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A model poison control system

T G Tong, C E Becker, D Foliart

The Western Journal of Medicine

|October 1, 1982

Summary

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The San Francisco Bay Area Regional Poison Control Center provides vital poison information and support. This model system, serving over 54,000 calls, is crucial for emergency medical services and toxicology research.

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Area of Science:

Toxicology
Emergency Medical Services
Public Health

Background:

A need existed for a centralized poison information, education, and research resource in California's Bay Area and North Coast.
The San Francisco Bay Area Regional Poison Control Center was established to address this need.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish and evaluate a regional poison control center.
To create a model for poison information services in the western United States.

Main Methods:

Established a cooperative system involving public, private, and university resources.
Collected data on calls for assistance over the first 33 months of operation.

Main Results:

Received over 54,000 calls for assistance in 33 months.

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Nearly one-third of calls originated from medical professionals.

Developed a cost-effective, comprehensive, and accessible system for public and professional use.

Conclusions:

The San Francisco Bay Area Regional Poison Control Center is an integral part of regional emergency medical services.
The developed system serves as a viable model for other western states.
Ongoing public concern for toxicology issues will drive future refinements.