Poison Prevention Week Council
National Poison Prevention Week, the third week in March each year, is a week nationally designated to highlight the dangers of poisonings and how to prevent them. However, every day people can and do prevent poisonings. We invite you to review the information on this site and become actively involved in helping ensure the safety of children and adults in your home and your community. Safety Tips You Need to Know >> About
In addition, carbon monoxide poisoning is a risk for families, especially for children. It is crucial for families to purchase, install and test CO detectors. They should be on every level of the home and outside of every sleeping area.
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Each year, more than 100 children ages 14 and under die as a result of unintentional poisoning. Non-pharmaceutical products such as cosmetics, cleaning substances, plants, foreign bodies, toys, pesticides, art supplies, and alcohol are responsible for 56 percent of poisoning exposures for children under 5 years of age.Parents need to store these products up and away from children, preferably in a locked cabinet.
