MYTH VS. FACT
❌ “Kratom is safe because it’s natural.”
✅ Natural doesn’t always mean safe.
Semisynthetic and synthetic kratom variants, like 7-OH, can cause overdose, dependence, and severe withdrawal symptoms.
Questions? Call the MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222
❌ “Kratom is safe because it’s natural.”
✅ Natural doesn’t always mean safe.
Semisynthetic and synthetic kratom variants, like 7-OH, can cause overdose, dependence, and severe withdrawal symptoms.
Questions? Call the MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222
May 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
MYTH VS. FACT
❌ “Kratom is safe because it’s natural.”
✅ Natural doesn’t always mean safe.
Semisynthetic and synthetic kratom variants, like 7-OH, can cause overdose, dependence, and severe withdrawal symptoms.
Questions? Call the MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222
❌ “Kratom is safe because it’s natural.”
✅ Natural doesn’t always mean safe.
Semisynthetic and synthetic kratom variants, like 7-OH, can cause overdose, dependence, and severe withdrawal symptoms.
Questions? Call the MiPDC anytime
📞 1-800-222-1222
Thanks to everyone who joined the MiPDC Acute Care Toxicology Symposium! And thank you to our event sponsor, SERB Pharmaceuticals. #MiPDC #Toxicology
November 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Thanks to everyone who joined the MiPDC Acute Care Toxicology Symposium! And thank you to our event sponsor, SERB Pharmaceuticals. #MiPDC #Toxicology
Power outage? Your fridge is only safe for 4 hours.
Keep doors closed, use ice, and when in doubt—throw it out. ⚠️
Questions? Call MiPDC.
##FoodSafety #PowerOutage #StormSafety #StaySafe #PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
Keep doors closed, use ice, and when in doubt—throw it out. ⚠️
Questions? Call MiPDC.
##FoodSafety #PowerOutage #StormSafety #StaySafe #PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
April 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Power outage? Your fridge is only safe for 4 hours.
Keep doors closed, use ice, and when in doubt—throw it out. ⚠️
Questions? Call MiPDC.
##FoodSafety #PowerOutage #StormSafety #StaySafe #PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
Keep doors closed, use ice, and when in doubt—throw it out. ⚠️
Questions? Call MiPDC.
##FoodSafety #PowerOutage #StormSafety #StaySafe #PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
Acetaminophen may be OTC, but it’s not risk-free! Taking too much—or doubling up on products—can cause serious liver harm. Always follow the label.
Questions or concerns? MiPDC is here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.##MedicationSafety #MiPDC
Questions or concerns? MiPDC is here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.##MedicationSafety #MiPDC
November 19, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Acetaminophen may be OTC, but it’s not risk-free! Taking too much—or doubling up on products—can cause serious liver harm. Always follow the label.
Questions or concerns? MiPDC is here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.##MedicationSafety #MiPDC
Questions or concerns? MiPDC is here 24/7: 1-800-222-1222.##MedicationSafety #MiPDC
Fentanyl is extremely powerful—even tiny amounts can be deadly.
Know the signs: pinpoint pupils, slow/shallow breathing, blue lips/skin, or sudden unresponsiveness.
Call 911 immediately.
MiPDC is here 24/7 for free, confidential help: 1-800-222-1222.##fentanyl #MiPDC #poisonhelp
Know the signs: pinpoint pupils, slow/shallow breathing, blue lips/skin, or sudden unresponsiveness.
Call 911 immediately.
MiPDC is here 24/7 for free, confidential help: 1-800-222-1222.##fentanyl #MiPDC #poisonhelp
December 12, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Fentanyl is extremely powerful—even tiny amounts can be deadly.
Know the signs: pinpoint pupils, slow/shallow breathing, blue lips/skin, or sudden unresponsiveness.
Call 911 immediately.
MiPDC is here 24/7 for free, confidential help: 1-800-222-1222.##fentanyl #MiPDC #poisonhelp
Know the signs: pinpoint pupils, slow/shallow breathing, blue lips/skin, or sudden unresponsiveness.
Call 911 immediately.
MiPDC is here 24/7 for free, confidential help: 1-800-222-1222.##fentanyl #MiPDC #poisonhelp
This week's CDC MMWR Report features research from Dr. Varun Vohra with the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center highlighting trends in and serious health risks associated with #NitrousOxide use. Scan or click www.poison.med.wayne.edu/updates-cont...
Poison Helpline 1-800-222-1222. 24/7
Poison Helpline 1-800-222-1222. 24/7
April 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
This week's CDC MMWR Report features research from Dr. Varun Vohra with the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center highlighting trends in and serious health risks associated with #NitrousOxide use. Scan or click www.poison.med.wayne.edu/updates-cont...
Poison Helpline 1-800-222-1222. 24/7
Poison Helpline 1-800-222-1222. 24/7
🔬 New research from MiPDC examines the clinical characteristics and outcomes of body-stuffer cases and whether the commonly used 6-hour observation period is sufficient. Read the study and explore more MiPDC research: https://bit.ly/4xIZcCJ
September 14, 2026 at 5:24 PM
🔬 New research from MiPDC examines the clinical characteristics and outcomes of body-stuffer cases and whether the commonly used 6-hour observation period is sufficient. Read the study and explore more MiPDC research: https://bit.ly/4xIZcCJ
Nitrous oxide misuse is showing up more often in Michigan.
The MiPDC identified 112 cases involving intentional recreational nitrous oxide misuse from Jan. 2024 to May 14, 2026.
Learn more in our newest blog post: https://bit.ly/4y1m0OK
The MiPDC identified 112 cases involving intentional recreational nitrous oxide misuse from Jan. 2024 to May 14, 2026.
Learn more in our newest blog post: https://bit.ly/4y1m0OK
September 18, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Nitrous oxide misuse is showing up more often in Michigan.
The MiPDC identified 112 cases involving intentional recreational nitrous oxide misuse from Jan. 2024 to May 14, 2026.
Learn more in our newest blog post: https://bit.ly/4y1m0OK
The MiPDC identified 112 cases involving intentional recreational nitrous oxide misuse from Jan. 2024 to May 14, 2026.
Learn more in our newest blog post: https://bit.ly/4y1m0OK
New Year’s Eve + alcohol = plan ahead. Pace drinks, avoid mixing with meds, and arrange a safe ride home. For alcohol exposure questions, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.##MiPDC #NewYearsEve #AlcoholSafety
December 31, 2025 at 3:10 PM
New Year’s Eve + alcohol = plan ahead. Pace drinks, avoid mixing with meds, and arrange a safe ride home. For alcohol exposure questions, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.##MiPDC #NewYearsEve #AlcoholSafety
MiPDC 2nd Annual Toxicology Acute Care Symposium at The Henry Autograph Collection on Thursday, November 13th, 2025. Sign in and register > https://bit.ly/4oe56rD @migovernment.bsky.social @mihospitalassoc.bsky.social @umich.edu @michiganstateu.bsky.social @acmtmedtox.bsky.social
July 30, 2025 at 9:45 PM
MiPDC 2nd Annual Toxicology Acute Care Symposium at The Henry Autograph Collection on Thursday, November 13th, 2025. Sign in and register > https://bit.ly/4oe56rD @migovernment.bsky.social @mihospitalassoc.bsky.social @umich.edu @michiganstateu.bsky.social @acmtmedtox.bsky.social
August 21 is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day™. Join MiPDC at Spirit Plaza in downtown Detroit for our annual Overdose Awareness event. Talk early, share facts, and help prevent overdose: https://bit.ly/4bZPALM
#StopOverdose
#StopOverdose
August 20, 2026 at 7:10 PM
August 21 is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day™. Join MiPDC at Spirit Plaza in downtown Detroit for our annual Overdose Awareness event. Talk early, share facts, and help prevent overdose: https://bit.ly/4bZPALM
#StopOverdose
#StopOverdose
The MiPDC Coalition for Poison Prevention Overdose Awareness Program takes place on Tuesday, August 19th, 202. To preregister for this free event scan or click https://bit.ly/3JafZea. #OverdoseAwareness #IOAD2025 @overdoseday.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social
August 11, 2025 at 9:11 PM
The MiPDC Coalition for Poison Prevention Overdose Awareness Program takes place on Tuesday, August 19th, 202. To preregister for this free event scan or click https://bit.ly/3JafZea. #OverdoseAwareness #IOAD2025 @overdoseday.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social
Scan the QR or click the link for an important update about "Cannabis Safety: Trends & Concerns" from the MiPDC and links to our resources and from statewide and local prevention partners in Michigan. https://bit.ly/4lY3T5t
Poison Helpline, 1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365.
Poison Helpline, 1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365.
September 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Scan the QR or click the link for an important update about "Cannabis Safety: Trends & Concerns" from the MiPDC and links to our resources and from statewide and local prevention partners in Michigan. https://bit.ly/4lY3T5t
Poison Helpline, 1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365.
Poison Helpline, 1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365.
Scan or click for resources from the MiPDC for your safety and poison prevention curriculum. https://bit.ly/32tpsET
Poison Help line.1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365 #education #poisonprevention #schoolsafety @meaonline.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social
Poison Help line.1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365 #education #poisonprevention #schoolsafety @meaonline.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social
August 26, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Scan or click for resources from the MiPDC for your safety and poison prevention curriculum. https://bit.ly/32tpsET
Poison Help line.1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365 #education #poisonprevention #schoolsafety @meaonline.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social
Poison Help line.1-800-222-1222. Available 24/7/365 #education #poisonprevention #schoolsafety @meaonline.bsky.social @michiganpublic.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social
Button batteries are small but dangerous. If swallowed, they can cause severe internal burns in hours. Keep batteries secured & out of reach. For help, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.
#MiPDC #ButtonBatterySafety #HolidaySafety
#MiPDC #ButtonBatterySafety #HolidaySafety
December 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Button batteries are small but dangerous. If swallowed, they can cause severe internal burns in hours. Keep batteries secured & out of reach. For help, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.
#MiPDC #ButtonBatterySafety #HolidaySafety
#MiPDC #ButtonBatterySafety #HolidaySafety
Some brownies, gummies, and candies contain THC — and they look just like regular treats. Store edibles locked away and labeled. If someone may have eaten one, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.##MiPDC #CannabisSafety
December 29, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Some brownies, gummies, and candies contain THC — and they look just like regular treats. Store edibles locked away and labeled. If someone may have eaten one, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.##MiPDC #CannabisSafety
Knowledge can make all the difference in a poison emergency. Follow the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center (MiPDC) for trusted toxicology updates, safety tips, and trends that help protect you and your family. Accessible. Confidential. Expertise. 24/7.
February 27, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Knowledge can make all the difference in a poison emergency. Follow the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center (MiPDC) for trusted toxicology updates, safety tips, and trends that help protect you and your family. Accessible. Confidential. Expertise. 24/7.
Click the the Link to register or learn more about the MiPDC Coalition for Poison Prevention Annual Overdose Awareness Program https://bit.ly/3ipeCYl @@michiganpoison.bsky.social @waynestateclas.bsky.social @overdoseday.bsky.social @poisonhelp.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social #IOAD
July 9, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Click the the Link to register or learn more about the MiPDC Coalition for Poison Prevention Annual Overdose Awareness Program https://bit.ly/3ipeCYl @@michiganpoison.bsky.social @waynestateclas.bsky.social @overdoseday.bsky.social @poisonhelp.bsky.social @migovernment.bsky.social #IOAD
"Talking About Cannabis with the MiPDC Toxicology Fellows" on YouTube. Scan or follow the link: youtu.be/xoX4uIkb26Q?.... For more from the MiPDC or help with poisoning emergencies, call 1-800-222-1222. Free and expert advice is available 24/7/365. #poisonprevention #publichealtheducation
March 19, 2025 at 6:13 PM
"Talking About Cannabis with the MiPDC Toxicology Fellows" on YouTube. Scan or follow the link: youtu.be/xoX4uIkb26Q?.... For more from the MiPDC or help with poisoning emergencies, call 1-800-222-1222. Free and expert advice is available 24/7/365. #poisonprevention #publichealtheducation
🚫 MYTH: Natural cleaning products are non-toxic.
✅ FACT: “Natural” doesn’t always mean safe. Many plant-based cleaners can still irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and be harmful if swallowed.
Save the Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222 ☎️
##PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
✅ FACT: “Natural” doesn’t always mean safe. Many plant-based cleaners can still irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and be harmful if swallowed.
Save the Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222 ☎️
##PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
February 19, 2026 at 8:45 PM
🚫 MYTH: Natural cleaning products are non-toxic.
✅ FACT: “Natural” doesn’t always mean safe. Many plant-based cleaners can still irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and be harmful if swallowed.
Save the Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222 ☎️
##PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
✅ FACT: “Natural” doesn’t always mean safe. Many plant-based cleaners can still irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and be harmful if swallowed.
Save the Poison Help number: 1-800-222-1222 ☎️
##PoisonPrevention #MiPDC
Kratom-related calls to U.S. poison centers have surged 1,200% since 2015.
“Natural” doesn’t always mean safe—especially when mixed with other substances.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach MiPDC experts 24/7.
Get real help, fast.
##DrugSafety #OverdosePrevention #MiPDC
“Natural” doesn’t always mean safe—especially when mixed with other substances.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach MiPDC experts 24/7.
Get real help, fast.
##DrugSafety #OverdosePrevention #MiPDC
June 22, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Kratom-related calls to U.S. poison centers have surged 1,200% since 2015.
“Natural” doesn’t always mean safe—especially when mixed with other substances.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach MiPDC experts 24/7.
Get real help, fast.
##DrugSafety #OverdosePrevention #MiPDC
“Natural” doesn’t always mean safe—especially when mixed with other substances.
📞 Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach MiPDC experts 24/7.
Get real help, fast.
##DrugSafety #OverdosePrevention #MiPDC
Expired meds aren’t just clutter— they’re a safety risk. Safely dispose of expired or unwanted meds at take-back sites or using deactivation pouches. Never flush unless directed. 📞 Questions? Call MiPDC anytime: 1-800-222-1222 💊 #ToxTip #SafeDisposal #MedicineSafety #MiPDC
January 16, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Expired meds aren’t just clutter— they’re a safety risk. Safely dispose of expired or unwanted meds at take-back sites or using deactivation pouches. Never flush unless directed. 📞 Questions? Call MiPDC anytime: 1-800-222-1222 💊 #ToxTip #SafeDisposal #MedicineSafety #MiPDC
What happens when a hand warmer is opened? The chemicals inside can irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and can be harmful if swallowed, especially for kids or pets. Use as directed. Questions? Call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.
#MiPDC #WinterSafety
#MiPDC #WinterSafety
December 23, 2025 at 4:47 PM
What happens when a hand warmer is opened? The chemicals inside can irritate skin, eyes, or lungs — and can be harmful if swallowed, especially for kids or pets. Use as directed. Questions? Call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.
#MiPDC #WinterSafety
#MiPDC #WinterSafety
Laughing gas isn’t harmless. Colorful nitrous oxide tanks & sweet flavors marketed to young people can cause oxygen loss, nerve damage, paralysis, blood clots, & death.
Need confidential help? Call MiPDC at 1-800-222-1222.
#NoLaughingGas #NitrousOxide #MiPDC #PoisonPrevention
Need confidential help? Call MiPDC at 1-800-222-1222.
#NoLaughingGas #NitrousOxide #MiPDC #PoisonPrevention
December 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Laughing gas isn’t harmless. Colorful nitrous oxide tanks & sweet flavors marketed to young people can cause oxygen loss, nerve damage, paralysis, blood clots, & death.
Need confidential help? Call MiPDC at 1-800-222-1222.
#NoLaughingGas #NitrousOxide #MiPDC #PoisonPrevention
Need confidential help? Call MiPDC at 1-800-222-1222.
#NoLaughingGas #NitrousOxide #MiPDC #PoisonPrevention
Don’t rely on internet or AI search results in an emergency.
Talk to real, human experts.
📞 1-800-222-1222
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
##MedicationSafety #DrugSafety #PoisonPrevention #PublicHealth #MiPDC
Talk to real, human experts.
📞 1-800-222-1222
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
##MedicationSafety #DrugSafety #PoisonPrevention #PublicHealth #MiPDC
April 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Don’t rely on internet or AI search results in an emergency.
Talk to real, human experts.
📞 1-800-222-1222
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
##MedicationSafety #DrugSafety #PoisonPrevention #PublicHealth #MiPDC
Talk to real, human experts.
📞 1-800-222-1222
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
##MedicationSafety #DrugSafety #PoisonPrevention #PublicHealth #MiPDC