In the United States, poison-related information is available 24 hours a day by contacting the:
a. National Institute on Drug Abuse at 1-800-222-HELP.
b. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Hotline at1-800-666-6666.
c. National Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.
d. Chemical Emergency Center at 1-800-262-8200.
Answer: c
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