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An increasing number of Virginians being poisoned by plants

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An increasing number of Virginians being poisoned by plants

“The Socrates Project – Poisonous Plants in Virginia” is designed to be an easily read resource for parents and the general public as well as medical providers. Les Sinclair speaks with Christopher Holstege, MD, medical director of the Blue Ridge Poison Center and the toxicology consultant for the book.

Links: The Socrates Project: Poisonous Plants in Virginia | Blue Ridge Poison Center
https://med.virginia.edu/brpc/the-learning-center/the-socrates-project/

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