Missouri Poison Center

Daylight saving time ends today, Nov. 1. ⏰ As you change your clocks, take a moment to check the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. Carbon monoxide can be difficult to detect without a working alarm, especially as the heating season begins. Make sure alarms are working, and your household is prepared. Learn more about carbon monoxide safety from the Missouri Poison Center here: 👉 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/car… Call the Poison Help line: 1-800-222-1222 #CarbonMonoxideSafety #DaylightSavingTime #PoisonPrevention #MissouriPoisonCenter #PoisonHelp

The scariest poisons aren’t always the ones that look dangerous. 👀 Medication mix-ups can happen quickly, especially when bottles look alike, doses change, or more than one person is helping manage medications. Take a moment to double-check the label, the medication, and the dose before giving or taking anything. If a medication mistake happens, call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222. Our experts are available 24/7 to help you figure out what to do next. #SpookyMonth #MedicationSafety #PoisonPrevention #PoisonHelp #MissouriPoisonCenter

Glow sticks may look scary when they break, but they’re not as toxic as many people think. ✨ The liquid inside is low in toxicity, but it can still irritate the eyes, mouth, or skin. Serious poisoning is unlikely, but it’s important to know what to do if exposure happens. Learn more about glow stick safety and what steps to take after an exposure: missouripoisoncenter.org/are… Questions? Call the Poison Help line: 1-800-222-1222 #PoisonMythsVsFacts #HalloweenSafety #GlowSticks #MissouriPoisonCenter #PoisonHelp

During Red Ribbon Week, take a moment to talk with your teen about medication safety and the risks of online challenges. Over-the-counter doesn’t automatically mean safe. Store and monitor OTC medications the same way you would prescription medications, and keep the conversation open about what your teen may be seeing online. If you think a medication may have been misused, don’t panic. Call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 for free, confidential guidance 24/7. For mental health or crisis support, call or text 988. #RedRibbonWeek #MedicationSafety #PoisonPrevention #ParentTips #MissouriPoisonCenter

It’s Drug Take Back Day! 💊 Take a few minutes to clean out your medicine cabinet and check for expired, unused, or unneeded medications. Once you’ve cleared them out, dispose of them safely using an approved medication take-back option. Find a medication drop-off location near you: 👉 dea.gov/takebackday#collecti… Questions about medications or a possible exposure? Call the Missouri Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222. #DrugTakeBackDay #MedicationSafety #PoisonPrevention #PoisonHelp #MissouriPoisonCenter

Sounds like a joke… but it’s real. 🎃 Not every paint is made for your skin. Craft and other non-cosmetic paints can cause irritation when they’re used for Halloween face or body painting. Before applying anything to your skin, check the label and make sure the product is intended for cosmetic use. If a skin exposure happens and you have questions, call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 #SpookyMonth #HalloweenSafety #PoisonPrevention #CostumeSafety #MissouriPoisonCenter

Are you the nurse everyone calls for answers? 📞 The Missouri Poison Center is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our expert team. Every day brings new challenges, from medication exposures to toxicology emergencies, and every call is an opportunity to make a real difference. If you're ready to use your clinical expertise in a unique and rewarding nursing role, we'd love to hear from you! Apply here: 🔗 ssmh.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com… Tag a nurse who would be perfect for this role! 👇 #RNJobs #NursingCareer #PoisonControl #nurselife #HiringNow

Join us for our Facebook #LiveWebinar on October 21st at 10:00 AM CST! This month's topic: Not Just a Laugh: The Real Risks of Nitrous Oxide. Learn why nitrous oxide misuse can be dangerous, what health effects to watch for, and when to call for help. Watch live at 👉 facebook.com/MOPoisonCenter #LiveWebinar #NitrousOxide #PoisonPrevention #PoisonHelp #MissouriPoisonCenter

Halloween makeup, glitter, fake blood, and costume sprays can help complete the look, but they can also irritate the eyes if they get in them. 👁️ If a Halloween product gets in the eyes, rinse them out right away. And when using face paint or makeup, follow the package directions and look for products labeled “safety-tested.” Learn more about Halloween safety from the Missouri Poison Center: 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/hal… Questions or concerns after an exposure? Call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 #HalloweenEyeSafety #SpookyMonth #HalloweenSafety #PoisonPrevention #MissouriPoisonCenter

Lithium orotate is gaining attention for potential brain health benefits, but human research remains very limited. It can also interact with many medications, so talk with your healthcare provider before taking it. Learn more about lithium orotate and important safety considerations here: 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/lit… #LithiumOrotate #SupplementSafety #BrainHealth #PoisonPrevention #MPC

Creating spooky Halloween effects with dry ice? 👻🧊 Dry ice can make decorations and party displays look extra scary, but you need to handle it carefully. Because it’s extremely cold, direct contact can cause frostbite-like injuries. Use metal tongs or an oven mitt when handling dry ice, and only use it in a well-ventilated area to help prevent carbon dioxide buildup. Watch the Missouri Poison Center video to learn more about dry ice safety: 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/vid… Questions or concerns? Call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 #DryIceSafety #HalloweenSafety #SpookyMonth #PoisonPrevention #MissouriPoisonCenter

World Food Day is a good reminder that food safety starts before the first bite. 🥬🍎 When preparing fresh fruits and vegetables, a few simple habits can help reduce the risk of foodborne illness: • Choose produce that isn’t bruised or damaged. • Keep fresh produce separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood. • Wash your hands before and after preparing food. • Rinse fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water. • Refrigerate perishable and pre-cut produce properly. Learn more about selecting and preparing produce safely: 👉 fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve… Questions about a possible exposure? Call the Missouri Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222. #WorldFoodDay #FoodSafety #FoodSafetyTips #PoisonPrevention #MissouriPoisonCenter

Halloween costumes can get creative, but super glue isn’t meant for attaching costume pieces to your body. 🎃 Using it for things like fake eyelashes, vampire teeth, or other costume accessories can lead to accidental skin or eye exposure. If super glue gets in the eyes, don’t force them open. Learn more about super glue safety and what to do after an exposure: 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/is-… Questions or concerns? Call the Missouri Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222. #HalloweenSafety #SpookyMonth #PoisonPrevention #PoisonHelp #MissouriPoisonCenter

🐾✨ Meet our new Poison Prevention Pawtner: Clarice! Clarice is Courtney’s adorable 10-pound Shih Tzu, Bichon mix, and her name has a very specific inspiration: Clarice from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, definitely not The Silence of the Lambs. 😄 Courtney chose the name when Clarice was just a puppy because she was simply too cute, and it fit her perfectly from day one. She may be tiny, but Clarice is surprisingly athletic. She can jump impressively high for such a little dog, and when the zoomies hit, she makes sure everyone knows it. 💨🐶 When it comes to treats, Clarice isn’t exactly picky, but scrambled eggs are especially hard for her to resist. 🍳 If Courtney is making breakfast, there’s a very good chance Clarice is nearby, patiently hoping for a bite. Clarice also has a hidden talent that makes her extra special: she can sneeze on command! And if she could talk for just one day, Courtney thinks her first words would be something simple and sweet: “I love you.” ❤️ Whether she’s jumping, zooming, begging for eggs, or showing off her best sneeze, Clarice has a way of making Courtney smile. Help us welcome Clarice as our newest Poison Prevention Pawtner! 🐾🧡 #PoisonPreventionPawtner #DogLover #PetSpotlight #MissouriPoisonCenter #FurryFriends

Aloe vera is known for soothing skin or treating other health problems, but not every part of the plant is meant to be eaten. 🌿 The clear inner gel is the safest part, while the skin and yellow latex layer are more likely to cause irritation or stomach upset. Learn more about aloe vera safety and what to do after an exposure: 👉 missouripoisoncenter.org/is-… #IsThisAPoison #AloeVera #PoisonPrevention #PoisonHelp #SafetyTips

This World Mental Health Day, remember that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply show up for one another. 💚 Check in. Listen without judgment. Remind someone they don’t have to carry everything alone. A small moment of kindness can mean more than we realize. The Missouri Poison Center is here 24/7 for poisoning emergencies and questions at 1-800-222-1222. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #CheckIn #MissouriPoisonCenter #PoisonHelp

Exciting update! Our team presented new research on GLP-1 exposures at Cardinal Glennon’s Pediatric Nursing Conference. Proud to put evidence-based medicine into action for Missouri! #PediatricNursing #PoisonPrevention

#RealCall: This month, Sarah (PharmD, CSPI) helped a family after a child accidentally received two doses of the same medication. Swipe to learn what happened, how Sarah helped, and simple ways to help prevent medication double-dosing at home! 💊📞

Celebrating Oktoberfest? 🍺 Before you raise a glass, take a look at your medications. Alcohol can interact with certain prescription and over-the-counter medications, and some combinations can increase the risk of serious side effects. Always check the label and ask your doctor or pharmacist if it’s safe to drink alcohol while taking your medication. Questions about alcohol and medications? Call the Poison Help line: 1-800-222-1222 #Oktoberfest #MedicationSafety #AlcoholSafety #MissouriPoisonCenter #PoisonHelp

Happy World Teachers’ Day! 🍎📚 Today, we’re celebrating the teachers who help keep students learning, growing, and safe every day. If a poison exposure happens at school, the Missouri Poison Center is a resource you can turn to for expert guidance, 24/7. Save the number and share it with your school staff. Call the Poison Help line: 1-800-222-1222 #WorldTeachersDay #PoisonPrevention #SchoolSafety #MissouriPoisonCenter #PoisonHelp