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  1. Increases in Kratom-Related Reports to Poison Centers ...

    Mar 26, 2026 · National Poison Data System (NPDS) data were analyzed to examine trends in kratom-related exposure reports, stratified by exposure report type (single- and multiple-substance exposure …

  2. Poisonous Plants and Work | Outdoor | CDC

    Mar 3, 2026 · Poisonous plants that can cause skin irritation include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Burning poisonous plants may lead to lung irritation. Employers and workers can take actions …

  3. Cyanide | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Cyanide is a fast acting and potentially deadly chemical. Signs and symptoms of ammonia exposure depend on how much you were exposed to. Get away from the area, get clean, and get …

  4. Strychnine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Background Strychnine is a strong poison. Only a small amount is needed to cause serious effects in people. Strychnine poisoning can cause extremely serious negative health effects, …

  5. Poison Center and Public Health Collaborations Community of Practice

    Apr 2, 2024 · The Poison Center and Public Health Collaborations Community of Practice (PCPH CoP) was created to facilitate better collaboration between federal, state, and local public health agencies …

  6. Ricin | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Ricin is a natural poison that can harm the body. Signs and symptoms of ricin poisoning depend on whether ricin was breathed in, swallowed, or injected. If you were exposed, get medical …

  7. Tetrodotoxin: Biotoxin | NIOSH | CDC

    Tetrodotoxin is an extremely potent poison (toxin) found mainly in the liver and sex organs (gonads) of some fish, such as puffer fish, globefish, and toadfish (order Tetraodontiformes) and in some …

  8. NIOSH Fast Facts: Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants

    Poisonous plants, from left to right: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac. Images courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture. Protect Yourself Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots, and gloves. Wash …

  9. Chlorine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Chlorine is a liquid or gas with a strong, irritating smell. Signs and symptoms of chlorine exposure depend on how you were exposed. Get away from the area, get clean, and get help if …

  10. Riot Control Agents | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Riot control agents (also called "tear gas") are chemical compounds that cause irritation to the eyes, mouth, throat, lungs, and skin. Signs and symptoms depend on how much you were …