Iowa Poison Control Center

04/08/2026

Proud to be part of Iowa’s public health system 💙

It’s National Public Health Week! Public health is something that you use each day, and you may not even know. It helps make you and family safer and healthier by providing access to a variety of services related to health care, environmental health, substance use and more.

Visit hhs.iowa.gov to learn more about how public health works across your community every day!

04/07/2026

On , we're proud to be part of Iowa's health safety net! Our specially trained nurses, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists are here 24/7 to help keep Iowans safe.

Remember: Prevention is key, but if the unexpected happens, we're just a call away!

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Iowa Poison Control Center!

🐣Easter basket safety tips:
• Keep plastic Easter grass away from small children
• Remove candies from decorative wrappers
• Store Easter treats out of children's reach
• Supervise young children with small candies

We're here 24/7, even on holidays: 1-800-222-1222

04/04/2026

🐰 Making Easter eggs?

Keep the fun safe!
• Most egg dyes are non-toxic but need adult supervision
• Keep dye tablets away from small children who might mistake them for candy
• Wash hands after egg decorating
• Refrigerate decorated eggs

Questions? Call us at 1-800-222-1222

04/02/2026

Quick tip: Save our number now! 📱Add 1-800-222-1222 to your contacts as "Poison Control"

When unexpected poisonings happen, every minute counts. Having our number ready can make a difference!

03/31/2026

💚Today's the day!💚

We hope to see you for the Health & Mental Wellness EXPO from 4:00 - 6:30pm at the Sioux City Convention Center! 50+ businesses and providers will be there.

Thank you to UnityPoint Health - Sioux City and Family Health Care of Siouxland for sponsoring this FREE, family friendly, community event.

03/24/2026

We’re excited to be a part of this event next week!

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.

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.

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.

03/19/2026

There’s a new way to reach the Iowa Poison Control Center.

You can now chat live with our experts - anytime, anywhere.

Whether you have a quick question or a possible emergency, help is still fast, free, and confidential.

📱 Call or chat—whatever works best for you.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.iowapoison.org/chat