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The National Poisons Centre operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

To contact the National Poisons Centre, phone 0800 POISON/0800 764 766

Calls are free from any landline, payphone, or mobile phone (even if you have no credit on your phone).

The service provides free phone-based support, including risk assessment and health advice, for anyone dealing with a potential poisoning or other situation where someone has been exposed to a chemical, plant, medicine, household product, or other substance they are concerned about.

Tailored advice is provided to members of the public and healthcare professionals who are managing potentially poisoned patients.

The centre also provides resources for educators and articles and information.

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