Northern New England Poison Center

The Northern New England Poison Center provides 24/7 treatment advice and poison information for Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. 1-800-222-1222 or chat online

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The second episode of our new podcast is out! Our poison specialists discuss common arthropod pests and ways to deal with them. https://t.co/XI7JL5QOrO

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Ever wanted to hear what it's like working on the poison help line, directly from poison specialists? Our new podcast, Poison Center Pointers, provides tips and insights from the experts taking your calls. https://t.co/48ApakHm5V

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More on the data behind the story: https://t.co/SLHcJZaNsJ

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WGME covered this important story about a concerning increase we're seeing in self-harm poisonings among young people. Help is available 24/7 from the Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255. https://t.co/4jdDvPiemg

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Come for the US CPSC's recall email list link, stay for the mind-bending meme

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Everyone take a minute.

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The FDA is warning people to avoid using certain hand sanitizers because they contain methanol, which is not a safe ingredient for hand sanitizer.

If you’ve used one of these, call the poison center right away at 1-800-222-1222 for quick, expert advice. https://t.co/24rhweZqnQ

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We have a new video up in which educator Gayle Finkelstein discusses steps you can take to avoid some common pandemic-related poisonings. https://t.co/ofdtIHmxrK

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And remember that reading the product label and following the instructions is the number one way to stay safe when using cleaners. Double check the label every time you use a product.

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About 1 in 3 adults has used a cleaning product unsafely during the pandemic, survey results suggest https://t.co/qizpvijoug

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For more tips, check out our COVID-19 poison safety post - https://t.co/703CHuSASl - and our Poisons A-Z page on cleaners - https://t.co/8IhpZbPtKo

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Foraging mistakes can be dangerous. We have quite a few recent cases of people eating false hellebore, mistaking the plant for ramps (aka wild leeks). False hellebore can have serious effects and most people who eat it need to be treated at the hospital. https://t.co/51RKmzm5g2

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Hand sanitizers and anti-bacterial soaps are designed for external use only. They are toxic if taken internally and can cause illness, injury or death if ingested or injected. Read product packaging carefully and only use as directed. More info at @NNEPC: https://t.co/dBxIBGdq7P

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Just a friendly reminder from #SafTRex and Northern New England Poison Center @NNEPC 😂👏🏻🦖#washyourhands

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Taking nonmedical products to treat an illness or medical condition can be harmful or even fatal. Taking animal medications can also be harmful. Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using a product to treat or prevent COVID-19 or other illness. https://t.co/yAszboVfnM

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Did you remember to check the batteries in your carbon monoxide alarm when we changed the clocks? If not, take a minute to do it today.

Don't have an alarm? We have a guide to choosing the right one https://t.co/zWQ6ZjTiH3

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Only take medicine prescribed for you by your doctor. If your doctor prescribes hydroxychloroquine or chloroquine for #coronavirus, do not share the medicine with others. Call 1-800-222-1222 immediately if these medicines are taken in the wrong amount or by the wrong person.

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When you are using medicine in your home, remember to put the cap on right after using it to help prevent poisonings #nppw20 https://t.co/CrTObG3gWp

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As part of its COVID-19 preparation recommendations, the CDC suggests keeping on hand a 2-week supply of any prescription medications you take. Remember to keep all medications up high, out of reach of children, in a locked cabinet if possible #nppw https://t.co/k7Ltfc30gi

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We're all being extra careful to clean surfaces around our homes. Remember that mixing cleaning products can be toxic. For example, mixing bleach and ammonia can produce highly irritating fumes. https://t.co/wCJhgG69GP