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Voluntary Recall: Nutramigen with Probiotic LGG Powder Infant Formula
Voluntary Recall: Nutramigen with Probiotic LGG Powder Infant Formula Mead Johnson has announced a voluntary recall of select batches of POWDER Nutramigen with Probiotic LGG Powder Infant Formula in 12.6 and 19.8 oz. cans due to a possibility of contamination. NO illness or adverse consumer reactions have been reported to date. NO Nutramigen liquid…
Fight Rabies: Protect Your Family & Your Pets: Vaccination Clinic at the Novinger Fire Station on Saturday, April 8th!
The Adair County Health Department and the Adair County Veterinary Clinic is hosting a Vaccination Clinic for Cats, Dogs and Ferrets on Saturday April 8th, 2023 at the Novinger Fire Station from 1pm to 2pm. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to keep your pets up to date on immunizations. If you have questions,…
Safety Never Takes a Holiday: Top Winter Hazards To Watch For
Poisonings never take a break, even during the holidays. The Missouri Poison Center is ready to help every day of the year. We recommend saving the Poison Help Line 1-800-222-1222 into your phone before your holiday activities begin. The service is always free and confidential. Holiday Safety for Small Children Holiday parties are an adventure for a toddler, and…
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Celebrates 23 Years
Kirksville, MO 10/31/22 – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has sponsored National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day for 23 years. The program offers people the opportunity to drop off out-of-date and unused prescription medications to keep them out of landfills, and wastewater systems, and out of reach for children and those who may try to…
Adair County Opioid Coalition Receives $125,000 Grant
Kirksville, MO 10/20/22 – The Adair County Opioid Coalition has received a five-year, $125,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The federal Drug-Free Communities grant will be used to support efforts to prevent substance abuse in Adair and Schuyler counties. The Adair…
Summer Poison Risks
Snake, Insect and Spider Bites School is out and summer is in full swing! Anyone who plans to take any trips, camp, spend time in backyards, picnic or go to concerts in the park should be aware of some of the poison hazards outdoors. Snake Bites Most of the snakes found in Missouri are harmless…
Summer BBQs are Great for Tasty Treats & Backyards Hazards
Fire up the grill and invite your friends over – summer is here! Whether you have an impressive fireworks display or just a simple BBQ, the Missouri Poison Center can help you keep your summer events safe. Follow the tips below to ensure everyone’s safety this summer. Backyard Poison Hazards There are a lot of chemicals out…
Kansas and Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Kansas and Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week (SWPW) will be held the week of March 7 to 11, 2022. Each day of the work week will have a specific theme or topic to promote. These themes are: Monday – Receiving weather info/Have a plan Tuesday – Tornado Safety Wednesday – Lightning Safety Thursday – Severe…
Top 5 Winter Toxins Around The House
‘Tis the season for snow! As many of us know, snow can be a fun and magical part of our holiday. But with the change of weather also comes the change in household items to help us through the winter. There are all kinds of chemicals commonly used to help manage cold and ice. For…
Missouri Poison Center Updates
Keep Your Valentine Safe This February! Our prevention tips can help you keep your favorite people safe and sound in February and all year long. In this month’s newsletter, we help you keep those New Year’s resolutions with information about supplements, plus other news and advice from Missouri Poison Center. Learn More Pre Workout Supplements…
