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Services Provided
The Iowa Poison Control Center (IPCC), provides 24-hour toll-free telephone access to emergency poison information and treatment for all residents of Iowa.
Meet the Staff
Iowa Poison Control Center staff are uniquely trained to assess, triage and manage poisoning emergencies.
Education & Outreach
To reduce illness, deaths and costs associated with poisoning through providing 24-hour emergency telephone advice, poison prevention information and education.
News & Blogs
Squishy sensory toys and stress balls are popular with children and teens. Designed to be squeezed, stretched and manipulated, these toys can provide entertainment and sensory stimulation.
But what happens when a child bites into a squishy toy, it breaks open or someone tries to heat it?
The Iowa Poison Control Center (IPCC) has seen an increase in exposure cases involving squishy sensory toys and stress balls in 2026 compared to the previous two years. Most cases have involved children biting into or rupturing the toys, resulting in contact with or ingestion of the filling.
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More about Rate Our ServiceIf you think it might be poison then the first thing you should do is call 1-800-222-1222.
Healthcare Providers
The Iowa Poison Control Center (IPCC) is a valuable resource for healthcare providers. Thirty percent of calls to IPCC come from healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, EMS providers, pharmacists and physician assistants.
More about Healthcare ProvidersPrevention For A Safe Home
Some of the most common household products can be very hazardous.
Prevention For Children
A poisoning can happen quickly. Over 40% of calls received by poison centers involve children under the age of six.
Prevention For Seniors
As we age, our immune system function decreases. This, among other factors, increases the risk of infections caused by bacteria living on food.