Maryland Poison Center (MPC)

05/01/2026

Products that are “natural” and “non-toxic” can still be harmful if used incorrectly. Read and follow the label on all cleaning products and store them up, away, and out of sight of children.

04/30/2026

While spring cleaning, remember to read and follow the label on cleaning products. Some cleaning products can create toxic gases that are dangerous to breathe when mixed. Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help and information.

04/29/2026

If you’re planning a picnic, make sure to keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot. Bring a cooler for storing food and keep it in the shade. Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help and information.

04/28/2026

Always keep cannabis products stored up, away, and out of sight of children and pets. Many cannabis edibles look like candy, snacks, and baked goods, so it is important to make sure they are clearly labeled and stored safely to prevent potentially harmful mix-ups. Call 1-800-222-1222 for Poison Help.

04/28/2026

If you missed Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, don’t worry! Follow our simple steps to dispose of medicines in your household trash. Download our full medicine disposal information sheet- https://bit.ly/MedDisposal-Info

04/27/2026

There are a variety of shops that sell products you may not know are unregulated. These products can be addictive and harmful, and are sometimes labeled unclearly. Read more about "Gas Station" Dangers in our new blog-

There are a variety of shops that sell products you may not know are unregulated. Sometimes you can find products that may seem harmless, but using them could be dangerous and could send you to the hospital. Let’s look at some dangerous items that are found at gas stations, smoke or v**e shops, co...

04/25/2026

Today is Drug Take Back Day! Bring your unused or expired medicines to a drop-off site near you. Keeping unused or expired medicines in your house can lead to medicine mistakes and potential harm. Visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday to find a drop-off site near you.

04/24/2026

When you’re sick with allergies, you might be tempted to take more medicine. Remember that more is not always better! Taking too much of an allergy medicine can lead to harmful overdose. Call 1-800-222-1222 for questions and poison help.

04/23/2026

National Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday! Visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday to find a drop-off site near you.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from the MPC! Did you know that how we dispose of medicines impacts our environment? Flushing medicines down the sink or toilet can harm our water and environment.
📫Use local drop-off sites or mail-back programs when possible.
💧Only flush medicines on the FDA Flush List if no other options are available.
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or questions.

04/21/2026

Enjoy gardening? Follow these safety tips and always wash your hands with soap and water when done. Questions or exposures? We are here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.

04/20/2026

Poison Help is here for you 24/7. Call 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, and confidential expert advice. Save the Poison Help number in your phone in case of poison emergencies.