporting poison prevention efforts across our community.

Did you know we can help you treat bites & stings when the time comes❓ Our experts at 1-800-222-1222 can answer questions about bites and stings from: 🐍 Snakes 🐝 Insects ➕ And more! If you have questions, we are always fast, free, confidential, and non-judgmental.

🖤 Looking for a fun way to learn about poison prevention? Check out the #NPPW26 Brain Games for Teens & Adults! 🖤 It's packed with engaging activities and important safety tips. Perfect for staying informed while having fun! Find it here: bit.ly/3MESe05

National Poison Prevention Week (March 15 - 21) Upstate New York Poison Center (based in Syracuse) is your local poison center, providing fast, free, confidential poison expertise 24/7/365. Call @UpstatePoison at any time with a poison emergency or question: 1-800-222-1222. (1/4)

🙋 Not sure if something is poisonous or venomous? Don’t guess or Google it. Our poison experts are available 24/7 to help with plants, medications, chemicals, bites, & more. 📞 1-800-222-1222 This #NPPW26, save our number & share it.

❓How do you know if you should call us or 911❓ 1️⃣ Call 911 when someone is having trouble breathing, is unresponsive, or is having a seizure. 2️⃣ For all other poisoning symptoms, call us to connect with an expert! Call us 24/7, 365 days a year 📞 1-800-222-1222 #NPPW26

Happy #SaintPatricksDay! 🍀 Don’t press your luck! Call 1-800-222-1222 anytime for fast, free, confidential advice.