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Poisoning
Unintentional
poisoning death rates have increased by 360%
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Unintentional Poisoning
In 2004, poisoning was second only to motor-vehicle crashes as a cause of death from unintentional injury in the United States (1). Nearly all poisoning deaths in the United States are attributed to drugs, and most drug poisonings result from the abuse of prescription and illegal drugs |
Washington State Injury Prevention
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Injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for Washington citizens age 1-44, and remain a significant cause of death and disability throughout the lifespan. |
Prescription Drug Abuse
Prescription drugs that are abused or used for nonmedical reasons can alter brain activity and lead to dependence. |
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Poisoning in the US
A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body when ingested (eaten), inhaled (breathed), injected, or absorbed through the skin. Any substance can be poisonous if enough is taken. |
Medline Poisoning Help
A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it or absorb it through your skin. Poisons can include many substances and Medline gives a list of them. |
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| American Association of
Poison Control Centers Provides a forum for poison centers and interested
individuals to promote the reduction of morbidity and mortality from poisonings. |
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