Introduction to Medical Toxicology

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Introduction to Medical Toxicology

• Departments of
• Emergency Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Preventive medicine

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Food for thought Todays Menu

• What is a poison control center?
• History of PCCs
• History of NJPIES
• National movement
• Data/Surveillance
• Case Presentations

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THE EVOLUTION OF US POISON CENTERS

• 1940-50s800-1400 home poisoning fatalities/yr
• 33 lt 4 yr of age
• 1953First Poison Center
• 1958AAPCC
• 1970Poison Prevention Packaging Act

• 1978800 Poison Centers
• 1983Toxic Exposure Surveillance System
• 2002Natl Toll Free No.1-800-222-1222
• 200761 Centers24/7 Service

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61 US Poison Centers (PCs)
All 50 States, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, 3
Pacific Jurisdictions
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Food for thought Todays Menu

• What is a poison control center?
• History of PCCs
• History of NJPIES
• National movement
• Data/Surveillance
• Case Presentations

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Ambulatory Care Center 140 Bergen Street Suite
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