
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 …
Cannabis and Poisoning | Cannabis and Public Health | CDC
Feb 15, 2024 · Cannabis Product Alert If you use cannabis products, keep them in a locked childproof container and out of the reach and sight of children and pets. For additional …
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 …
Symptoms of Food Poisoning | Food Safety | CDC
Jan 31, 2025 · The most common symptoms of food poisoning include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Signs of severe food poisoning include bloody diarrhea, …
NIOSH Fast Facts: Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants
Poisonous plants, from left to right: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac. Images courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture. Protect Yourself Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots, and …
Strychnine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Background Strychnine is a strong poison. Only a small amount is needed to cause serious effects in people. Strychnine poisoning can cause extremely serious negative health …
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 …
Chlorine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · Get help right away by calling 911, going to the hospital if local officials say it is safe to leave your home, or calling the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
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, …
VX | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Sep 6, 2024 · VX is a human-made chemical warfare agent. It is one of the most toxic nerve agents. Signs and symptoms depend on how much you were exposed to, how you were …