Health Advisories 2025
The New Jersey Poison Control Center is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of New Jersey residents.
Press and Media Inquiries
For information and interview requests, contact Alicia Gambino, Director of Educational Services, 973-972-9280 or [email protected]
Available for Interviews:
Diane P. Calello, MD, Executive and Medical Director, NJ Poison Control Center at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Bruce Ruck, Pharm.D., Managing Director, NJ Poison Control Center at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Halloween Safety: Don’t Wait for Mishaps to Happen
The New Jersey Poison Control Center is on alert each October because of the increased risk of mistaking potentially dangerous products for Halloween candy at home. These products can fool anyone, not just kids and pets. Prescription and over-the-counter (non-prescription) medicines are not the only products easily confused with candy.
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Seguridad En Halloween: No Esperes Que Percances Pueden Pasar
El centro de control de envenenamiento del estado está en alerta cada octubre debido al mayor riesgo de confundir productos potencialmente peligrosos con dulces de Halloween en casa. Estos productos pueden engañar a cualquiera, no solo a niños y mascotas. Los medicamentos recetados y de venta libre (sin receta) no son los únicos productos que se confunden fácilmente con los dulces.
Prevent Dangerous Mishaps During the Back to School Rush
September is not only a busy time for families and school employees, it’s also a busy time for us at the poison center. Potentially dangerous products are commonly found where we live, work, and play. Situations can become dangerous quickly and without warning.
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Prevenga Percances Peligrosos Durante El Regreso A La Escuela Apuro
Septiembre no solo es un momento ocupado para las familias y los empleados de la escuela, también es un momento ocupado para nosotros aquí en el centro de envenenamiento. Los productos potencialmente peligrosos se encuentran comúnmente donde vivimos, trabajamos y jugamos. Las situaciones pueden volverse peligrosas rápidamente y sin previo aviso
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Dangerously High Temperatures in New Jersey – Feeling Sick Get Medical Help Fast
New Jersey is experiencing a wave of dangerously hot and humid temperatures. Although most residents go about their daily routines regardless of the unbearable temperatures, extreme summer heat can cause dangerous health effects. When body temperatures rise to dangerous levels, the brain and body overheat, resulting in an increased risk for health-related illnesses, stroke, or death.
Dangerously High Temperatures in New Jersey – Feeling Sick Get Medical Help Fast
New Jersey is experiencing a wave of dangerously hot and humid temperatures. Although most residents go about their daily routines regardless of the unbearable temperatures, extreme summer heat can cause dangerous health effects. When body temperatures rise to dangerous levels, the brain and body overheat, resulting in an increased risk for health-related illnesses, stroke, or death.
America’s Poison Centers Warns About the Dangers of Pink Cocaine
Pink cocaine – an illicitly manufactured mixture of drugs dyed pink with food coloring also known as 2C, tusi or tucibi – emerged as a popular party drug in Europe and Latin America and is gaining popularity in the United States.
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Los Centros De Control De Envenenamiento de América Advierten al Público Sobre los Peligros de la Cocaína Rosa
La cocaína rosa es una mezcla de drogas fabricadas ilegalmente, teñidas de rosa con colorante alimentario. También conocida como 2C, tussi o túcibi, ha surgido como una droga popular en fiestas en Europa y América Latina, y ahora está ganando popularidad en Estados Unidos.
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Poison Centers Observe Increased Vitamin A Exposures in Children During Measles Outbreak
Measles is a highly contagious viral infection, currently causing outbreaks in the U.S. Recent reports suggest people are using Vitamin A or Cod Liver Oil to prevent measles infection. The best way to prevent measles is through the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. For patients with measles, particularly hospitalized children, vitamin A supplementation is recommended to help reduce the risk of severe complications. Before administering vitamin A supplements or any other herbs or supplements, consult a healthcare provider.
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Los Centros de Envenenamiento Observan un Aumento de la Exposición a la Vitamina A en Niños Durante el Brote de Sarampión
El sarampión es una infección viral altamente contagiosa que actualmente se ha visto brotes en Estados Unidos. Informes recientes sugieren que se está usando vitamina A o aceite de hígado de bacalao para prevenir la infección. La mejor manera de prevenir el sarampión es mediante la vacuna triple vírica o mejor conocida como SPR (sarampión, paperas y rubéola).
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Prevention is the Strongest Antidote for Poisoning
The New Jersey Poison Control Center urges implementing poison safety practices at home during National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW).
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Carbon Monoxide Sickens NJ Family of Four
In January, the New Jersey Poison Control Center assisted in the medical care of a family exposed to dangerous carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust fumes of a portable gas generator running in the basement. Adults and children experienced symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, which required treatment in the emergency room.
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Acetaminophen Overdose Alert: State’s Poison Control Center Warns Too Much Acetaminophen Can Be Toxic
Over a two-day period in January, the New Jersey Poison Center assisted in the medical care of several New Jersey patients who accidentally took too much acetaminophen while treating flu-like symptoms. Each patient is currently receiving antidotal therapy to prevent liver failure and death.