Mississippi Poison Control Center at UMMC

Mississippi Poison Control Center at UMMC The Mississippi Poison Control Center provides poison related info 24/7. It is free and confidential

Are you spring cleaning? 🌸🐝Mixing chemicals can be very dangerous or cause a toxic gas. Risks of ingesting cleaners are ...
04/07/2026

Are you spring cleaning? 🌸🐝
Mixing chemicals can be very dangerous or cause a toxic gas. Risks of ingesting cleaners are higher when they are within reach of little ones.
❌Don't store cleaners/chemicals in water bottles, even adults can make that mistake and drink it thinking it was safe to drink.

Our poison experts are happy to help you 1-800-222-1222

Egg-sactly.
04/03/2026

Egg-sactly.

Those child resistant caps may slow kids down, but it won't stop them from getting into your medication. Remember to ke...
03/31/2026

Those child resistant caps may slow kids down, but it won't stop them from getting into your medication.
Remember to keep all medications up high and out of reach.
There is NO such thing as child proof bottles.

If you need Poison Control call 1-800-222-1222

Cannabis can impair your ability to drive, just like alcohol. It can slow your reaction time, affect your coordination, ...
03/27/2026

Cannabis can impair your ability to drive, just like alcohol. It can slow your reaction time, affect your coordination, and impair your judgment, even if you think you feel fine.

Stay put, use public transit, call a ride share, or catch a ride with a sober friend.

One of the most common calls we receive about cannabis is when little kids mistaking an edible for candy 🍬 Keep your ki...
03/24/2026

One of the most common calls we receive about cannabis is when little kids mistaking an edible for candy 🍬

Keep your kiddos safe by always storing your stash up high, out of their reach, & locked up 🔒

That’s a wrap on ! Take a moment to save the Poison Help line in your phone: 1-800-222-1222.The Poison Help line is fas...
03/22/2026

That’s a wrap on ! Take a moment to save the Poison Help line in your phone: 1-800-222-1222.

The Poison Help line is fast, free, staffed by experts, and available 24/7, 365 days a year. You never know when you might need it.

Q: Should you transfer chemicals or cleaners in the home and garage to another container?A: No!✅Always keep products in ...
03/21/2026

Q: Should you transfer chemicals or cleaners in the home and garage to another container?
A: No!

✅Always keep products in their original containers.
✅Store them up high, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🚫Do not put them in a cup or bottle, even if labeled.
🚫Never store with food.

The original container has the label! Read it carefully and follow all directions.

Call us at 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, confidential help if you suspect a poisoning or have a question.

Medicine mistakes happen. If someone takes the wrong medicine, the wrong dose, or has unexpected side effects, call us a...
03/20/2026

Medicine mistakes happen. If someone takes the wrong medicine, the wrong dose, or has unexpected side effects, call us at 1-800-222-1222, even if it isn’t an emergency. Poison Help is always fast, free, and confidential.

Save the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) to your phone so you have it if you need it.

Everyday items can be poisonous. Items like detergent pods, cleaners, mouthwash, soap, or medicines should never be left...
03/19/2026

Everyday items can be poisonous. Items like detergent pods, cleaners, mouthwash, soap, or medicines should never be left out.

🧼Always close lids and caps tightly.
🧼Keep products stored up, away, out of sight, and preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🧼Use child-resistant containers whenever possible, but remember nothing is 100% childproof.

If anyone swallows a product or gets it on their skin or in their eyes, call us at 1-800-222-1222. It’s fast and free to call!

Did you know your local Poison Center can help you treat bites and stings? Our experts can answer questions about bites ...
03/18/2026

Did you know your local Poison Center can help you treat bites and stings?

Our experts can answer questions about bites and stings from:
🐍Snakes
🐝Insects
🕷Scorpions
🕷️Spiders
➕And more!

If you have questions about a bite or sting, the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) is always fast, free, confidential, and non-judgmental.

How do you know if you should call Poison Help or 911?Call 911 when someone is having trouble breathing, unresponsive, o...
03/17/2026

How do you know if you should call Poison Help or 911?

Call 911 when someone is having trouble breathing, unresponsive, or having a seizure. For all other poisoning symptoms, call the Poison Help line to connect with an expert!

The Poison Help line is fast, free, and available 24/7, 365 days a year. You never know when you might need it. 1-800-222-1222.

Kids see gummy medicine like vitamins, melatonin, or cannabis and think “candy!” But they can be dangerous.Here’s how to...
03/16/2026

Kids see gummy medicine like vitamins, melatonin, or cannabis and think “candy!” But they can be dangerous.

Here’s how to help your kids stay safe:
🍬 Store gummies up, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🍬 Never call gummy medicines “candy”.
🍬 Keep gummies in their original container.

Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 to get connected to your local poison center. Poison Centers are here for you with confidential, non-judgmental, and free expert advice.

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