Archives
Press Releases
2010
June:
Poison Center Warns of Firework Dangers
No Ties on Father’s Day. Just a thanks to Dad for calling the Poison Center
April:
Don’t be fooled by common poisons
March:
February:
WAPC names top 10 poisoning in 2009
January:
Alarming Trends in Poison Center Calls
2009
December:
“Tis the Season for Carbon Monoxide Poisonings
November:
Family Caregivers have a Friend at the Poison Center
October:
Even Supreme Court Justices have trouble in the Cold and Flu Season
June:
Noticeable changes to the Poison Center
April:
Pesticides can do the job—but also can harm
Washington Poison Center is in a funding crisis
March:
February:
5 Rights to Keep Your Family Safe from Medications
January:
Will the Poison Center be there to answer your call?
WAPC names top 10 poisonings in 2008
2008
December:
Warning! De-icer could pose danger for kids and pets
November:
‘Tis the season for…food poisoning!
October:
September:
Is it Time to Call Mr. Yuk? Poster Contest
July:
Child care businesses can’t find Ipecac
June:
Pack and unpack Mr. Yuk (summer moving)
March:
Mr. Yuk isn’t just for the grandkids anymore
January:
Mr. Yuk Poster Contest School Visit—Spokane
Mr. Yuk Poster Contest School Visit—Camas
Mr. Yuk Poster Contest School Visit—Gig Harbor
Mr. Yuk Poster Contest School Visit—Winner—Seattle
Mr. Yuk Poster Contest School Visit—Arlington
2007
November:
October:
Mr. Yuk Honors Senator Patty Murray
September:
August:
June:
Hand Sanitizer Gel: A Common Sense Approach
March:
Mr. Yuk Means No! Poison Prevention Week
2006
December:
Invite Mr. Yuk to your holiday gatherings
November:
Poison Center Founder to be honored at Luncheon October 3
March:
Children learn “Mr. Yuk Means No!” National Poison Prevention Week
2005
December:
What number is on your phone list? Washington residents are calling the wrong number for poison help
March:
Spring Cleaning? Know this number: 1-800-222-1222
