Seasonal Poisoning Hazards | Oregon Poison Center

Seasons, holidays and weather events bring about specific poisoning risks. Oregon Poison Center has compiled information and resources for a variety of seasonal hazards for your reference. Click each image to access our downloadable information or partner resource. If you have concerns about a toxic exposure contact the poison center 1-800-222-1222.

Mushroom in bed of leaves during fall — Autumn hazards include carbon monoxide, antifreeze, mushrooms, and pesticides. Learn more about how to stay poison - safe by clicking the image above.

kids riding school bus — Do you need a refresher on back to school poison safety? Morning routines, medication mix-ups, and school supplies are top of mind this time of year.

woman dressed in costume and full makeup for halloween as day of the dead — Learn about Halloween safety and poison hazards from dry ice and glow sticks to Halloween make-up and treat safety.

House covered in snow — Winter brings colds and flu and influx of medications into our homes. Medication safety is key to preventing poisonings.

Man using snowplow in front of home — Learn how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning during cold weather, winter storms and anytime of the year.

fridge — If you have a power outage, take steps to prevent food poisoning from unsafe food and water. Click the image above to learn more.

man spraying pesticide in a field — Spring hazards include pesticides, plants, solvents used in spring cleaning and hydrocarbons (gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid).

man grilling hot dogs over charcoal grill — Summertime and outdoor activity can bring on insect and animal bites and stings, food poisoning, poisonous plant exposures, and pesticide hazards.

Phone + Car Keys = Your Snake Bite Kit — Do you know what do to if bitten by a snake? Check out our snake bite toolkit.