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Woman in gloves working with shovel in garden, closeup. Transplanting beautiful flowers

Garden and Outdoor Safety Highlighted in May/June Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: June 25, 2026
While gardening and spending time outside can be fun and rewarding, they can also come with hidden risks. Read more...
Chemical structure of sodium azide

Sodium Azide (NaN3) Spotlighted in June Issue of MPC’s ToxTidbits
Date Published: June 18, 2026
Sodium azide (NaN3) is a white odorless solid that is highly water soluble and transitions to a toxic gas, hydrazoic acid, when coming into contact with water or solid metals. Read more…
Withania somnifera plant

Ashwagandha Spotlighted in May Issue of MPC’s ToxTidbits
Date Published: May 20, 2026
Ashwagandha is a plant-derived supplement increasingly used for stress, anxiety, and cognitive support. Read more…
A top-down view of a small round bowl filled with fine black activated charcoal powder, resting on a bed of jagged charcoal chunks with dark, matte textures.

Ol’ Reliable: Review of Activated Charcoal Spotlighted in April Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: April 27, 2026
Activated charcoal is one of the main gastrointestinal decontamination strategies used in toxic ingestions. Read more...
white container with nicotine pouches on plain grey surface and copy space

Sweet, Small, and Dangerous: Nicotine Pouch Poisonings in Children Spotlighted in March Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: March 30, 2026
While most nicotine-containing products have decreased in number
of accidental exposures, nicotine pouch exposures are on the rise. Read more...
A jar of golden honey, a metal tea infuser resting across a glass of dark amber tea, a half lemon, and a piece of fresh ginger root arranged on a dark tabletop.

Home Remedies People Use for Poisonings (But Shouldn’t!) Highlighted in March/April Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: March 26, 2026
Trying to treat a poisoning at home by yourself with outdated home remedies can make some cases worse. Read more...
Promotional graphic for Poison Help showing a smartphone receiving a call. Text reads, ‘When the Unexpected Happens, We’re Here for You.’ Includes the Poison Help logo and phone number 1‑800‑222‑1222, emphasizing 24/7 poison assistance.

Maryland Poison Center Celebrates National Poison Prevention Week
Date Published: March 9, 2026
Observed March 15-21, National Poison Prevention Week helps raise awareness about the dangers of poisonings and promotes steps that everyone can take to prevent them. Read more..
vial of methylene blue injection

G6P Deficiency Spotlighted in February Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: February 25, 2026
Methylene blue has a listed contraindicated with glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency which may give some clinicians hesitancy. Read more...
Essential oil bottles with flowers around them

Essential Oils Highlighted in January/February Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: January 29, 2026
Essential oils are concentrated liquids extracted from plants. These products are found in flavorings, air fresheners, soaps, perfumes, cleaning products, and used in diffusers for aromatherapy. Read more...
Iohexol Chemical Structure

Intrathecal Iohexol: Rare Complications Clinicians Should Recognize Spotlighted in January Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: January 28, 2026
Intrathecal administration of contrast agents are routinely used to enhance visualization to reveal detailed pictures of the spinal cord, nerve roots, and surrounding structures. Read more...
Red graphic with white text reading, ‘New Report Shows U.S. Poison Centers Save $3.1 Billion Each Year,’ highlighting the economic impact of poison centers

New RAND Study Shows U.S. Poison Centers Save the Nation Billions Each Year
Date Published: January 21, 2026
Maryland Poison Center highlights local impact and encourages community to utilize free, life-saving services following national study showing Poison Center impact. Read more...