- Venomous Spiders at Work | Outdoor | CDC
Venomous Spiders at Work Key points Outdoor workers may encounter venomous spiders Black widows and brown recluses are some types of venomous spiders in the United States Employers and workers can take steps to prevent spider bites
- Venomous Snakes at Work | Outdoor | CDC
Informs outdoor workers about venomous snakes and what to do if they are bitten
- VX | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
VX is a human-made chemical warfare agent It is one of the most toxic nerve agents Signs and symptoms depend on how much you were exposed to, how you were exposed, and for how long Get clean and get medical help if exposed
- Zoonotic Exposures: Bites, Scratches, and Other Hazards
Also, certain reptiles and amphibians may be venomous, and their bites require immediate medical attention Human exposure to saliva and other body fluids of infected animals can occur through bites, scratches, cuts in the skin, or other contact between mucous membranes like the eyes or mouth
- Poisonings, Envenomations, and Toxic Exposures During Travel
Venomous animals can bite or sting, potentially causing pain and occasionally serious illness Exposure to toxins, such as pesticides or carbon monoxide, may cause injury or death Local and regional poison centers can provide information and medical guidance in cases of suspected poisoning or other toxic exposures
- Reptiles and Amphibians | Healthy Pets, Healthy People | CDC
CDC does not recommend keeping venomous animals as pets or in household settings Venoms are a defense that some reptiles and amphibians use to protect themselves from any potential dangers or harm in their environment Some venomous animals, like poison dart frogs and coral snakes, can be identified by their bright colors and markings
- Guatemala and Belize | Yellow Book | CDC
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 injury, including death The Chilean recluse spider (Loxosceles laeta) and black widow spider (Latrodectus spp ) are venomous spiders found in Guatemala and Belize
- Thimerosal and Vaccines | Vaccine Safety | CDC
Thimerosal is a mercury-based preservative that has been used for decades in the United States in multi-dose vials (vials containing more than one dose) of medicines and vaccines There is no evidence of harm caused by the low doses of thimerosal in vaccines, except for minor reactions like redness and swelling at the injection site In July 1999, the Public Health Service agencies, the
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