Texas Poison Center Network

The Texas Poison Center blog is here to provide useful information and tips on dealing with toxins and poisons that we are sometimes unintentionally exposed to in or out of the home. This blog is not meant to replace calling a Poison Control Center. Poison centers offer free medical advice 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Know Your Limits and Practice Safety First When Ringing in the New Year

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As December comes to an end, everyone gets increasingly more excited to ring in the New Year. Perfect party dresses and festive decorations ...
Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Celebrating the Holidays with Food Safety in Mind

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It’s the most wonderful time of year! No matter what holidays you celebrate or who you celebrate them with, there is one thing in common wit...
Monday, November 30, 2015

The Truth about Poinsettias

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For many years, the Poinsettia has been classified as a very poisonous plant.   For this reason, many people avoid having this beautiful pla...
Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Be smart while having Fun: Halloween Safety 2015

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It’s a spooktacular time of year! A time for trick or treating, pumpkin carving and costume wearing fun! What am I talking about? Halloween ...
Thursday, October 22, 2015

National Health Education Week: Being Aware of Poison Control Services

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It’s National Public Education Week, a time when national attention is brought to the forefront on major public health issues as well as a...
Tuesday, September 15, 2015

How Poison Control Helps Prepare you for Disasters

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National Preparedness Month falls during the month of September. During this time individuals are encouraged to become more prepared for an...
Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Bites and Stings and Itching- Oh My!

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Summer time is in full force which means the bugs and snakes are out and about! While no one ever wants to have encounters with dangerous ...
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