    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 128, 113th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    PROCLAMATION 9090--MAR. 14, 2014

    Proclamation 9090 of March 14, 2014

    National Poison Prevention Week, 2014

    By the President of the United States of America

    A Proclamation

    Over the past four decades, America has seen a steep decline in
    childhood deaths from accidental poisonings--thanks in part to improved
    safety measures and increased public awareness. During National Poison
    Prevention Week, we do our part to remain vigilant, ask our loved

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    ones to use common-sense precautions, and learn about the potentially
    life-saving action we can take in case of emergency.
    While we have made great strides, unintentional poisoning still takes
    the lives of about 30 American children every year and sends tens of
    thousands to the hospital. Because the vast majority of these accidents
    occur in the home, it is essential for parents and caregivers to keep
    potentially harmful products--including cleaning supplies and
    medication--out of their children's reach and sight. If you ever suspect
    a child, family member, or anyone has been poisoned, quick action may
    prevent serious injury or death. You should immediately call the toll-
    free Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.
    Earlier this year, I signed the Poison Center Network Act, which
    supports the hotline, a poison prevention grant program, and an aware-
    ness campaign. As my Administration promotes safe practices across
    our country, each of us can make our homes and communities more secure.
    To safeguard against carbon monoxide, a deadly, colorless, odorless gas,
    every American should have heating systems inspected
    each year and install carbon monoxide alarms in their homes. And because
    prescription drug overdose remains the most common cause of
    fatal poisoning, we must properly store and dispose of medications.
    I encourage Americans to visit www.DEAdiversion.USDOJ.gov to read about
    safe prescription drug disposal and learn how to participate in the
    National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 26. For information on
    preventing accidents and helping victims of poisoning, go to
    PoisonHelp.HRSA.gov.
    To encourage Americans to learn more about the dangers of accidental
    poisonings and to take appropriate preventative measures, the Congress,
    by joint resolution approved September 26, 1961, as amended (75 Stat.
    681) has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation
    designating the third week of March each year as ``National Poison
    Prevention Week.''
    NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of
    America, do hereby proclaim March 16 through March 22, 2014, as National
    Poison Prevention Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this week
    by taking actions to protect their families from hazardous household
    materials and misuse of prescription medicines.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
    March, in the year of our Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the
    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
    eighth.
    BARACK OBAMA