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You may think it takes a handful of pills to cause an overdose, but that’s not the case. If you drop a pill, pick it up. Even a little of the wrong medicine could be deadly for a small child or pet. We’re here to help if anyone finds trouble at 1-800-222-1222, 24/7. #ToxTuesday
From our homes to yours, we wish you a happy #Thanksgiving!
Our nurses, pharmacists, and doctors are here, 24 hours a day, throughout the holiday weekend at 1-800-222-1222. Call us anytime if you need us.
🦃THANKSGIVING FOOD SAFETY🦃
As you start to prepare for #Thanksgiving, break out your food thermometer & keep these food safety tips in mind. If you have ?s or suspect food poisoning, we’re here 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222. https://youtu.be/SXHAwdo1Fvw
🧳THANKSGIVING TRAVEL🧳
If you’re heading out of town - make sure your medications are #UpAndAway, out of reach of small children. If you’re staying with family/friends, check their home for potential dangers. We’re here through #Thanksgiving weekend at 1-800-222-1222 #ToxTuesday
In case of a poisoning, would you do this or that?
Would you head straight to the emergency room or would you call to speak with a trained nurse, pharmacist or doctor who is trained in toxicology?
#DYK that most poisonings can be treated at home. Call 1-800-222-1222!
OK you home chefs. If you are preparing the feast next week, now is a great time to learn about these tips from @FloridaPoison to ensure you have a safe one! https://youtu.be/SXHAwdo1Fvw
The data is out on drug overdoses in 2020. Florida lost nearly 22 residents/day to drug poisoning, a 26% increase.
Opioids (mostly synthetic forms like fentanyl) were involved in 75% of deaths. We’re here 24/7 for all poisonings or questions about safe use. #StopOverdose
Holiday shopping is underway! In some packages you may find a silica gel packet. It is non-toxic - the granules have almost the same ingredients as beach sand. The main risk is a child can choke on the packet. If anyone ever eats anything unusual, call 1-800-222-1222. #ToxTuesday
#DYK that many cough & cold meds are unsafe for young children? While it's tempting to give little ones cough syrup to help them sleep, a recent article in the journal Pediatrics highlights 118 deaths associated with this practice, as well as simple mistakes or overdoses.
When you change your clocks 🕰 this weekend it's the perfect time to test the batteries 🔋 in your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
