New Jersey Poison Control

04/21/2026

🧒 Kids and adult recreational products don’t mix. Unlike adults, children who ingest edibles are at a much higher risk for severe health effects and even fatal outcomes from ma*****na.
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies? Call 1-800-222-1222 if a child was exposed to cannab*s products. Do not wait, call us right away for medical guidance and next steps.
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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04/20/2026

Dispose of your unneeded Rx drugs, no questions asked! is Saturday, April 25, 10am-2pm.
💊 Find a collection site 👉 www.DEATakeBack.com
📱🧑‍⚕️ 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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04/18/2026

🚨 Recall Alert: Magnetic charms sold on Amazon can easily detach and be swallowed—posing a medical emergency for kids.
⚠️ A swallowed magnet isn’t just a choking hazard—it’s a medical emergency.
📱🧑‍⚕️Questions or emergencies: Call 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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This recall involves Maitys' drinkware charms. The recalled magnetic charms were sold in sets of 400 multicolored charms with magnetic backings used to attach the charm to glass drinkware. "Maitys" is printed on the front of the charm's box.

04/17/2026

Help loosen the grip of prescription drug misuse--drop off your unneeded meds today. is a win-win for everyone. Spring clean your medicine cabinet, dispose of medicines safely, and keep your loved ones and community safe.
💊 Find a collection site near you 👉 www.DEATakeBack.com
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: Call 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
Free 24/7 | Confidential | No insurance needed

04/17/2026

🔴✋ Stop and read. This info may save your life and the lives of those you love, including your fur babies! CO detectors bought from third-party sellers on major online marketplaces like Amazon may be defective. Read below.
✅ Questions or concerns about carbon monoxide? Call us 24/7 for free medical help.
📱 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/faulty-carbon-monoxide-detector-amazon/

A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.

04/15/2026

04/14/2026

Medicines. Cleaners. Button batteries.
Most poisonings happen at home—and involve everyday items. Accidental exposures are preventable.
Here's how to prevent tomorrow's emergencies:
🔐 Lock away medicines, household chemicals, cannab*s edibles, v**es and liquid ni****ne, and button batteries .
✅ Read product labels for directions and warnings
❌ Don’t mix medicines or chemical products
✅ Save 1-800-222-1222. Call 24/7 for medical help.
💬 Live chat: http://njpoisoncenter.org
✅ Free, 24/7 | Confidential | No insurance needed

Poison risks affect all ages, from toddlers to older adults. Learn practical safety steps to reduce exposure at home and prevent emergencies.

04/14/2026

🤔 Ever wonder … Is this an emergency? Or am I overthinking it?
When you’re not sure who to ask, ask us. Our medical professionals are available to help you figure out what to do next—calmly and confidentially.
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: Call -800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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🤷‍♀️ 𝐇𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧'𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝?
Our poison information specialists will quickly assess the situation you are calling about by asking various questions. You will provide the answers you can/are willing to disclose. The specialist will then be able to provide first-aid recommendations based on the information gathered.
✔ If possible, have the medicine, chemical, or substance in front of you when calling to provide specific details about the product.

04/14/2026

🛒🥗 Preventing food poisoning starts while shopping.
✅ Keep raw meat separate, check expiration dates, and save cold items for last.
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: http://njpoisoncenter.org
Free, 24/7 | Confidential | No insurance needed

04/13/2026

📈 New research: Vapes have replaced ci******es as the top ni****ne poisoning risk for kids under 5. While cigarette exposures dropped, v**e exposures surged 243%.
What you can do today:
🔒 Store va**ng devices and refills locked away and out of sight.
👶 Never leave v**es unattended—even for a moment.
🚫 Avoid using or charging v**es around young children.
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: Call 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
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A sharp increase in e-cigarette exposures among children under 5 has researchers at Rutgers sounding the alarm about evolving ni****ne dangers.

04/13/2026

Guests at the house? Their bags, jackets, and purses may contain v**es or cannab*s edibles. A quick check can help keep kids and pets safe.
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: Call 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: njpoisoncenter.org
Free, 24/7 | Confidential | No insurance needed

04/12/2026

💊 Don’t be surprised by what is in your medicine cabinet. If you haven’t used them, don’t need them, or they’re expired, drop them off at a collection site near you on Saturday, April 25th, 10am-2pm. www.DEATakeBack.com
📱🧑‍⚕️ Questions or emergencies: 1-800-222-1222
💬 Live chat: http://njpoisoncenter.org
Free, 24/7 | Confidential | No insurance needed