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, October 16, 2019

Stay Healthy When Visiting Petting Zoos

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This time of year, you will find many holiday activities that include festivals, fairs, carnivals and many times, petting zoos. Many kids g...
Monday, September 9, 2019

What you Need to Know about the Dangers of Vaping

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E-cigs, vapes, e-hookahs, vape pens, mods, tanks and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). What do these devices all have in common...
Friday, August 30, 2019

Be Prepared, Not Scared, During National Preparedness Month

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With hurricane season upon us, it’s a great time to be reminded of why being prepared for a national disaster is so incredibly importa...
Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Back to School Poison Control Safety

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Back to school means prepping! It may start with purchasing new school supplies and maybe even some new clothes in order to get back into ...
Wednesday, July 31, 2019

SPI Spotlight Blog: Orly from North Texas Poison Center

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1.     Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got involved in poison control. My name is Orlando, but family and friends c...
Friday, June 14, 2019

The Dangers of Pool Chemicals Left Unattended

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The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently shared some frightening statistics regarding pool chemicals. Home pools make ...
Friday, May 24, 2019

Bites and Stings to Look Out for in Summertime

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As the weather heats up and kids get out of school for summer, more time is spent outdoors working and playing. The summer months can be f...
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