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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
    Carbon Monoxide Questions and Answers
    Also available in: Spanish
    This page provides answers to questions about carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. The page includes information on how many people are unintentionally poisoned by CO, what th... Details >
    U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
    FAQs: Poison Prevention  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about the National Poison Prevention Week.... Details >
    Poison Prevention Week Council
    Find Your Poison Center  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This list offers local and certified poison centers located in the Unites States and its territories. You may also find your local poison center by calling 1-800-222-1222. ... Details >
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    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  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Information, statistics and advice on what action you should take in the case of accidental drug poisoning in the home.... Details >
    U.S. Pharmacopeia
    Lead Home - Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics/EPA
    Lead is a highly toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around homes. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizur... Details >
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
    This page welcomes to the Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control (OHHLC), established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in order to bring together health and housing pro... Details >
    U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
    Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
    There are many health risks associated with pesticides and toxic substances. This site provides links to information on the health hazards associated with these substances and prevention measures that... Details >
    Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    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
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    National Pesticide Information CenterExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
    American Association of Poison Control CentersExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Poison Prevention Week CouncilExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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