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We are open 24/7 for expert poison emergency/information management. Call 1-800-222-1222!
📣 Stop by Congressman John Mannion's Senior Fair at Onondaga Community College today!

We are here to share poison prevention information until 2 p.m. for older adults, their families, and caregivers.

Stop by and say hello!
December 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🍗 Leftovers galore?!

✔ Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of eating.

✔ Reheat to at least 165°F before eating.

✔ When in doubt, throw it out! Foodborne illness can happen even after the holidays.
December 1, 2025 at 12:01 AM
🎄 The holiday bustle isn’t over, and neither is the risk of an unintentional poisoning.

We are here 24/7 for fast, free, and confidential help.

📲 Save our number: 1-800-222-1222.
November 29, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🍺🥃🍾 Many festive drinks, like eggnog or punch, may contain alcohol.

After gatherings, store any leftover beverages up high and out of sight of children.

A few extra seconds of caution can prevent an unintentional sip and keep the holidays safe for everyone!
November 29, 2025 at 12:01 AM
🍽️🦃 Thanksgiving is here! Enjoy the food but keep it safe.

Wash hands, store leftovers properly, and tidy up alcohol and kitchen chemicals.

Don't forget, we are here 24/7, even on holidays at 1-800-222-1222!
November 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
🍗Turkey day is near! Practice safe food handling and wash your hands, and avoid cross-contaminating foods.
November 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
🍁 Always wash fruits and veggies, even those with inedible skins (think pumpkins and squashes)! 🎃
November 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM
🚨 Holiday travel? Pack medications in secure containers, remind your guests, and don’t let kids access your bag without supervision. 💊🛄
November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Open 24/7: 1-800-222-1222 📲
November 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
👶 Kids are curious, so keep all medicines and vitamins stored out of reach and sight of little ones.

🔐 Lock up any potentially dangerous substances and always monitor your meds.
November 23, 2025 at 12:30 AM
❄ As temperatures drop, many of us use heaters and fireplaces.

Remember, carbon monoxide is a silent danger. It’s colorless and odorless.

Install CO detectors in your home and test them regularly!

Suspect CO poisoning? Call us at 1-800-222-1222.
November 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
💊 We get calls about OTC pain meds all the time! Kids move fast!
✅ Keep meds up, away, and out of sight.
👀 Always follow dosing directions.

📞 If you have questions or if someone takes too much, call 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, confidential help.
November 20, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🧺 Laundry pods and detergents are NOT toys! Keep them high and out of reach.
November 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🚫 Mixing cleaners = danger!

Never mix bleach and ammonia! It creates toxic gas!

Always read product labels.
November 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
🌟 Our Public Health Educator Emilie Felicia is at @binghamtonu.bsky.social’s National Rural Health Day w/ 2 TRUST Program students completing their service-learning project with us. After training this fall, they’re now out sharing poison prevention resources & identifying outreach opportunities.💚🩺
November 18, 2025 at 4:03 PM
📣 It’s National Injury Prevention Day!

🏡 Keep your home safe from unintentional poisonings:
1️⃣ Lock up meds & cleaners
2️⃣ Store products out of reach
3️⃣ Call us 24/7 for help: 1-800-222-1222

#InjuryPreventionDay #PoisonPrevention #BeInjuryFree
November 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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November 17, 2025 at 2:15 PM
📞 Did you know? We cover 54 counties in Upstate New York (all the red).

No matter where you are, you can reach us 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222.
November 17, 2025 at 12:45 AM
🧽 Household cleaners can be harmful if swallowed!

Keep them secured in locked cabinets or high shelves 🗄️🔒.

Make sure lids are tightly closed after each use!

📲 For emergencies, reach out anytime 1-800-222-1222.
November 16, 2025 at 1:30 AM
🎄 Decor prep begins! Small battery packs for lights and toys can be harmful if swallowed.
November 14, 2025 at 6:08 PM
🚑 We’re here at the Vital Signs EMS Conference in Syracuse through Saturday!

If you’re attending, stop by our table to say hello and grab a badge reel or our other poison prevention goodies! 🎁✨
November 13, 2025 at 10:01 PM
🎉 Our “Request Free Materials” page has a new look!

✅ Easier to navigate
✅ Updated options
✅ Mobile-friendly

Check it out and request your poison prevention materials today:
🔗 www.upstate.edu/poison/poiso...
November 13, 2025 at 3:15 PM
🍗Thanksgiving season means big meals and busy kitchens!

Always wash your hands, keep raw meats separate, and refrigerate leftovers within two hours.
November 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
🇺🇸 Today, we honor and thank all who have served our country.

Our poison center is proud to support veterans and their families with free, expert help 24/7 for any poison-related questions or emergencies.

☎️ Call 1-800-222-1222 anytime. You served us, and we’re here to serve you.
November 11, 2025 at 2:41 PM
📣 Please read & call with any questions or concerns at 1-800-222-1222!

www.nbcnews.com/health/recal...
ByHeart baby formula recalled amid 10-state outbreak of infant botulism
Thirteen babies have been hospitalized with the illness, which can be fatal, federal heath officials said. No deaths have been reported.
www.nbcnews.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:10 PM