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Poison Control

  • Non-profit
  • Free
Checked 8 Oct 2026

About this service

Free, confidential expert advice 24 hours a day if someone swallowed, inhaled or touched something that may be harmful. If the person collapses, has a seizure, has trouble breathing or cannot be woken, call 911.

  • poison
  • poisoning
  • child safety
  • medication
  • chemicals

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Last checked by our editors on 8 Oct 2026. Opening hours, appointments and fees change — please confirm on the official website before you go.

  1. National Capital Poison Center (Poison Control)
    Poison Control – home page and contact (Opens {{site}} in a new tab)
    Accessed 8 Oct 2026

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