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Jan 12, 2021, 16:00 ET Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison Center Launch their 15th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest for Washington State Elementary Students

The Washington Poison Center has launched their 15th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest, with the theme: "Mr. Yuk Saves the Day!" The Poison...

Dec 08, 2020, 13:18 ET Washington Poison Center reports nicotine and cannabis exposures during COVID-19

In two new data Dashboards, the Washington Poison Center (WAPC) reports nicotine and cannabis exposures during 2020. This data is particularly...

Nov 23, 2020, 13:01 ET Washington Poison Center warns parents of continued dangers with the Benadryl™ Challenge

The Washington Poison Center is warning parents of a dangerous trend in adolescent intentional overdose called the "Benadryl™ Challenge," which...

Aug 12, 2020, 16:11 ET Washington Poison Center reports increased poison exposures in adolescents & older adults

In two new data Dashboards, the Washington Poison Center (WAPC) reports increased poison exposures among two age groups: adolescents ages 13-17 and...

May 19, 2020, 17:59 ET Washington Poison Center releases data on increased poison exposures during COVID-19

In a new data Dashboard (linked here), the Washington Poison Center (WAPC) reports increased poison exposures during the COVID-19 pandemic. The...

Apr 20, 2020, 17:36 ET Washington Poison Center notes increase in poison exposures during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) urges people to be cautious with cleaning products during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to WAPC data, the...

Mar 02, 2020, 18:39 ET Washington Poison Center Announces 2020 Poison Prevention Poster Contest Winner

The Washington Poison Center is pleased to announce the winner of its 14th annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest: Vivian Vuong, a 4th grade student ...

Dec 11, 2019, 13:25 ET Washington Poison Center Releases 2018 Data Reports: Many Concerning Poisoning Trends Noted

The Washington Poison Center has assisted Washingtonians for over 60 years through its toll-free Poison Helpline (1-800-222-1222), available 24/7/365....

Dec 04, 2019, 19:22 ET Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison Center Launch their 14th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest for Washington State Elementary Students

The Washington Poison Center has launched their 14th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest, with the theme: "Mr. Yuk is Always Here to Help." The...

Oct 10, 2019, 12:43 ET The Washington Poison Center receives national recognition for media and public health engagement

The Washington Poison Center was recently recognized by the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) for its efforts in media and...

Mar 05, 2019, 10:00 ET Washington Poison Center's 2019 Poison Prevention Poster Contest Winner Chosen

After reviewing a record number of entries from kindergarten through 6th grade students across Washington state, Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison...

Dec 11, 2018, 13:44 ET Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison Center Launch their 13th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest for Washington State Elementary Students Grades K-6

Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison Center have launched their 13th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest, sponsored by Swedish, with the theme: "Mr. ...