Childhood Emergencies

1. Anything beyond a local reaction to an insect sting
2. Bleeding that cannot be stopped
3. Breathing difficulties which are rapidly getting worse
4. Convulsions
5. Fever and rash
6. Poisoning*
7. Serious accident or injury
8. Unconsciousness

For life threatening emergencies, call 911.

Poisoning

*CALL POISON CONTROL IMMEDIATELY at (800) 222-1222. Save any containers or any material that is left in the container.

Remember, the best prevention is locking up your medicines and household cleansers and keeping them out of reach.