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Food Poisoning

Food Poisoning

Something you ate isn’t sitting right. Now what? Learn more about food poisoning—a common ailment that affects millions of Americans every year.

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Poison Prevention Course

Our course covers poison prevention in seven short lessons and quizzes. It offers continuing education credit and free IPC giveaways.

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Resources

IPC offers free poison prevention resources to empower parents, teachers and public officials in preventing poisonings.

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My Child Ate

It happens often. Children eat something or get something in their eye that they shouldn’t have. Get expert advice on what to do next.

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When to Call IPC

Poison Center HelplineCalls are free and confidential.

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In Case of Emergency

Call 911 if someone is unconscious or is having difficulty breathing.
Remain Calm

Most poison emergencies can be resolved quickly over the phone.
Call the Helpline

Call 1-800-222-1222 if you are concerned that you or someone else has been exposed to a potentially harmful substance.