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Poison Prevention at Home is theme of Kelli Bonifer's Extension News National Poison Prevention Week is observed annually during the third week of March. Understanding the importance of poison prevention can be a case of life or death for you or one of your family members. A poison is any substance that can cause harm or unintended symptoms. Poisons come in four common forms including: Solids such as soap, medicine, and plants; Liquids including bleach, detergent, perfume, and lighter fluid; Sprays such as insect spray, cooking spray, and paint; and Gases that include carbon monoxide, exhaust fumes, cigarette smoke, kerosene or oil fumes from heating sources. UK Cooperative Extension Health Specialist and Registered Nurse Peggy Riley, confirmed, The top ten categories of poisons that most often involve poisoning accidents in children under the age of six are: personal care products (shampoos, deodorants), household cleaning products, cough/cold medicines, pain relievers (aspirin), plants and mushrooms, foreign bodies (batteries, coins and sharp objects), topical ointments/creams, insecticides and rat poisons, antimicrobials (antibiotics), and hydrocarbons (gasoline, kerosene). Adair County Extension Agent Kelli Bonifer states, The most important thing we can do to prevent accidental poisoning in our home is become educated about what poisons are and how to prevent accidental poisoning. Two ways to educate yourself include learning the recommendations provided on the Home Safety Checklist and knowing what to do if you or your child accidentally ingests a poison. Plan to work with your childs school and other community members to educate other parents about poison safety during the 2006 National Poison Prevention Week, recommended Kelli Bonifer. The Home Safety Checklist is available at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service; along with important steps to follow if an accidental poisoning occurs in your home. Nurse Riley instructed, If an accidental poisoning occurs and the victim has collapsed, is having seizures, or is unconscious, Call 9-1-1 immediately! Otherwise, you should call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 for instructions. This story was posted on 2006-03-21 15:37:42
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