The Nebraska Poison Center is a free, 24-hour emergency telephone service designed to assess and make treatment recommendations during possible poisonings. The Nebraska Poison Center also provides public and professional education programs, collects data on poisonings, conducts research in the field of clinical toxicology and assists first responders during hazardous materials incidents.

Facts about the Nebraska Poison Center:

Established in 1957, it is one of the oldest poison centers in the United States. It is the designated poison center for Nebraska, Idaho, Wyoming, American Samoa, and the Federated States of Micronesia. One of 54 poison centers in the United States. Certified as a regional poison center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers. Operates 24-hours a day, seven days a week with full information and treatment capabilities. Funded by Nebraska Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, State of Nebraska, State of Idaho, State of Wyoming, HRSA grants and Nebraska hospitals.

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