A: No. The Georgia Poison Center is the official poison center of the state. The center is accredited and certified as a Regional Poison Information Center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC).

A: Yes! The Georgia Poison Center can answer all your questions about potentially poisonous substances.  You can also engage us in a LIVE CHAT, or even E-mail  your question and connect with one of our poison information specialists now!

A: There are many reasons to call the Georgia Poison Center:

1. Medicine and drugs
2. Household and personal care products
3. Chemicals and pesticides
4. Plants
5. Bites and stings
6. Gasses and fumes
7. Food Poisoning

A: The 24 hour emergency helplines are answered by highly trained Specialists in Poison Information (SPIs), registered nurses, pharmacists, and  physicians.  In addition, a team of board certified toxicologists are on staff for additional back-up around the clock.

A: As soon as you suspect a poisoning or overdose. Do not wait for symptoms. 

A: NO. All calls are free and confidential. 

A: We are available to help you anytime, day or night. We are always open 24/7, 1-800-222-1222. 

A: For non-English speaking persons, the Georgia Poison Center has a translation service available for assistance. 

A: Before providing the casller with treatment recommendations, our specialists may ask for the following information:

1. Name of the caller and/or patient
2. Zip code
3. Phone number
4. Age of the patient
5. Patients weight
6. Name of the product
7. Dose or concentration of the product
8. Past medical history

A: Gathering all of the information allows our specialists to determine the level of toxicity and how to make treatment recommendations. 

A: Calling the Georgia Poison Center is confidential. An electronic record is created documenting your case and recommendations. 

A: If needed, the Georgia Poison Center will call you to make sure the problem was resolved.