You can still call Mr. Yuk!
March 14-20, 2010 is National Poison Prevention Week

Last year, the Washington Poison Center (WAPC) was campaigning to keep their funding in the State budget.  Today, the WAPC wants you to know they are still open even though they are operating on reduced funding.  So the next time you have a question about a poison or medication, call the Poison Help line right away: 1-800-222-1222.  What’s good to know is that your question will be answered by a specially-trained pharmacist, nurse or poison specialist -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (services are also available for people with hearing problems and for non-English speakers).  Calls are free and confidential.  Sorry pet owners: the WAPC is now charging a $30 credit card fee before answering animal related poison calls.  Keep that Mr. Yuk sticker with your list of emergency numbers -- calling it could mean the difference between an emergency room visit or managing the situation safely home.