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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning with Camping Equipment Each year there are about 30 deaths and 450 injuries because of carbon monoxide poisoning from the use of portable camping heaters, lanterns, or stoves inside tents, campers, and vehicles. Follow thes... Details > U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission HUD USER: Protect your Family from Lead in your Home Taking practical steps to reduce household hazards is a major concern for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). To assist you, HUD has created a page that you and your family may... Details > HUD USER, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Just Ask!: About Accidental Poisoning   Information, statistics and advice on what action you should take in the case of accidental drug poisoning in the home.... Details > U.S. Pharmacopeia Pesticides and Child Safety Although pesticides can be beneficial to society, they can be dangerous if used carelessly or if they are not stored properly and out of the reach of children. This document provides recommendations f... Details > Office of Pesticide Programs, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances/EPA Tips to Protect Children from Environmental Threats Also available in: Spanish Advice for parents and caregivers about steps they can take to protect children's environmental health. The topics addressed include indoor air pollution, lead poisoning, carbon monoxide poising, sun ... Details > Office of Children’s Health Protection, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency