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When a Long Island Housewife Handed Out Arsenic to Kids on Halloween

This Halloween procession in Massachusetts was poison-free.

When a Long Island Housewife Handed Out Arsenic to Kids on Halloween

One of the World’s Most Dangerous Spiders Could Invade Homes after Australia's Recent Rainfall

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One of the World’s Most Dangerous Spiders Could Invade Homes after Australia's Recent Rainfall

‘Soft and Cuddly’ Venomous Puss Caterpillars Have Been Spotted in at Least 3 States

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‘Soft and Cuddly’ Venomous Puss Caterpillars Have Been Spotted in at Least 3 States

High Levels of Arsenic Found in Bottled Water From Whole Foods and Dr Pepper

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High Levels of Arsenic Found in Bottled Water From Whole Foods and Dr Pepper

The Reason Why Dryer Sheets Are Toxic to Cats and Dogs

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Can You Guess Whether or Not the Animal Is Venomous?

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10 Facts About the Element Lead

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Guess the (Ineffective) Historical Antidote to Poison

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The Poison-Detecting Secret Weapon of the Middle Ages: Unicorn Horn

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8 Dishes Made by Notorious Poisoners

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What's the Difference Between Venom and Poison?

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6 Common Dangers to Watch Out For When Walking Your Dog

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The Tricks Toxic Animals Use to Avoid Poisoning Themselves

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This Plant Can Burn Your Skin With Its Sap—And It May Be Coming to Your Neighborhood

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How to Spot Poison Ivy, According to a Scientist

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Pee, Poison, and Prosthetic Noses: The Story of Astronomer Tycho Brahe's Suspicious Death

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