Hand sanitizer helps keep germs away, but it is not safe to swallow, the Garrett County Health Department reminded families as cold and flu season approaches. Even a small amount can be dangerous, especially for kids.
The health department suggests keeping bottles sealed and stored out of children’s reach, and teaching children to use only a pea-sized amount. It also shared tips from the Maryland Poison Center to help keep children safe.
For more information on child injury prevention, call the health department’s Early Care Programs at (301) 334-7720. Translation services and accessibility assistance are also available at that number.
The post was shared by Deb House from the Early Care Programs Unit. See the original post from the Garrett County Health Department, including the Maryland Poison Center tips.
