A. Every 15 seconds
In 2024, US Poison Centers responded to
- 2,092,689 human exposure cases
- across 65 states and territories
- resulting, on average, in a case every 15 seconds
The Illinois Poison Center is dedicated to reducing harm due to poisoning. Their expert-led helpline provides immediate treatment recommendations to the public and healthcare providers. A trusted resource, IPC provides help 24 hours a day year-round.
IPC is the oldest and one of the largest poison centers in the nation. They have provided timely poison prevention and treatment services since 1953.
