Toxicology Section

Toxicology

One of the objectives for the Section of Toxicology is to provide a forum for emergency physicians with an interest in clinical toxicology, and to further development of clinical toxicology as a subspecialty of emergency medicine.

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March 20, 2026

Spring 2026 Newsletter

As we continue into 2026, I would like to wish all members a productive and rewarding spring season.

February 27, 2025

The End of DCPA (dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate)

On August 6, 2024, EPA issued Emergency Order to suspend all registrations and use of the pesticide dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (Dacthal or DCPA) under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rod...

July 11, 2024

Xylazine: A Confounding Adulterant

A 32-year-old male arrives via EMS after a suspected opioid overdose. Four milligrams of intranasal naloxone were administered in the field with limited effect.

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An EM Experience Like No Other

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October 25 - 28, 2027

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