Hans “top 10 list” of things you can do right now to put poison in its place!!

1. Don’t eat poison, it is very rude.
2. Be careful with medications, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.  Ask for safety caps and always store these items in a secure manner.  Always write down what was taken and when it was taken to keep from accidentally doubling up or forgetting a dose.  Never call medicine candy!  Get rid of medicines that are expired or no longer needed.  Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 to find out how to safely dispose of medicines.  Many communities have medication take-back programs.
3. Many cleaning products are dangerous.  Store them in a safe manner (locked up if necessary) and, when possible, choose non-toxic varieties.
4. Store all products in their original containers.
5. Know the names of plants, inside and outside.  When possible, choose non-toxic varieties.
6. Many things in the garage are dangerous.  Keep liquids used in cars (like antifreeze, windshield wiper fluid, gasoline, and oil) and lawn products stored in a safe manner so that children and pets will not have access to them.
7. Did you know that tobacco products like cigarettes and cigarette butts can be harmful if eaten by a child or pet? Take care not to leave these unattended or on the ground.
8. Carbon monoxide is a gas. It has no color or smell. It is produced under certain conditions when fuel is burned. Cars and gas appliances, furnaces, and dryers produce carbon monoxide.  Have your appliances checked regularly to make sure that they are venting correctly.  If you do not have a carbon monoxide alarm for your home, get one today.  It could save your life!
9. Know the number or know where to find the number to get Poison Help and tell everyone you know to do the same.  Put it in your cell phone.  If needed, offer to help others put it in their cell phone.  Call the number to get a few magnets or stickers for yourself and your friends and family.
10. If you think someone may have been poisoned, call 1-800-222-1222 right away!  Don’t wait for signs that the person has been poisoned.

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