Back to School Poison Safety
Back to school season is a time for change and distractions. Changes in daily routines make poisonings more likely to occur.
Be sure to keep the West Virginia Poison Center number available. 1-800-222-1222.
Our medical experts in poison information answer calls 24/7.
Morning Rush Medication Mix Up
Mornings can be hectic. When distracted, it is easy to take the wrong medicine.
Do not lay medicine on the counter where anyone could grab it.
Keep all medicine in its bottle until it is ready to be taken.
West Virginia Poison Center Middle School Poster Contest Winner:
Nevaeh Hamner, Buckhannon Upshur Middle School
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