Poison Prevention

Although poisoning deaths of children under 5 have continued to drop every year, it’s still a good idea to review poison safety tips.

· Use child-resistant packaging properly by closing the container securely after use.

· Keep all chemicals and medicines locked up. Preferably somewhere high where children can’t reach.

· Call the poison center toll free number 1-800-222-1222 immediately in case of poisoning.

· When using cleaning products, don’t let young children out of your sight, even if you must take the child or product along when answering the phone or doorbell.

· Keep items in original containers.

· Leave the original labels on all products, and read the label before using.

· Do not put decorative lamps and candles that contain lamp oil where children can reach them because lamp oil is very toxic.

· Always leave the light on when giving or taking medicine. Check the dosage every time.

· Avoid taking medicine in front of children. Refer to medicine as "medicine," not "candy."

· Clean out the medicine cabinet periodically, and safely dispose of unneeded medicines when the illness for which they were prescribed is over. Pour contents down drain or toilet, and rinse the container before discarding.

Source: Poison Prevention.org

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