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Poisons

Toddler walking, about to open a cabinet door.Poisoning may cause confusion, vomiting, sleepiness, seizures, trouble breathing, and even death. Learn more about how to prevent children from accessing toxic substances, like cleaning products and poisonous plants.

Even Plants Can Be Poisonous

Plants are important to our health and well-being, and they can help children understand and respect the natural world. 

Poisoning Prevention Home Safety Tip Sheet

Poison Control centers across the country report an increase in calls related to hand sanitizer, cleaning, and disinfectant products. These tips can keep children safe from poisoning at home.

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