Alerts

Alerts are updates of the latest relevant poison related information and news topics that may have relevance for you and your communities.

April 2011

'Bath Salts' a Deadly Drug Abuse Problem

Increasing concern has arisen about a synthetic cocaine or methamphetamine that can lead to injury and death, found in some convenience stores and "head" shops across the nation. The Oregon Poison Center patient treatment guideline for health care providers managing patients who may have been exposed to these substances is available here.

March 2011

Radiation Emergencies

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) fact sheets about radiation emergencies and recommended safety measures.

Radiation & Potassium Iodide (KI)

Fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) gives you some basic information about Radiation and Potassium Iodide (KI).

No Public Health Risk in Oregon

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) responds to public concerns about the risks from radiation in the state of Oregon

General Alerts and Recalls

Here is a link for all latest recalls. This is a multi-agency listing of all government recalls in the U.S.

www.recalls.gov

Food & Water Safety

FDA Food Alerts

Medication Safety Alerts

FDA Medication Alerts

Consumer Safety Alerts

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Hazard Alert Throughout the year there are often unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes events of interest through out our state. Whenever possible we will provide information concerning these events. more >

Success Stories Only from the alliance of everyone working with and through each other, can great things be achieved. Share in our Oregon community's success in battling against preventable injuries. more >

Poison Realities Poisonings involve everyday household items such as cleaning supplies, medicines, cosmetics and personal care items. Poison centers handle one poison exposure every 14 seconds.
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