Venomous Snakes at Work | Outdoor | CDC
Aug 28, 2024 · Venomous Snakes at Work Key points Venomous snakes can be dangerous to outdoor workers. Although most people do not die from snake bites, there can be lasting …
Working Safely Outdoors | Outdoor | CDC
Nov 26, 2024 · Venomous wildlife and insects Venomous snakes, venomous spiders, scorpions, and stinging insects live throughout various geographic regions. They are especially …
Poisonings, Envenomations, and Toxic Exposures During Travel
Apr 23, 2025 · Introduction Outside the United States, travelers may encounter unfamiliar substances that can be harmful to health. Folk remedies and foods may contain toxic plants or …
Appendix D: Guidelines for Animals in School Settings
Jun 20, 2007 · Reptiles (including turtles, lizards, and snakes) and amphibians --- To prevent Salmonella infection, children aged <5 years should not have contact with reptiles and …
Reptiles and Amphibians | Healthy Pets, Healthy People | CDC
Jan 30, 2025 · Overview Millions of households in the United States own at least one reptile (like a turtle, lizard, or snake) or amphibian (like a frog, salamander, or caecilian). Reptiles have dry …
Venomous Spiders at Work | Outdoor | CDC
Aug 29, 2024 · Outdoor workers should know how to identify venomous spiders and what to do if they are bitten.
NIOSH Fast Facts: Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants
Poisonous plants, from left to right: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac. Images courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture. Protect Yourself Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots, and …
Guatemala and Belize | Yellow Book | CDC
Apr 23, 2025 · Guatemala and Belize have 18 species of venomous snakes (e.g., coral snakes, various pit vipers, and the neotropical rattlesnake), with some bites posing a risk for serious …
Peru | Yellow Book | CDC
Apr 23, 2025 · There is an outbreak of pertussis, whooping cough, in Peru. Travelers to Peru should talk with their healthcare provider about being up to date on their pertussis vaccination …
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Basics | Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Apr 17, 2024 · Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death if inhaled. Find quick facts about CO poisoning and what can be done to prevent it.