Real Poison Center Case

A frightened mother called the poison center because her 5 year old child ingested ~7.5 milliliters of table salt. The mother mentioned that she measured it out in a medicine cup next to the stove for cooking. The mother said the child brought her an empty medicine cup and told her that she had eaten it. The specialist in poison information referred the child to the emergency room and contacted the ER for preparation. The mother called back and stated that she found the salt poured on the bed. The specialist in poison information recommended that child drink water and to call back if she had other questions.

Halloween Safety Tips

Spooky Season is around the corner and we all want to get the treats and no tricks. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe this Halloween! 

• It's rare for candy to be tampered with but if you want to take extra precautions make sure inspect the candy before eating it.
• Only accept baked goodies from people you know
• Always go with your children when collecting treats
• If your costume requires the use of makeup, use makeup only intended for the face
• Avoid using decorative contacts, as they can irritate the eyes.