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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
📆 November is National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month!

CO is an invisible, odorless gas that can be deadly.

🔥 Stay safe this winter:
✅ Install & check CO detectors
✅ Vent fireplaces & generators properly
✅ Never idle your car in a garage

If you suspect CO poisoning, call ☎️ 1-800-222-1222 or 911.
November 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM