Poison Help Line
AKA: IWK Regional Poison Centre (former name)Provided by: Atlantic Canada Poison Centre - AKA: ACPC; IWK Regional Poison Centre (former naem)
Service Description
24-hour telephone service that provides access to expert clinical advice aimed at limiting or preventing injury due to drugs or poisons.
Services offered:
Services offered:
- Poisoning first aid
- Treatment advice
- Toxicology information
- Information on animal exposures when information is available
Information
Eligibility:
Open to all
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call
Documents Required:
Not applicable
Program Hours:
24/7 phone service
Language:
English * Interpretation services may be available
Coverage Area:
Prince Edward Island * Nova Scotia * Newfoundland and Labrador
Service Locations & Contact Info
- 5850/5980 University Avenue, Halifax B3K 6R8
- Coverage Area:Prince Edward Island * Nova Scotia * Newfoundland and Labrador
- Disabilities Access:Unknown
- For Health Care Professionals
1-902-470-8161


