Name Your Poison Day

The origins of Name Your Poison Day are currently unknown. The phrase “name your poison” typically refers to what a bartender might ask when you are ordering an alcoholic beverage. Alternatively, it is often used when asking someone to choose between several options. In this phrase, “poison” could refer to a variety of indulgences or habits people enjoy, such as alcohol, drugs, coffee, or unhealthy foods.

Celebrate this quirky holiday by listening to some music by the band Poison, indulging in your favorite guilty pleasure, or wishing your friends and family a “Happy Name Your Poison Day!” Whether you take care of a pest problem or simply embrace the day with a light-hearted spirit, make a choice and celebrate!

Interesting Facts

• The most common time for childhood poisonings is around dinnertime, often referred to by poison control centers as “the arsenic hour.”
• The Golden Poison Dart Frog is the most toxic poison dart frog; one gram of its secretions can kill 1,000 adult humans.
• There is no such thing as a poisonous spider, but all spiders are venomous.
• Most poisonings in the United States are caused by drug overdoses.
• Approximately 90% of poisonings occur at home.
• Children under 6 years old are the most vulnerable to poisoning incidents.
• Poisoning can occur through ingestion, inhalation, eye exposure, skin absorption, or stings and bites.
• The most common substances poisoning children under 6 are cosmetics and personal care products.
• Pain relievers are the leading cause of poisoning in adults aged 20 and above.
• The least common age group for poisonings is 6 to 12 years old.

When is Name Your Poison Day in 2025?

Name Your Poison Day is observed on June 8 each year.

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