Children’s Wisconsin has awarded State Senator Mary Felzkowsi (R-Tomahawk) and State Representative Robert Wittke (R-Racine) with the tenth annual Children’s Champion Policy Awards.
As a parent, chances are you’ve seen it or have even worn it on your shirt: spit-up.
Keep the Wisconsin Poison Center phone number handy. Accidental poisoning can occur anywhere — at home, at a family member’s house, in the park, at the mall — wherever you travel. Onestatewide resource that is constant is the Wisconsin Poison Center.
Program the number of the Wisconsin Poison Center in your cell phone: (800) 222-1222. Wherever you go, this toll-free number will connect you to certified poison specialists for fast, free and confidential information.
The Wisconsin Poison Center gets calls regarding many types exposures from people of all ages. Whether it’s plants and mushrooms, too many gummy vitamins or accidentally getting into grandma’s medicine, ALL calls are welcome. The number is staffed by specially trained nurses and pharmacists who can provide fast information for any situation.
It is important to remember to keep medications, plants, chemicals and household and personal care products UP and AWAY from children. Call the Wisconsin Poison Center at (800) 222-1222 with questions or concerns any time of day or night.
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