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Stringray Injuries: Prevention and Treatment

Stringray Injuries: Prevention and Treatment

Stingrays have long, thin, whip-like tails equipped with one to three barbed venomous spinal blades. Although they are generally shy, they may strike when unintentionally stepped on. Their venom causes intense pain, but the main risk of a stingray injury is the puncture wound. Hot water immersion and good wound care are central to managing stingray injuries.


Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba is used by many people in an effort to improve memory and slow age-related intellectual decline, but solid evidence to support these benefits is limited. Ginkgo biloba is generally considered safe, but it can cause adverse effects and interactions with other drugs.


What You Need to Know About Caulk

What You Need to Know About Caulk

There are various kinds of caulking compounds on the market, each geared to a specific kind of project. Most caulks are made up of acrylic, latex, silicone, or a combination of all three. In general, caulk is only a mild irritant.



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Media Information

The latest press releases, background, facts, FAQs for the press, images of the webPOISONCONTROL® app, and the state of poison control in the U.S.


What are Safe Treatments for Morning Sickness?

What are Safe Treatments for Morning Sickness?

Morning sickness is common during pregnancy and can lead to severe complications for some women. Fortunately, there are multiple treatment options available, including both prescription and non-prescription medications.


Cat Bites and Scratches

Cat Bites and Scratches

Bites and scratches from a healthy-appearing cat can make you sick. Always tell your healthcare provider about cat bites and scratches if you have unexplained symptoms, especially fever.


Poison prevention downloads

Poison prevention downloads

Help us promote poison safety. Poison prevention videos, posters, and brochures are available for download. Materials and images are for educational use. 


Spread the Word about Our Life-saving Tool

Spread the Word about Our Life-saving Tool

webPOISONCONTROL® is the first online triage tool and app to provide individualized guidance for poison emergencies. It was developed by the National Capital Poison Center. webPOISONCONTROL guides users faced with a poison emergency through a series of simple questions leading to action recommendations.


Everything You Need to Know About Snakebites

Everything You Need to Know About Snakebites

The beginning of warmer weather is the beginning of snakebite season. Many of these bites occur around people's homes, but bites can occur anywhere. While there are several species of venomous snakes in the United States, the majority of domestic snakes are not venomous. Be sure to call Poison Control or seek medical attention if someone is bitten.


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Learn the Poison Prevention Jingles

Learn the Poison Help jingle in English or Spanish. Use these jingles to teach the Poison Control number: 1-800-222-1222. Available for download.

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