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Families urged to immediately dispose of recalled Orb Funkee squeeze toys that may contain asbestos 

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Pediatric THC Exposure Reported in Detroit Schools

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Rising Nicotine Pouch Poisonings: Hear MiPDC’s Expert Interview on Detroit’s WWJ Radio

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MDHHS provides guidance on steps Michigan families can take to reduce exposure to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

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RAND Study Confirms the Value of Poison Centers

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MDHHS and MDARD urge residents to use caution when buying and using pesticides

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MDHHS warns of smoking and vaping fire risks as part of Fire Prevention Month

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Acetaminophen Use and Pregnancy: MiPDC Position Statement

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Cannabis Safety- Trends & Concerns from the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center

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Impact of Recreational Cannabis Legalization in Michigan

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Michigan experts urge caution amid nicotine poisonings spike among toddlers

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Low risk of adverse events associated with flumazenil administration: a retrospective poison center analysis of acutely poisoned patients

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Checking in with the Whippet Wipeout Coalition, who are pushing back on dangerous trend

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