Lunch & Learn Webinar ft MPC

May is Older Americans Month – Let’s Protect Those Who’ve Cared for Us

In honor of Older Americans Month, we are focusing on keeping older adults safe and informed. While older adults make up a smaller percentage of poison-related calls to the Maryland Poison Center, they are more likely to experience serious medical outcomes—including hospitalization and, in some cases, life-threatening complications.

That’s why awareness, prevention, and knowing when to call the Poison Center can make all the difference.

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Join us for a free webinar designed to support older adults and their caregivers: Poison Prevention for Older Adults and Caregivers

• Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2025
• Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
• Location: Virtual (link provided upon registration)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• Common poisoning risks for older adults
• Practical steps caregivers and older adults can take to reduce risk
• What to do when something goes wrong with medications or household products
• How the Poison Center can support you in an emergency

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

• Older adults
• Family members and caregivers
• Aging services professionals
• Anyone supporting the health and safety of aging populations

Let’s work together to protect those who’ve cared for us!

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MEET OUR SPEAKER:

Emily Paterson is the Public Education and Communications Manager at the  Maryland Poison Center, where she has worked for over five years. She received her Master of Public Health degree  from the University of Maryland, College Park. She  received her Bachelor of Science in Community Health from Salisbury University where she also achieved her Certified Health Education Specialist certification.

Emily is an active member of the professional association America’s Poison Centers, which oversees the nation's 55 Poison Centers. She is currently the Junior Co-Chair on the Educators Advisory Council of America’s Poison Centers. Emily is also involved in numerous state and local coalitions that aim for a healthier injury-free life.

She is deeply passionate about her work in Public Health and injury prevention and is equipped to support community poison prevention and safety preparedness. The EPN is thrilled to welcome Emily to our network!

Reminders:

• This event is free. Registration is required. 
• If you are not already a subscriber to our network upon registering for the event, look forward to receiving an email inviting you to subscribe to our network.