Virginia Poison Center

06/08/2026

Curious children and pets can get into...well, 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠!
✔ Keep all potentially harmful or poisonous products (medicine, cleaning products, outdoor chemicals, etc.) out of sight and reach of small children and pets.

Don't hesitate, 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 (𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐) is free to call and available 24/7 to assist with questions or emergencies.

06/05/2026

It's 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲🍩! If you're baking, keep in mind:
✔ Wash hands, bowls, utensils, & surfaces after handling raw flour, eggs, or dough
✔ Keep raw foods, such as flour & eggs, separate from ready-to-eat foods
❌ Don't taste or eat raw dough/batter
❌Don't let small children handle raw dough, including play clay and dough for crafts

Call 𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐 for free, 24/7 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩.

06/04/2026

⚠️ Even at slow speeds, while idling, or stopped, carbon monoxide (CO) can remain in or around your boat at dangerous levels. You 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 see, smell or taste CO, but if you smell exhaust fumes, CO is present.

Calling 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 (𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐) is free, nonjudgmental, and available 24/7

06/03/2026

🍈𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 you should wash melons thoroughly, under cool water while scrubbing with a clean produce brush, before cutting to reduce the risk of foodborne illness? Washing is recommended because bacteria from the outer rind can transfer to the inner flesh when the melon is cut or stacked for serving.

Call 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 at 𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐 if you have questions related to foodborne illness or if you suspect a poisoning.

06/02/2026

⚠ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥. The viral "Benadryl Challenge" is making the rounds on social media again, but taking large amounts of Benadryl® (diphenhydramine) is 𝐍𝐎𝐓 safe and can have serious, life-threatening consequences.

If someone takes too much medication, call Poison Help immediately at 1-800-222-1222.

06/01/2026

🤷‍♀️ Searching the web for answers to your poison related questions or emergencies can be time consuming and confusing! 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 (𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐) 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭, 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐣𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥.

Don't waste time🤳! We're available 24/7 to answer your questions or to provide medical guidance during poison emergencies.

05/29/2026

Stop by and see us tomorrow from 10AM - 3PM at the Richmond Raceway!

New or expectant parent? This free event is for you!

Join us on May 30 at the Richmond Raceway for the Bear-y Best Start Fair.
Connect with trusted health professionals, attend hands‑on demonstrations like newborn care and infant CPR, receive health screenings, explore helpful local resources, and enjoy fun giveaways — including a free raffle!

Admission is FREE. Register in advance: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vital-records/the-bear-y-best-resources/.

05/29/2026

🐍 𝑰𝒕'𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏 and snake bite calls are already starting to come in. As you head outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather, remember to take extra precautions to stay safe and aware of your surroundings.

Don't hesitate, immediately call 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 at 𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟐 if you suspect a snake bite!

05/28/2026

👏 We appreciate Hampton Healthy Families for welcoming the poison center to today's resource fair at the Northampton Community Center! Our educator had a great time connecting with members of the community, sharing poison prevention info, and raising awareness about the Poison Help line (800-222-1222).

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.

Do you have a community resource/health fair coming up?
E-mail ➡ [email protected]

05/28/2026

How do you know if you should call 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 or 𝟗𝟏𝟏?
✔ Call 911 when someone is having trouble breathing, unresponsive, or having a seizure.
✔ For all other poisoning questions or symptoms, call the Poison Help line to connect with an expert.

📞 The Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) is fast, free, and available 24/7.