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Kansas Poison Center at The University of Kansas Health System

The Kansas Poison Center provides fast, free, expert help 24/7, 1-800-222-1222.

Since 1982, the Kansas Poison Center (KSPC) has operated the 24-hour Poison Help line to provide expertise in the medical diagnosis and management of human poison exposures. As leaders in poison prevention activities, the KSPC is one of 55 centers nationwide. The center is the only one in Kansas and is certified and accredited as a regional poison center by the America’s Poison Centers organizatio

n. KSPC provides free, timely treatment advice and information to anyone, including parents, grandparents, childcare providers, pharmacists, nurses and doctors. Our goal is to play a significant role in reducing the cost of treatment and/or the severity of poisonings where time is of the essence. KSPC also provides outreach and educational programs for the general public, as well as healthcare professionals, to increase awareness of poison prevention strategies, first-aid treatments and medical triage assessments for poison emergencies.

06/22/2026

Myth or Fact: If someone swallows poison, you should make them throw up.
Myth! Making someone vomit is outdated and can be dangerous. Call Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222 for the right steps.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to the dads who do it all — including keeping their families safe.
Save the Poison Help number today: 1‑800‑222‑1222.
It’s free, fast, and available 24/7 for questions or emergencies.

06/19/2026

Camping this season? Protect your crew from carbon monoxide. Never use camp stoves or generators inside tents, RVs, or cabins. Bring a portable CO detector for added protection.

06/17/2026

Think you don’t need to wash melons because you’re not eating the rind? You do! Cutting through can transfer germs to the fruit, and the rind touches the edible part when serving. Rinse melons with water and scrub with a clean brush to stay safe.

06/16/2026

⚽🏟️ Heading to the match, a watch party, or a get‑together with friends? Make safety part of your game plan.

Before kickoff:
✅ Stay hydrated throughout the day
✅ Pace alcohol consumption, especially in the heat
✅ Keep hot foods hot & cold foods cold - discard perishable food left out for 2+ hours (1 hr. if above 90°F)
✅ Save Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222

Avoid:
❌ Mixing alcohol with medications or other substances
❌ Leaving drinks unattended
❌ Eating food left out in the heat
❌ Ignoring symptoms after a possible poisoning or exposure

One call connects you to poison experts 24/7:
📞 1‑800‑222‑1222

06/15/2026

Poisoning symptoms don’t always appear right away — timing depends on the substance. If exposure is possible, call Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222 for 24/7 guidance.

06/10/2026

Some medicines can make your skin more sensitive to the sun causing your skin to burn faster or react more strongly to sunlight. This can happen with some antibiotics, allergy meds, acne treatments, and anti‑inflammatory drugs.

Stay sun‑safe:
🌞 Use broad‑spectrum SPF 30+ and reapply every 2 hours
👒 Wear protective clothing like hats and sunglasses
⛅ Seek shade during peak sun hours
👀 Read your medication label for sun‑sensitivity warnings

Questions about sun sensitivity or medication reactions? Poison Help offers fast, free guidance at 1‑800‑222‑1222.

06/08/2026

Think Poison Centers are just for kids?
Myth! Adults need us too — poisoning can happen to anyone. We’re here around the clock.

06/05/2026

Traveling this summer? Don’t forget a carbon monoxide (CO) detector.
CO can build up in hotels, cabins, rentals, or RVs — and you can’t see or smell it. Packing a small, portable detector adds an extra layer of protection wherever you stay.

Why bring one?
• CO risks increase in places with fuel‑burning appliances, generators, or attached garages.
• Not all rentals or older buildings have working detectors.
• A portable unit alerts you early so you can get to safety fast.

Travel tips:
• Choose a battery‑powered detector and test it before you leave.
• Place it near your sleeping area in your hotel or rental.
• Keep it away from vents or windows for accurate readings.

📞 If someone feels dizzy, nauseous, or confused — or you suspect CO exposure — call Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222 for immediate guidance.

Stay safe and enjoy your trip.

06/03/2026

Traveling this summer? Keep your medicines safe with these tips:
1. Keep medicines in their original containers. The label includes the name, dose, and directions — all important when you’re away from home.

2. Don’t combine different medicines in one container. It might save space, but it increases the chance of a mix‑up.

3. Pack extra doses. Travel delays happen, so bring more than you think you’ll need.

4. Protect kids on the trip. Store medicines in child‑resistant containers and keep bags with medicine up and away from little hands.

If a medicine mix‑up happens on the road, 📞 Poison Help: 1‑800‑222‑1222 for fast, expert guidance — anytime.

Address

4000 Cambridge Street , Mailstop 4040
Kansas City, KS
66160

Website

https://www.kansaspoisoncenter.com/

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