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      We are healthcare professionals, educators, and advocates keeping our communities healthy and safe

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      Free, specific and compassionate guidance available 24/7/365 at 1-800-222-1222

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      Healthcare facility lectures, clinical rotations, and summer internships

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Food & Plants

  • Blue-Green Algae
  • Food Poisoning
  • Giant Hogweed
  • Gum
  • Mushrooms
  • Pet Food
  • Plants
  • Poison Hemlock
  • Poison Ivy / Poison Oak
  • Stinging Nettles

Gum

How toxic is it?

  • Usually Non Toxic
  • Mildly Toxic
  • Highly Toxic

Non-medicated (e.g., without nicotine or other ingredients) are largely considered nontoxic if swallowed.

  • Call 1 (800)-222-1222
  • Text 206-526-2121
  • Chat with a Poison Specialist

Common brands & formats

What to do

If swallowed

If patient is choking or not breathing. Call 911.

If you have questions and the patient is able to interact, contact Washington Poison Center.

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Your support keeps our life-saving services free and accessible to all Washingtonians. Every donation powers a voice on the other end of the line when someone’s scared and unsure what to do.

 

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