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Toxic Gases in the Home; Carbon Monoxide and Radon
Two of the more common toxic gases found in homes are discussed.  Learn to recognize when you are at risk, what to do about it and how to prevent it from harming your family.  Aired on WJEB-TV Jacksonville, November 7, 2011 (15 minutes)


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Hidden Hazards in the Home
Our Poison Center Educator walked through a home to identify accidental poisoning threats, then was interviewed on the results of her home survey.  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville, October 11, 2011
  • Hidden Hazards Home survey (4:00 minutes)
  • Hidden Hazards Interview (3:27 minutes)

 


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Teenagers Huffing Freon to Get High (5:15 minutes)
There may be other reasons your home air conditioning system doesn't work.  Teenagers may have tapped into your Freon supply to get high.  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville on October 5, 2011

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Painkillers: Use and Abuse (30 minutes)
Painkillers are tremendously useful agents, but are also heavily abused and contribute to many calls to the poison center.  Aired on TV59 Jacksonville on September 26, 2011

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Toxic Inhalants in the Bathroom (2:30 minutes)
A fatal accident in the restroom of a fast food establishment began a discussion on what types of products in the home could create toxic gases when combined.  (Note: during the interview, the actual product causing the illness/death was not known.  Later it was found to be due to a carbon dioxide leak in the system supplying "gas" to the soft drink machines.)  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville on September 18, 2011

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A "Foam Party" Gone Bad (2:43 minutes)
All the rage with teenagers and considered "safe," one party turned ugly by having the foam cause major irritation in the participants.   Aired on TV12/25 in Jacksonville on August 15, 2011

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Combined Disaster Training Courses (3:20 min)
Combining four nationally renowned disaster courses for health professionals results in a week long educational seminar.  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville, Aug 8, 2011

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Problems with Herbal Products; Poisoning by Common Household Products (27:33 minutes)
Can natural herbal products be bad for you?  If so, when should you be concerned.  Likewise, common household products can also be the source of accidental poisonings in the home.  Aired on TV59 Jacksonville in July 2011

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National Poison Prevention Week 2011
Programs are provided to highlight awareness of poison prevention in the home
  • Poison Prevention Week Programs (Aired on TV4 Jacksonville in March 2011; 3:41 minutes)
  • Poison Prevention in the Home (Aired on TV4 Jacksonville in March 2011 (Aired on TV4 Jacksonville in March 2011; 5:39 minutes)

 

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Poison Centers Threatened by Funding Cuts
Cost cutting in both State and Federal arenas have left many of the nation's poison centers in danger of closing.  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville in February 2011 (2:18 minutes)

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Arsenic Found in Jacksonville Soil (2:18 minutes)
Are there health risks associated with incidental finding of arsenic in soil.  Aired on TV4 Jacksonville in February 2011

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Use of Nutmeg to Get High (2:05 minutes)
Periodically, the use of large quantities of Nutmeg as a method to get "high" appears as a fad.  How can a spice become dangerous?  Aired on TV47 Jacksonville in January 2011

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Lead Tainted Shopping Bags (2:30 minutes)
Moderate levels of lead were found in certain cloth shopping bags.  Do they pose a risk for users of these items?  Aired on TV30 Jacksonville in January 2011

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K2/Fake Marijuana (5 minutes)
Just because it is legal, does not make it safe.  The legal sale of incense laced with chemicals to mimic the action of marijuana is causing significant medical concern.  Aired on TV12/25 Jacksonville on July 26, 2010

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K2/Fake Marijuana (5 minutes)
Just because it is legal, does not make it safe.  The legal sale of incense laced with chemicals to mimic the action of marijuana is causing significant medical concern.  Aired on TV12/25 Jacksonville on July 26, 2010

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Poisoning in Florida - Opportunities for Prevention (2:00 hrs)
The epidemiology of poisoning in the State of Florida is discussed with emphasis on poison prevention programs which can be used to avoid these accidents.  Sponsored by the FL-DOH as a satellite broadcast aired on March 19, 2008

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Introduction to Poison Control Centers and Pediatric Poisonings (2:00 hrs)
Learn about the FL Poison Centers functioning and some common household poisonings.  Sponsored by the FL-DOH as a satellite broadcast aired on January 29, 2008

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Lead Poisoning from Electronic Cords? (2:41 min)
Some electronic devices and device cords have labels warning you of possible lead contamination.  Aired on TV30 (Jacksonville)

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Childhood Poisonings  (4:44 min)
Witness a real case called into the poison center.  Although all case information is confidential with us, the parents consented to have the reporter detail what happened to promote the use of the poison center.  Several of our staff are interviewed to give poison awareness home tips.  Aired on TV-47 (Jacksonville).

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Poison Prevention Week:  March 2004
We were busy during this campaign.  We have videos on a variety of subjects related to poisoning and poison prevention.  Visit with us as we provide the "Poison Prevention Tip of the Day" These all aired during poison prevention week, March 2004
Poisoning in Children "Tip of the Day"  (1:37 min)
Medicines "Tip of the Day"  (1:51 min)
Plant Poisonings "Tip of the Day"  (1:26 min)
Poisoning in Seniors "Tip of the Day"  (1:53 min)


Poison Prevention in Seniors  (2:01 min)
Poison Proofing Your Home  (3:59 min)

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Spike's Poison Prevention Adventure  (11:00 min)
Poison prevention education for children can be a life saver.  Teach your children through the new "Quills Up - Stay Away!" a poison awareness program featuring "Spike, the Poison Prevention Porcupine."  Enjoy this video with your kids, brought to you by the American Association of Poison Control Centers.  (2003)
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Kids and Chemicals  (2:00 min)
Children accidentally getting into household chemicals is a very common occurrence.  The EPA is now studying this issue along with the poison centers.  Reacquaint yourself with this significant issue.  Aired 9-22-04, Ch4 Jacksonville
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Poison Control in Action; An Adult Education Program that Saves Lives  (13 min)
While children are most often exposed to poisons, adults suffer more serious poisoning injuries and deaths.  Learn about the most common reasons adult poisonings occur and how the poison center can help in these emergencies.  This program is sponsored by the American Association of Poison Control Centers
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Poisoning Survival Guide  (2:22 min)
Watch a dramatization of a child being poisoned in the home... and what to do (aired February 2004)
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Christmas Poisoning Hazards  (4:09 min)
Christmas is a joyous time of year for us...but you cannot let your guard down as poisoning problems related to this time of year are all around us.  Help protect your children and insure a safe and happy Christmas.  (aired December 2003; two segments)
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Syrup of Ipecac...Use it or Dump it?  (3:10 min)
Poison Centers and physicians have been recommending and using Syrup of Ipecac for many years.  New studies have brought about some new recommendations and some new controverseys on its role in poisonings.  (aired November 2003)
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FDA Announces Ban of Ephedra  (3:22 min)
The toxicity of Ephedra-containing products is discussed along with the recent move to ban these products from our shelves.  (aired December 2003)
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Toxicity of Products Containing Ephedra   (2:43)
The unfortunate death of Steve Bechler, a 23-year old baseball pitcher...possibly from the toxic effects of ephedra  (aired February 2003)
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Teenage Abuse of Coricidin TM    (1:36 min)
This over-the-counter product is a favorite item in the abuse circles.  Learn why.  (aired February 2004)
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Inhalant Abuse (2:12 min)
Learn about the products used and the dangers of pre-teens and teens inhaling common products to get high.  (aired March 2004)
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Angel Trumpet Toxicity (3:03 min)
Hear the story behind a teenager who succumbed to eating Angel Trumpet plants to get high.  Learn the aspects of how abuse of this plant can be dangerous.  (aired January 2003)
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Poison Patrol Video (8 min)
Become a member of the Poison Patrol  and go through the house looking for "poisons."  Join some kids who "almost made a bad mistake" and help them make their home safer.
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Summer Hazards/Insect Repellants (3:30 min)
What do we need to watch for in our children during the summer months? Here are some hints on how to shift your attention and on safely preventing insect bites.  (Segment from Jacksonville Channel 4 News aired August 2002)
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Nationwide 800 Number Launch
In January 2002, a new nationwide toll-free number was instituted to direct any caller to the poison center covering their area.  See why this event will significantly change your ability to reach a poison center.
Nationwide Video/Press Montage (3:16 min)



Local Coverage for Nationwide Number  (1:55 min)

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Fall Hazards/Detecting Poisonings (3:25 min)
What types of poisonings are common in the fall?  Could you detect if your child was poisoned?  What would be the signs to look for?
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Triple-C Abuse (3:16 min)
Find our what "Triple-C" is, how easy it is to get, and what kids do with it.
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Do Child-Resistant Caps Keep Your Child Safe (3:37 min)
Learn the truth about "safety" caps.  Can you really rely on them to keep you children safe? (Segment aired on Jacksonville Channel 12 News, 1999)

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222
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Poison Proofing Your Home / Poison Center Services
How can you make your home safe for your children?  These videos teach you what dangers to look for and how to minimize the danger to your children.  You will also take a trip inside the Florida Poison Information Center - Jacksonville to see and learn about how we operate.  The first video aired on Jacksonville Channel 17 in March, 1998; the second during Poison Prevention week (Jacksonville Channels 4 and 17/30) March, 1994.

Note: These videos contain an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222
Poison Proofing Your Home (1998; 11:24 min)




Poison Proofing Your Home (1994; 6:16 min)
 

Poison Proofing Your Home (1994; 2:27 min)

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Poison Safety Fair (1996; 2:23 min)
Teaching kids about poisons is part of the job of the Poison Center.  Come along on a field trip to a school where "poison" was being served "up in" the cafeteria

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222

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Spring Cleaning Hazards (1993; 3:13 min)
JEA's Bruce Dugan takes us on a tour of your home during spring cleaning.  He gets real good at pointing out the poisoning dangers lurking around.

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222

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Poison Look-Alikes (3:36 min)
Confused?  You children may confuse non-edible products for food, drink or candy.  See examples of items which could fool even you! This video aired on Jacksonville Channel 12 News in 1993.

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222
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Florida's "Critters" (4:22 min)
Meet some of Florida's feared insects up close.  Which are friends....which are foe?  Aired on Jacksonville FOX 30 News Magazine, 1993

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222
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Florida's Snakes (3:23 min)
Meet some of Florida's feared snakes and learn to tell the physical differences between some venomous and non-venomous species.  Originally aired on Jacksonville Channel 12 News, 1994.

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222
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Grand Opening: Florida Poison Information Center-Jacksonville (1992: 10:30 min)
A collection of the media announcements behind the opening of our Center.  Come and see where it all began

Note: This video contains an old poison center contact number.... please use 1-800-222-1222

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MedicAlert Bracelet (1:58 min)
Learn about this lifesaver which can "speak for you when you cannot speak for yourself."  Aired on Jacksonville Channel 4 News, 1994.

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