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1-800-222-1222
When accidents happen with chemicals, medicine, or household items, call Poison Help. Get help right away from a local poison expert.
If someone is unconscious or has trouble breathing, call 911.
How Does Your Family Avoid Poison Ivy?
Just remember: "leaves of three, let it be." Learn more about poisonous plants.
Poisoning Prevention Tips for Older Adults
As people get older, they may be prescribed more medications. Read this brochure to learn medication strategies to keep you or a loved one safe.
Featured Resource: Interactive Poison Center Map
There are 57 poison centers in America. Use our map to learn more about the one serving your community.
Question of the Month: Does the Poison Help Line Help Healthcare Providers?
Yes. In fact, a quarter of the calls the Poison Help line receives are from healthcare providers. Whether they have a question on an emerging hazard or are looking for local resources to share with patients, the Poison Help line experts can help. Learn more.
Poison Center Spotlight
Young Readers, Mystery Authors Learn from Poison Center in Tucson
The Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center 
, a part of the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy , participated in one of the largest book festivals in the United States March 9 and 10. Every year, the University of Arizona hosts the Tucson Festival of Books which invites authors from all over the country and attracts thousands of visitors.
In an Emergency
- Call Poison Help (1-800-222-1222), which connects you to your local poison center, if someone may have been poisoned – even if you’re not sure.
- Stay calm – most poisoning emergencies can be resolved quickly.
- Call 9-1-1 if the person is unconscious or has trouble breathing.
