title: Florida Poison Information Network. Saving lives and money.
abstract: A highly sophisticated network of poison information centers exists in Florida, one each in the northern, central and southern regions of the state. These 24-hour-a-day centers are staffed by nurses and pharmacists who provide assessment, triage and management advice about a wide range of exposures. Toxicologists are available when in-depth consultation is needed. As most cases can be safely managed at home, costly visits to the emergency room are averted, resulting in significant overall health-care savings. These centers also provide educational programs for the public and health professionals and compile epidemiologic statistics.
authors: Florida Poison Information Center-Tampa, Tampa General Hospital.
authors: S A
authors: SA
authors: Normann
authors: J L
authors: JL
authors: Schauben
mesh_terms: D017046:Cost Savings; D004632:Emergency Medical Services / Q000191:economics; D004781:Environmental Exposure; D005431:Florida / Q000453:epidemiology; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D009726:Nurses; D010595:Pharmacists; D011039:Poison Control Centers / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D011041:Poisoning / Q000517:prevention & control; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D014116:Toxicology; D014218:Triage; D000078329:Workforce