Seasonal & Holiday
Poison Prevention

Warmer weather is on the way. If you are preparing to spend time in the garden or on the trails be aware of the risks. The MiPDC can help by providing poison prevention tips and advice when the unexpected happens. Click the link to learn more.

Varieties of wild mushroom fruit throughout our state. Some are safe to eat if prepared correctly. Others should never be consumed. Knowi wha to do and look for when wild mushrooms are eaten by children and adults. Click the link for the Mushroom Safety Q & A.

Reduce the risks of insect related illness and sun related injury. Click below to learn more about the best ways to prevent bug bites and how to avoid misusing sunscreen and insect repellents.

Many people do not know that the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake is native to our state. Also known as the Michigan Rattler or Swamp Rattler, it is the only venomous snake native to this region. Most people living in our state will never see this shy creature. To avoid being bitten and to learn what to do if you are bitten, click the link below for tips from the MiPDC and links to the State of Michigan DNR.

Morel mushroom season in Michigan typically runs from mid-April through June. However, foragers are finding morels early this year. Before heading out to hunt mushrooms, get expert advice first. Click the link for more about wild mushrooms and a link to Midwest American Mycological Information for the Wild-foraged Mushroom Certification Program.

Plants are among the most frequent objects ingested by children. The following information will help you know which plants are poisonous. Plants pictured in this brochure are the most common poisonous plants the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center receives calls about.

Carbon monoxide poisoning causes thousands to be hospitalized and claims hundreds of lives in the U.S. every year. Having a working carbon monoxide detector in your home is one way to decrease risk of poisoning to members of your household. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Thousands of people each year become sick from carbon monoxide (CO) exposure. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention wants to make sure everyone has access to information to help prevent illness and death related to this common poisonous gas. Click below for information in your native language.

Know how to store food properly when the power goes out. Dispose of food if it is no longer safe to eat. Click below for tips from the Center for Disease Control & Prevention.