Every month, we post a new article covering the latest trends and updates on harmful substances. We share information and safety tips on trending poison topics so that you and your family will know how to avoid these harmful substances and know what to do if you encounter them.
Within the last year, The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has seen a dramatic increase in the availability of fake prescription drugs. Criminal drug networks are mass-producing counterfeit pills and falsely selling them as legitimate prescription pills, and drug dealers are now adding fentanyl to counterfeit opioid medications and other drugs…
Within the last several years, poison control centers have received significantly more calls regarding the purposeful ingestion of sodium nitrite. It's a method of suicide that has become more frequent due to the ease of information and accessibility for many, especially young adults. What Is Sodium Nitrite? Sodium nitrite is…
As cannabis becomes legal across more states in the U.S, it's essential to know about the new cannabis products that slip under the radar or try to pass as "legal." Today, there is a new compound, "delta-8 THC," which is raising questions. Is this substance safe? Why doesn't it follow…
Now, it’s easier than ever to test for COVID with at-home rapid tests. Rather than making an appointment to visit a doctor, we can test ourselves in the comfort of our own homes. Yet, as at-home COVID tests grow in popularity, poison centers around the U.S. are receiving more calls…
Asbestos is a natural mineral fiber that works well in many manufactured goods. Manufacturers have used it for construction, automotive parts, and textiles for years. But is it dangerous? Is there a risk of poisoning? Today we’re going over asbestos, what it is, what it looks like, and how to…
Many use alcohol to unwind, celebrate, or for pleasure, but drinking too much too quickly can lead to serious, sometimes deadly consequences. Drinking large quantities of beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages in a short amount of time can lead to alcohol intoxication or a more serious alcohol poisoning. It's…
Before vaccines were available, researchers were looking into finding ways to combat COVID-19 and did a study on ivermectin. These ivermectin COVID studies were not done on humans and did not prove ivermectin is an effective way to treat or prevent COVID-19. Yet, poison centers have had an increase in …
