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Poison Center Helpline 1-800-222-1222

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IPC reduces the incidence and injury of poisoning in your community through expert treatment advice and information, public and healthcare professional education, and research. Your donation helps us meet the poison control needs of Illinois. Led by specially trained poison experts, the Illinois Poison Center is a trusted and vital resource available to all Illinoisans. We give immediate treatment advice and information on potentially harmful substances to those in need.

IPC has served Illinois residents for over 65 years. Our service is vital to those in need of treatment advice and information related to potentially harmful substances. By supporting IPC, you are helping us achieve our mission of preventing poisoning harm. Please note that more than one-third of IPC operating expenses comes from private funding sources. We rely on your generosity.

At this time, we are able to accept donations via check. Please include “Donation for the IL Poison Center” in the note section of your check.

Donations can be mailed to:
MCHC CHC
29581 Network Place
Chicago, IL 60673-1293

You donation to IPC is tax-deductible as allowed by law. We are grateful for your support of the Illinois Poison Center.

Thank you for helping us serve all Illinoisans!

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Poison Center HelplineCalls are free and confidential.

  1. In Case of Emergency

    Call 911 if someone is unconscious or is having difficulty breathing.

  2. Remain Calm

    Most poison emergencies can be resolved quickly over the phone.

  3. Call the Helpline

    Call 1-800-222-1222 if you are concerned that you or someone else has been exposed to a potentially harmful substance.