National Poison Prevention Week is observed annually the third full week of March. National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW) was established by congress in 1961. The week is dedicated to raising awareness about poison centers and the Poison Help Hotline (1-800-222-1222). This number works everywhere in the U.S. and its territories. Calls are answered by trained healthcare professionals. This is a free service!

2025 National Poison Prevention Week is March 16-22, 2025

In 2025, National Poison Prevention Week will take place March 16-22, 2025. The theme is “When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.” Whether you have general questions or an emergency, Poison Help is available 24/7/365 at no cost to you. Call Poison Help with questions for medications, cleaning products, insect bites, and food poisoning, just to name a few!

To learn more about National Poison Prevention Week, visit the America's Poison Center web site.

Call 1-800-222-1222 to reach your local poison control center, anywhere in the United States. The call is free, private, 24/7/365, and expert help from a nurse or pharmacist is available.  We have interpreters available in more than 150 languages if needed.