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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 1d

🍂🍸 #Fall is a season for warm #cocktails, but remember that alcohol is toxic to young children and pets.

Always store alcoholic drinks out of reach and never leave them unattended. We are here to help 24/7!

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 2d

💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay 💚

Mental health struggles can lead to emergencies like overdoses or poisonings.

📞 Need help?
➡ 1-800-222-1222 – Poison Center, 24/7 expert help
➡ 988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

🧠 Mental health matters. You are not alone. 💜

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 3d

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Join us & @upstatemedical.bsky.social EM Dept for the 29th Annual Toxicology Teaching Day!

📅 Oct 29, 2025 at The Collegian Hotel, Syracuse.
🕗 8 AM–3:30 PM
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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 3d

🤧 Cold season = cough syrup in the house. Always follow the label, measure carefully, and keep meds out of reach.

Call us 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222 if a mix-up happens!

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 4d

🍅 Wash all fruits and vegetables under running water, even if you’re going to peel them.

Use a clean vegetable brush to scrub firm fruits and vegetables like melons, avocados, and cucumbers.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 5d

During #NationalFirePreventionWeek , let’s not forget about #carbonmonoxide (CO) poisoning!

CO is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly. Install detectors! For poison emergencies, call us at 1-800-222-1222!

LEARN MORE: bit.ly/4mNdk8n

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 6d

👶 National Child Health Day is a great reminder to keep little ones safe from poisons!

Store medicines, cleaning supplies, and other toxic substances out of reach and sight. Call our experts for help 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 6d

🚘 Antifreeze is sweet, but can be deadly!

Just a few sips can kill harm a child or a pet. Store it securely & clean up spills immediately.

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 8d

🍄 Fall mushroom foraging?

Remember: many wild mushrooms are poisonous and can cause serious illness. When in doubt, throw it out.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 9d

🍁🌿🌱Some outdoor plants and berries can be toxic if eaten!

Make sure kids and pets steer clear of anything unknown while enjoying fall activities.

Call our poison center with questions: 1-800-222-1222!

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 9d

🪫🎃 Button batteries are hidden in many fall decorations and toys. If swallowed, they can cause life-threatening injuries.

Keep them out of reach of children and pets.

📲Call us: 1-800-222-1222.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 12d

🎃 One month ‘til Halloween! Stay safe:
🍬 Check candy, toss unwrapped
🧴 Keep glow sticks/cleaners away
🪙 Button batteries = danger if swallowed
👻 Prevention = safer Halloween!

Poisoning? Call 1-800-222-1222 (open 24/7, holidays too).

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 13d

☕ It’s #NationalCoffeeDay!

Enjoy your coffee, but remember: caffeine can be toxic in high doses.

Keep coffee, energy drinks, and supplements stored safely away from children.

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 13d

📲 We are open 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222.

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 15d

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 16d

🍂 #Fall is here! That means it is time for cozy candles, colorful leaves, and pumpkin everything! But don’t forget:

🧴 Store cleaning products up & away.
🌿 Keep kids & pets from tasting berries, mushrooms, or plants outside.

🍁📞 For poison emergencies, call 1-800-222-1222!

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 17d

⚠️ #DYK that everyday items like cleaning supplies, medicines, and batteries can be poisonous to kids and pets?

Always store them up, away, and out of sight. A few seconds of prevention can save a life.

📞 If a poisoning occurs, call us at 1-800-222-1222!

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 18d

👶 Curiosity is a big part of growing up, but it can lead to poison dangers at home.

🔒 Lock up household cleaning products.
👜 Ask that purses, bags, and guests’ belongings be stored up high.
🌿 Teach kids not to eat unknown plants or berries.

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 20d

📣 Antifreeze is sweet-tasting but deadly if ingested. Keep all automotive fluids locked up and away from children and pets. Plus, keep them in their original container!

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 22d

🍕 It's #NationalPepperoniPizzaDay!

Enjoying a frozen pizza today? Cook it thoroughly and check the internal temperature to prevent food poisoning. If you need us, though, we are here at 1-800-222-1222.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 23d

🍬 Not everything that looks like candy is safe!

🚫 Laundry pods, cannabis edibles & cleaning products can be easily mistaken by kids.
✅ Store high & out of reach.

📞 If an exposure happens, call 1-800-222-1222 right away.

#PoisonPrevention #poisonhelp #PreventPoison

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 23d

🍂🌸 Whether it’s spring cleaning or #fall #flu season, poison risks change throughout the year.

✔️ Keep cleaners, chemicals, and medicines secure.
✔️ Don’t mix products because dangerous fumes can form.
✔️ Save our number in your phone: 1-800-222-1222.

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upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 25d

📣 #Essentialoils can be toxic if swallowed or absorbed through the skin.

Keep them out of reach of children and pets, and label them clearly.

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 26d

🌿 It’s National Indoor Plant Week! #DYK some indoor plants can be toxic if eaten by kids or pets?

🚫 Common ones include: philodendron, peace lily, pothos, & dieffenbachia.
✅ Keep plants out of reach & know which ones are safe.

Call 1-800-222-1222 for expert help.

MORE INFO: bit.ly/4bi3cix

upstatepoison.bsky.social @upstatepoison.bsky.social · 27d

💊❌ Never call medicine “candy.”

Children learn by exploring and that can include tasting what they shouldn’t.

✅ Use child-resistant packaging.
✅ Keep meds locked up.
✅ Double-check dosing instructions.

📞 Call 1-800-222-1222 if a child swallows too much or the wrong medicine.