Curated OER
Animal Diseases
Many of the toxins and parasites that cause illness are specified and discussed in this slideshow. Poisoning and other mechanisms by which an animal can fall ill are detailed and the information about frequency, prevention and treatment...
University of Arizona
University of Arizona: Using Pesticides Safely
This site gives information on safety precautions to follow when using pesticides and the symptoms and treatments of pesticide poisoning.
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Home Safe: What Is Carbon Monoxide?
Explains how carbon monoxide is formed and how carbon monoxide poisoning occurs. Gives information on what to do to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and what to do if it happens. Includes first-person account of chronic carbon monoxide...
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Ncdoi: Safe Kids: Poison Prevention for Teachers
Although targeting primarily teachers of young children, these tips on poison prevention can be adapted for all chidren. There are links to information for teens, and for lesson plans for a poison prevention program.
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Children's Hospital Boston: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Article on the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, how to detect it and to protect oneself, and what to do in an emergency.
University of Oklahoma
Police Notebook: First Aid for Poisoning
How can you help if someone is poisoned? Read the simple tips provided at this website, and learn what to do if a person inhales, swallows, or touches poison. Learn how to attend to the victim and how to communicate effectively when...
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St. John: First Aid Tips for Poisoning
What is poisoning and how does it affect a person's body? Find the answers to these questions, and learn how to react to poisoning in an emergency situation. Website contents were taken from the pages of the "St. John First Aid Manual."
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St. John: First Aid Library
This resource provides information on allergic reactions, asthma, burns, diabetes, fractures and other conditions and emergency situations that require first aid.