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Fast, free and expert help.Call 1-800-222-1222 for 24 hour toll free poison information and treatment

11/05/2026

Keep family members safe when it comes to cleaning products!
🔒 Lock up or store products up high/out of sight when not in use.
👀 Read the label and follow directions carefully.

If you have questions about a possible exposure or suspect a poisoning, call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222.

11/04/2026

Autumn leaves, cozy sweaters, and... hidden arachnids? 🍁🕷️

As the weather cools down, black widow spiders look for warm places to hide. Keep your family and pets safe with these quick autumn tips:
✔ Shake out outdoor boots and jackets before putting them on.
✔ Wear thick gloves when moving firewood or cleaning the garage.
✔ Clear away clutter in dark corners, basements, and crawlspaces.
❌ Don't reach where you can't see.

1-800-222-1222 📞 For fast, free, and nonjudgmental Poison Help.

11/03/2026

𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 you can easily dispose of any unused or expired medications at a safe drug disposal drop box near you?
Find a disposal box: https://safe.pharmacy/drug-disposal/

⚠️ Remember, it is not recommended to flush medications unless they are on the FDA flush list: https://tinyurl.com/FDAflushlist1

11/02/2026

Don't hesitate, call us if you have a poison related question or emergency!
✔ Free to call
✔ We have healthcare professionals available to take your call 24/7
✔ Provide quick, confidential and non-judgmental medical guidance
📞 1-800-222-1222

11/01/2026

As you change your clocks today, take time to also test carbon monoxide detectors and change batteries.

You can't see, smell, or taste carbon monoxide, but working alarms have your back. 🛑💨

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the Virginia Poison Center! 🎃👻

If you find yourself in a spooky, poisonous situation, don't hesitate, call the free, 24/7 Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

10/30/2026

Have a safe and happy Halloween with these tips from the poison center! 🎃👻

Poison Help (1-800-222-1222) is available 24/7 to provide fast, free, and non-judgmental medical advice when it comes to your poison related questions or emergencies.

10/30/2026

🚨 Remember, there is NO safe blood lead level. Prevent childhood lead poisoning by following the quick and easy steps below from the Virginia Department of Health.

10/29/2026

👻 Ghosts 'n goblins will be out and about this weekend! Avoid any mistakes with cannabis edibles by locking up or storing products up and out of sight from small children and pets.

Don't hesitate, call Poison Help right away at 1-800-222-1222 if a child ingest any cannabis products. Calling is free, confidential, and nonjudgmental.

10/29/2026

A big thank you to Thermo Fisher Scientific in Richmond for inviting us to participate in your Lab Safety Day!

Our staff enjoyed connecting with employees, sharing poison prevention tips, and spreading the word about our free, confidential, 24/7 Poison Help line. Every conversation is an opportunity to help build safer, more informed communities! 💛

Address

830 E Main Street
Richmond, VA
23298

Telephone

+18002221222

Website

http://www.poison.vcu.edu/

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