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Last year, the Michigan Regional Poison Control Center responded to 70,000 calls related to potential poisonings. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is joining the Michigan Regional Poison Control Center in recognizing National Poison Prevention Week. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, approximately 90 percent of poisonings happen at home and 51 percent of poisonings involve children younger than the age of six. Some preventative steps to reduce the risk of poisonings, include: Keep all chemicals and medications, out of the reach of children. Carefully read labels and dosages on all products before using. Keep products in their original containers and Do not mix chemicals. for more on posion prevention visit PoisonHelp.hrsagov
