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Shellfish Poisoning: Danger in a Half Shell Spotlighted in July Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: July 15, 2025
There are four types of shellfish poisoning: diarrheic, neurotoxic, paralytic, and amnestic. Read more...

Sunscreen Highlighted in May/June Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: June 30, 2025
Sunscreen helps prevent sunburn and premature skin aging, and it reduces the risk of skin cancer by blocking or absorbing harmful ultraviolet rays. Read more...

Synthetic Cannabinoids Update Spotlighted in June Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: June 26, 2025
Synthetic cannabinoids are a diverse group of more than 200 novel psychoactive substances that bind to cannabinoid receptors. Read more...

Spring Cleaning Highlighted in Mar/Apr Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: April 25, 2025
Let’s spring into cleaning safely—because sparkling countertops are great, but accidental poisonings are not! Read more...

Maryland Poison Center Expanding Service Area
Date Published: April 1, 2025
Beginning April 1, the Maryland Poison Center will extend its coverage to encompass all 23 Maryland counties, Baltimore City, and the District of Columbia. Read more...

Maryland Poison Center Celebrates National Poison Prevention Week
Date Published: March 4, 2025
Observed March 16-22, National Poison Prevention Week helps raise awareness about the dangers of poisonings and promotes steps that everyone can take to prevent them. Read more..

Poison Help for Older Adults Highlighted in Jan/Feb Issue of MPC's Poison Prevention Press
Date Published: February 17, 2025
Older adults do not need the services of the Maryland Poison Center, right? Wrong! Read more...

Compounded Semaglutide Spotlighted in February Issue of MPC's ToxTidbits
Date Published: February 13, 2025
Navigating safety, dosing, and risks of compounded Semaglutide. Read more...