Helpful Tips from Poison Control

By: Lindsey Bryant

Updated: March 18, 2013

Most calls to the Poison Center involve children however adults have higher death rates from poisoning. Make sure and lock up or store securely prescription pain medicines, heart, diabetes and antidepressant drugs.
Be sure and place 1-800-222-1222 in cell phone contacts list or place number on your refrigerator for easy reference.

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