Back to School Safety for Pets
Posted: August 4, 2023
While family pets and furry friends may not be going back to school in the fall, they are important to consider in back-to-school safety. Many common foods are potentially toxic to pets at home, especially pet dogs. These foods include chewing gum (which contains xylitol), grapes and raisins, macadamia nuts, and onions, all of which… Read More
Back to School Safety for Teachers
Posted: August 4, 2023
Teachers can play a vital role in preventing poison exposures in the classroom. Here are some quick tips to help protect your students: Clean Hands, Happy Hearts: It is imperative that students and staff adhere to school procedures and engage in regular handwashing with soap and water. Key times for handwashing include after bathroom breaks,… Read More
Back to School Safety for Students
Posted: August 4, 2023
In addition to getting your child ready to go back to school with the usual gathering of school supplies and new shoe shopping, teach them these basic back-to-school prevention tips! Playground poison safety: The poison center sometimes receives calls about schoolchildren eating plants or mushrooms they find on the playground. It can be very difficult… Read More