
Poisonous Plants and Work | Outdoor | CDC
Aug 28, 2024 · Poisonous plants that can cause skin irritation include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Burning poisonous plants may lead to lung irritation. Employers and workers …
Ricin | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Ricin is a natural poison that can harm the body. Signs and symptoms of ricin poisoning depend on whether ricin was breathed in, swallowed, or injected. If you were …
Recommended Actions Based on Blood Lead Level
Aug 21, 2025 · CDC recommends testing blood for lead exposure. A patient’s blood lead level (BLL) is measured in micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood (μg/dL). Healthcare providers …
Food Poisoning Symptoms | Food Safety | CDC
Nov 24, 2025 · Symptoms of food poisoning depend on the type of germ you swallowed. The most common symptoms include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps, nausea, vomiting, and …
Cyanide | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Cyanide is a fast acting and potentially deadly chemical. Signs and symptoms of ammonia exposure depend on how much you were exposed to. Get away from the area, get …
Arsine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Arsine is a toxic gas that is colorless, flammable, and non-irritating. Signs and symptoms of arsine poisoning depend on exposure method and dose. If you were exposed, …
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Basics | Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Apr 17, 2024 · Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death if inhaled. Find quick facts about CO poisoning and what can be done to prevent it.
Poison Center and Public Health Collaborations Community of …
Apr 2, 2024 · The Poison Center and Public Health Collaborations Community of Practice (PCPH CoP) was created to facilitate better collaboration between federal, state, and local public …
Clinical Guidance for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Following …
Jul 8, 2024 · How to Recognize CO Poisoning The symptoms and signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are variable and nonspecific. The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are …
Chlorine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Chlorine is a liquid or gas with a strong, irritating smell. Signs and symptoms of chlorine exposure depend on how you were exposed. Get away from the area, get clean, and …