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Poison control and child poisoning dangers rise across America
A nursemaid recounts Tommy's near fatal poisoning from starter fluid and urges readiness. The piece notes nearly 600,000 U S children will swallow poisons yearly, with 500 deaths possible. It highlights poison control centers, emergency steps, and the Federal Hazardous Substances Labeling Act championed by Floris Mills and Rep. Curtis, leading to mandatory labels in 1960.
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Tommy
United States
Children's Hospital
Floris R. Mills
Webster Groves
Thomas B. Curtis
R-Mo
Marty
Pure Food and Drug Administration
St. Louis