Oregon Poison Center collection

Collection

Identifier: 2015-028

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Oregon Poison Center collection house the organizational records of the Oregon Poison Center. This collection which dates from 1991 to 2000, consists of call statistics, video cassettes, audio cassettes, 35mm slides, and grant proposals evidencing the work of the Oregon Poison Center during the 1990s.

Dates

1975-2006
Majority of material found within 1991 - 2000

Creator

Oregon Poison Center (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Conditions Governing Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Historical Note

The Oregon Poison Center is a 24-hour health care information and treatment resource serving Oregon, Alaska, and Guam.

The poison center was established by an act of the Oregon State Legislature in 1978 to provide emergency treatment information for patients experiencing a poisoning or toxic exposure. The Oregon Poison Center is also responsible for providing public outreach and education to health care professionals. The Poison Center staff is made up of doctors and nurses trained in toxicology and handles nearly 60,000 calls a year.

Extent

8.05 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Oregon Poison Center is a 24-hour health care information and treatment resource serving Oregon, Alaska, and Guam. This collection, which dates from 1991 to 2000, consists of call statistics, audio and video cassettes, 35mm slides, and grant proposals evidencing the work of the Oregon Poison Center during the 1990s.