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  1. Poisonous Plants and Work | Outdoor | CDC

    Aug 28, 2024 · Poisonous plants that can cause skin irritation include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Burning poisonous plants may lead to lung irritation. Employers and workers …

  2. Cannabis and Poisoning | Cannabis and Public Health | CDC

    Feb 15, 2024 · Cannabis Product Alert‎ If you use cannabis products, keep them in a locked childproof container and out of the reach and sight of children and pets. For additional …

  3. Ricin | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Ricin is a natural poison that can harm the body. Signs and symptoms of ricin poisoning depend on whether ricin was breathed in, swallowed, or injected. If you were …

  4. Strychnine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Background Strychnine is a strong poison. Only a small amount is needed to cause serious effects in people. Strychnine poisoning can cause extremely serious negative health …

  5. Recommended Actions Based on Blood Lead Level

    Aug 21, 2025 · At a glance CDC recommends testing blood for lead exposure. A patient’s blood lead level (BLL) is measured in micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood (μg/dL). Healthcare …

  6. Symptoms of Food Poisoning | Food Safety | CDC

    Jan 31, 2025 · The most common symptoms of food poisoning include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Signs of severe food poisoning include bloody diarrhea, …

  7. NIOSH Fast Facts: Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants

    Poisonous plants, from left to right: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac. Images courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture. Protect Yourself Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots, and …

  8. Arsine | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Arsine is a toxic gas that is colorless, flammable, and non-irritating. Signs and symptoms of arsine poisoning depend on exposure method and dose. If you were exposed, …

  9. Cyanide | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Cyanide is a fast acting and potentially deadly chemical. Signs and symptoms of ammonia exposure depend on how much you were exposed to. Get away from the area, get …

  10. Abrin | Chemical Emergencies | CDC

    Sep 6, 2024 · Abrin is a natural poison that can make people sick. Signs and symptoms of abrin poisoning depend on how you were exposed. If you were exposed, get clean and get medical …