One last #summercheers this weekend? ✅Keep alcoholic drinks up & away from #children. It only takes a minimal amount to be toxic ✅Be aware of the signs of alcohol poisoning 👇Read the NIH's full list of symptoms tinyurl.com/NIHdangersofal… ☎1-800-222-1222 Call for #PoisonHelp

#DYK September is #SuicidePreventionMonth? According to the CDC, 49,000 people died by suicide in 2022. Suicide is affecting people from all walks of life. Become familiar with risk factors, warning signs, and how to help. #988Lifeline More info 👇 samhsa.gov/mental-health/…

Happy #LaborDay from the Virginia Poison Center! ☎1-800-222-1222 The #PoisonHelp line is available 24/7, even today, to assist with your poison related questions or emergencies!

🥪 Are you back to packing #schoollunches? We don't want #foodborneillness to be a part of your child's school day! ☎ 1-800-222-1222 #PoisonHelp is available 24/7 to answer questions about food poisoning or to assist with emergencies!

⚠️Creating a supportive environment at home is crucial in reducing the risk of #suicide. Limiting access to means of harm is a significant step. While impossible to eliminate all risks, some measures can improve safety at home. #SuicidePrevention #988Lifeline #PoisonHelp

🤷Do you 🔐over-the-counter meds & alcohol in your house? Take a listen as Dr.beachgem10 provides great info on the importance of safe storage of alcohol, acetaminophen (Tylenol), Benadryl, and ibuprofen for not only little #kids but also #teens! tiktok.com/@beachgem10/vi…

🦠 #backtoschool germs hitting your household? Always use the dosing device that comes with your child's medicine to ensure safe dosing! 👇 For #infant acetaminophen (Tylenol) dosage info tinyurl.com/2s3c6pz6 ☎ 1-800-222-1222 Call for 24/7 #PoisonHelp

🐶🐱 As your family gets back into the #school routine, be sure to keep potentially #poisonous products out of sight from pets! 👇ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has great tips!

Happy #GrandparentsDay! Keep your grandchildren safe when they visit by: ✅knowing what meds you have in the home ✅storing all meds up, away, and out of sight ✅cleanout/get rid of meds you no longer use or that are expired ☎1-800-222-1222 Have a medication question?#PoisonHelp

#Schoolnurses, you're there for your students and we're here for you! ☎1-800-222-1222 Call the 24/7, free #PoisonHelp line for poison related questions or if you suspect a poisoning during the school day!

#DYK that Sept. 10 is #NationalSuicideAwarenessDay? Do you know who to call/where to go if you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis? 📱You can call or text 988 to find the appropriate resources near you. #988Lifeline #SuicidePrevention #BeThe1To

📣 Here to answer some of the most #frequentlyaskedquestions when it comes to poisons and poison centers! ☎ 1-800-222-1222 #PoisonHelp is available 24/7 to provide free and confidential medical assistance when it comes to your poison questions or emergencies!

⚠️When someone you love is in crisis & needs support, it can be hard to know what to do. EVERYONE can play a role in #suicideprevention. Know the warning signs of suicide and #BeThe1To offer support. Seek help by calling or texting 988 or by chatting with 988Lifeline.org.

Don't be fooled on #fridaythe13th! Look-alikes might seem harmless, but can lead to serious health concerns! ✔keep products in their original package ✔keep products separate from everyday household foods ✔store out of sight/reach from children ☎️1-800-222-1222 #PoisonHelp

🍄 There's #fungus among us! Keep your #pets safe with these tips from ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center aspca.org/news/fungus-am…

⚠️ #Airfresheners are common in homes today! However, they are often placed at lower levels and are easy for small children to quickly access. ☎ 1-800-222-1222 Don't hesitate, call #PoisonHelp if you have questions related to air fresheners or if you suspect a poisoning!

🚨 #Suicideprevention starts at home. The simple act of posting help line numbers where they can be easily seen serves as a constant reminder that help is just a phone call away, no matter the circumstance. ✔️post the 988 # where it can be seen

🍳Using #Teflon coated pans in your home? Read more from our very own, Dr. John W. Downs, MD, MPH, on Teflon flu, symptoms, and how to treat it below! womansworld.com/wellness/is-te…

⚠ Be aware of the warning signs for suicide in youth. Changes in behavior such as staying away from family/friends, withdrawing from activities, not sleeping or sleeping too much, or searching online for ways to end their life are warning signs. 👉 cdc.gov/suicide/risk-f…

⚠ Now is a great time to be proactive! Prevent poisoning by: ✔️changing batteries in alarms ✔️routinely check equipment (fittings/lines) ✔️maintain ignition sources (pilot lights) ✔️consider upgrading older appliances ✔️call 811 before digging on your property ☎ 1-800-222-1222