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As summer winds down and fall approaches, black widow spiders may be hiding in some of the places you're working like ga...
09/11/2026

As summer winds down and fall approaches, black widow spiders may be hiding in some of the places you're working like garages, sheds and woodpiles.
โœ‹Wear gloves when reaching into dark or hidden spaces.
๐Ÿ‘€ Look before you reach.
๐Ÿšซ Don't intentionally touch or handle a spider.

A spider bite won't give you superpowers, but it can give you a reason to call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222.

09/10/2026

๐‘ซ๐’Š๐’… ๐’š๐’๐’– ๐’Œ๐’๐’๐’˜ that September 10 is ๐๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ฎ๐ข๐œ๐ข๐๐ž ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ? Do you know who to call or where to go if you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis?

๐Ÿ“ฑYou can call or text 988 to find compassionate help - anytime, anywhere.

๐Ÿคง Are the back to school germs hitting your household? Remember to always use the dosing device that comes with your chi...
09/09/2026

๐Ÿคง Are the back to school germs hitting your household? Remember to always use the dosing device that comes with your child's medicine to ensure safe dosing!

If you have a medication question or if you suspect a poisoning call Poison Help (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Today is , a reminder that you're not alone and you don't have to go through it alone. Help is always just a phone call...
09/08/2026

Today is , a reminder that you're not alone and you don't have to go through it alone. Help is always just a phone call or text away.

๐Ÿ“ž Call 911 for an immediate medical emergency.

๐Ÿ“ž Call or text 988 if you are having suicidal thoughts or experiencing a life crisis.

๐Ÿ“ž Call 1-800-222-1222 if you suspect a poisoning or overdose.

Save these numbers. You never know when they could help save a life.

09/08/2026

โš ๏ธ September is ๐’๐ฎ๐ข๐œ๐ข๐๐ž ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก and creating a supportive and safe environment at home plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of su***de. Limiting access to means through which individuals can harm themselves is a significant step in this direction. While it is impossible to eliminate all risks, certain measures can improve safety at home.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988.

And remember, when you have questions or suspect a poisoning, Poison Help is free to call and available 24/7.

๐‡๐š๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐‹๐š๐›๐จ๐ซ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ! Whether you're grilling, cleaning up after summer projects, spending time outdoors, or enjoying one las...
09/07/2026

๐‡๐š๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐‹๐š๐›๐จ๐ซ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ! Whether you're grilling, cleaning up after summer projects, spending time outdoors, or enjoying one last pool day, keep poison safety on your checklist.

Accidents don't take holidays off, and neither does our helpline! ๐Ÿ“žPoison Help at ๐Ÿ-๐Ÿ–๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ-๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ-๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ for questions or poison emergencies.

09/05/2026

Whether you're firing up the grill for a cookout, tailgating for college football, or enjoying a long weekend at home, don't let food safety take a back seat!
๐Ÿงผ Wash your hands before handling food
๐Ÿฅฉ Keep raw meats separate from ready-to-eat foods
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Cook foods to a safe internal temperature
โœ” Keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot
โฐ Don't leave perishable foods sitting out too long

If you're worried about a possible poisoning or accidental exposure, Poison Help (1-800-222-1222) is available all weekend long.

Planning to enjoy the holiday weekend on the ๐Ÿ›ฅ? Did you know carbon monoxide (CO) can build up outside your boat too? Th...
09/04/2026

Planning to enjoy the holiday weekend on the ๐Ÿ›ฅ? Did you know carbon monoxide (CO) can build up outside your boat too? This invisible, odorless gas can linger near swim decks, exhaust vents, and enclosed cabins โ€“ even while the boat is moving!

Tips to stay safe:
โœ” Swim and play away from areas where engines vent their exhaust.
โœ” Watch children closely when they play on rear swim decks or water platforms.
โœ” Dock, beach, or anchor at least 20 feet away from the nearest boat that is running a generator or engine.
๐Ÿšซ Never block exhaust outlets. Blocking outlets can cause CO to build up in cabin and cockpit areas.

โš  As you make plans for the upcoming long weekend, ๐€๐•๐Ž๐ˆ๐ƒ lakes, rivers, or streams that look discolored or have scum or ...
09/03/2026

โš  As you make plans for the upcoming long weekend, ๐€๐•๐Ž๐ˆ๐ƒ lakes, rivers, or streams that look discolored or have scum or film on the surface.
๐ŸŸ Donโ€™t swim or fish in murky or algae-covered water.
๐Ÿšฑ Never drink untreated water from natural sources.
๐Ÿถ Keep pets from swimming in or drinking from questionable waterโ€”they can get sick too!

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๐ŸŽ’ Back to school means back to packing lunches. Before you fill those lunch boxes, take a few minutes to make sure food ...
09/02/2026

๐ŸŽ’ Back to school means back to packing lunches. Before you fill those lunch boxes, take a few minutes to make sure food is packed safely.

If you have questions or suspect a poisoning, ๐Ÿ“ž Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222.

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