Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center

Dedicated to our collective mission in poison prevention, education, reducing severity of toxic exposures, and providing high quality toxicological expertise

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🎉 Congratulations to Jonathan, Lucas, and Saira on passing their Specialists in Poison Information certification exams!

We're proud to celebrate their hard work, expertise, and commitment to serving the people of Michigan as Certified Specialists in Poison Information (CSPI).

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🍄 Think it's a morel? Be sure before you take a bite.

Some toxic mushrooms look similar to edible varieties.

Questions about wild mushrooms? Call MiPDC: 1-800-222-1222.

#MushroomSafety #MorelSeason #MiPDC

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The MiPDC is here 24/7 for questions about:

💊 Medications & interactions
🧴 Household products
🌿 Plants & supplements
🐍 Bites & stings
🍷 Alcohol & substances
⚠️ Overdose & withdrawal concerns

Free. Confidential. Expert help.

📞 1-800-222-1222

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Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay 🚭

Nicotine and tobacco use can harm heart and lung health and lead to dependence.

Quitting has real health benefits. Questions about vaping or nicotine exposure? MiPDC is here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.

#TobaccoExposed #MiPDC

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Vaping isn’t harmless. Many vape products contain addictive nicotine and chemicals that can affect your lungs, brain and heart.

This #WorldNoTobaccoDay, help spread awareness and know the risks. Questions about vaping or nicotine? The MiPDC is available 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222.

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Memorial Day is for reflecting and making new memories—not emergency calls.

Celebrate safely:
• Never drive impaired
• Keep meds & cannabis away from kids/pets
• Stay hydrated
• Watch for signs of poisoning

Questions? Call the experts at the MiPDC: 1-800-222-1222

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MYTH VS. FACT
❌ “Kratom is safe because it’s natural.”
✅ Natural doesn’t always mean safe.

Semisynthetic and synthetic kratom variants, like 7-OH, can cause overdose, dependence, and severe withdrawal symptoms.

Questions? Call the MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222

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🕷️ Bug season is here

TOX TIP 🐜
✔ Check kids & pets for ticks
✔ Use repellent outdoors
✔ Remove ticks carefully
✔ Watch for symptoms after bites/stings

Questions? Call MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222

👇 What bugs or outdoor poison risks should we cover this summer?

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Laundry pods can cause serious poisoning injuries—especially in young children. The MiPDC has seen an increase in laundry pod exposure calls.

Store pods up high, locked away, and in their original container.

Poison emergency? Call 1-800-222-1222 anytime for free expert help.

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Happy National Hospital Week 🏥
We’re proud to support healthcare teams across Michigan.

@ahahospitals

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TOX TIP 🌱
Store lawn & garden products safely
✔ Keep in original containers
✔ Follow labels
✔ Keep from kids & pets

Questions? Call MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222

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EEMB USA Recalls Battery Pouches Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Federal Statute for Child-Resistant Packaging of Coin Batteries | https://t.co/9LrU9OzU3R https://t.co/1jIewkJSyA

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WSU researchers, including MiPDC’s Dr. Varun Vohra, received a BCBS grant to expand public access to naloxone in high-risk communities.

“This study… unites interdisciplinary efforts to address an urgent overdose crisis through applied, data-driven research.”

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Today we celebrate the incredible nurses who care for our communities every day. 💙

Your compassion, skill, and dedication save lives.
We’re proud to support you.

#NursesWeek

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Mental health is health 💚
Take meds as prescribed. Store safely. Ask questions.
📞 1-800-222-1222

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💬 We’ve shared a lot this month—now we want to hear from you.

What questions do you have about meds, cleaning products, alcohol, or poison safety?

Drop them below 👇

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Two Detroit students were hospitalized after eating suspected THC edibles—showing the risk to kids.

“Even small amounts of THC can have serious effects on children,” said Dr. Vohra of the MiPDC.

Store safely. Keep out of reach.
📞 1-800-222-1222
🔗 https://t.co/yCKZ4g7flv

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🤖 Googling symptoms? Asking AI?

That works…until it’s an emergency.

If something feels wrong, don’t guess. Call the poison experts at the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center for free, confidential, expert advice. 1-800-222-1222

💬 Have you ever Googled a health scare?

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#TakeBackDay collection sites are NOW OPEN nationwide! Help keep your community safe by cleaning out your medicine cabinet and taking back unneeded meds for safe disposal! Find a collection site near you. https://t.co/ebelyVmG02

#TakeBackDay

@deahq

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💊 Tox tip: Medications should always be stored up, away, and out of sight of children.

Even “child-resistant” bottles aren’t childproof.

💬 Where do you store your medications?