Start Date: 3/16/2025 8:00 AM CDT
End Date: 3/22/2025 5:00 PM CDT
Location:
United States

In 1961, the United States Congress designated the third week of March as National Poison Prevention Week. The week aims to raise awareness about the dangers of accidental poisoning and promote preventive measures. During this week, various activities are organized to educate the public about poison prevention, including highlighting the importance of safely storing medications and household chemicals and providing information about poison control centers. The theme is “When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.