SEATTLE, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's nonprofit service for free medical advice on poisoning and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the winner of its 18th annual Poison Prevention Contest: Bella Mata, an 8th grade student from Burien, Washington.
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- SEATTLE, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's nonprofit service for free medical advice on poisoning and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the winner of its 18th annual Poison Prevention Contest: Bella Mata, an 8th grade student from Burien, Washington.
- The WAPC's contest invited students in Kindergarten through 8th grade to submit short stories on household poisoning scenarios, poison prevention strategies, and the WAPC's role in supporting health and safety.
- Bella's submission " Citrus Lemonade " tells the story of Benny, a five year old who mistakes citrus window cleaning solution for lemonade.
- Bella ends the story by providing simple strategies to prevent similar accidents: using Mr. Yuk stickers and storing harmful products safely.
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Public SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's nonprofit telehealth resource for poisoning and drug overdose, advocated for legislative support at the Washington State Capitol on February 7.
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- SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's nonprofit telehealth resource for poisoning and drug overdose, advocated for legislative support at the Washington State Capitol on February 7.
- The WAPC engaged legislators, their staff, and constituents on legislative priorities regarding fentanyl, as well as the WAPC's request for increased funding to strengthen public health initiatives.
- Discussions with legislators centered on the unique intersections of the WAPC with state and local efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis.
- As the single poison control center serving Washington, the WAPC assists Washingtonians and medical providers every day with overdose treatment advice.
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SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free service for medical advice on poisoning and drug overdoses, is launching its 18th annual Poison Prevention Contest for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
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- SEATTLE, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free service for medical advice on poisoning and drug overdoses, is launching its 18th annual Poison Prevention Contest for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
- In a departure from the artwork submissions of the past seventeen years, this year's contest invites students to submit short stories on household poisoning scenarios, poison prevention strategies, and WAPC's role in ensuring everyone's safety.
- "As we launch our 18th Poison Prevention Contest, we recognize the dynamic nature of household poisoning," states Dr. Scott Phillips, Executive and Medical Director of the WAPC.
- The contest is open to all Washington students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
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SEATTLE, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free resource for medical inquiries related to medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, had the honor of hosting Governor Jay Inslee and First Spouse Trudi Inslee on October 23.
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- SEATTLE, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free resource for medical inquiries related to medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, had the honor of hosting Governor Jay Inslee and First Spouse Trudi Inslee on October 23.
- Following a tour of the Poison Helpline call enter, discussions revolved around the WAPC's efforts to combat the opioid crisis in Washington.
- The WAPC conveyed to Governor Inslee that call volume related to fentanyl exposures has more than doubled in 2023.
- The WAPC additionally shared with Governor Inslee their dedication to enhancing accessibility and awareness of naloxone (NARCAN®), the opioid overdose reversal medication.
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SEATTLE, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is piloting a naloxone education and distribution program at THING Music Festival from August 25 – 27, 2023.
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- SEATTLE, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is piloting a naloxone education and distribution program at THING Music Festival from August 25 – 27, 2023.
- Following the music festival, the WAPC will collaborate in the development and support of naloxone education programs at colleges, universities, and other organizations across Washington State.
- "Through our Poison Helpline, the Washington Poison Center supports medical professionals, first responders, and community members in addressing potential opioid overdoses.
- For inquiries or interest in collaborating with the WAPC on naloxone education, contact the Washington Poison at [email protected] .
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Social work SEATTLE, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Mauger, MA IE, BSW as its Eastern Washington Community Health Educator.
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- SEATTLE, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Mauger, MA IE, BSW as its Eastern Washington Community Health Educator.
- In this role, Justin will support and expand awareness of the WAPC, poison prevention, and harm reduction strategies among community members and professionals in central and eastern Washington.
- Born and raised in eastern Washington, Justin holds a BA in Social Work from Eastern Washington University and an MA in International Education at the School for International Training Graduate Institute.
- Dedicated to promoting equity and empowering diverse communities to make informed health choices, Justin is engaged in developing outreach programs for refugees and immigrants.
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Pharmacology SEATTLE, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) invites community service providers and healthcare professionals to attend the 4th annual Overdose Prevention, Harm Reduction, and Treatment Series .
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- SEATTLE, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) invites community service providers and healthcare professionals to attend the 4th annual Overdose Prevention, Harm Reduction, and Treatment Series .
- The Overdose Series explores unintentional and intentional factors that can lead to overdose, and equips attendees with tools to prevent overdose and reduce harm from drugs and medications.
- The Overdose Series will address these topics through two educational tracks: 1) Community Health and 2) Toxicology and Pharmacology.
- Sessions are presented by medical staff from the WAPC, as well as external experts from agencies including the University of Washington, Washington State Department of Health, Washington State Health Care Authority, Washington State University, Crisis Connections, local healthcare services, and harm reduction agencies.
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Washingtonian movement SEATTLE, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Health departments across the state of Washington are reporting algae blooms in local bodies of water.
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- SEATTLE, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Health departments across the state of Washington are reporting algae blooms in local bodies of water.
- Freshwater algae blooms are caused by a type of bacteria called "cyanobacteria," more commonly referred to as " blue-green algae ."
- Blue-green algae becomes a problem when certain toxin-producing strains rapidly reproduce (or "bloom")—a common occurrence in the warmer, sunny months of summer and fall.
- If you think you have come into contact with blue-green algae, shower with soap and call the Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222."
SEATTLE, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center is pleased to announce the winner of its 17 th annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest : Aarav Pillay, a 6th grade student at Kent Laboratory Academy in Kent, Washington.
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- SEATTLE, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center is pleased to announce the winner of its 17 th annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest : Aarav Pillay, a 6th grade student at Kent Laboratory Academy in Kent, Washington.
- The Washington Poison Center partnered with Seattle Children's for a second consecutive year to promote the poster contest and provide an online poison safety curriculum for elementary-aged students.
- Aarav's artwork was transformed into the official Washington State Poison Prevention Poster for National Poison Prevention Week, March 19-25, 2023.
- The Washington Poison Center encourages organizations and communities to participate in National Poison Prevention Week.
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Online shopping SEATTLE, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center and Seattle Children's invite Washington state elementary students to participate in the 17th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest.
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- SEATTLE, Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center and Seattle Children's invite Washington state elementary students to participate in the 17th Annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest.
- The annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest asks students in grades kindergarten through 6th to show in poster-format how Mr. Yuk and the Washington Poison Center help keep people safe from harmful substances.
- The winning artwork will be transformed into the Washington Poison Center's poster and other campaign materials for National Poison Prevention Week, March 19-25, 2023.
- The Washington Poison Center is pleased to partner with Seattle Children's for a second year on promoting the poster contest and providing online poison safety curriculum for elementary-aged students.
