(WTRF/NEXSTAR) — The iconic “Mr. Yuk” poison symbol is turning 50 years old this week. Mr. Yuk’s birthday comes just ahead of National Poison Prevention Week, which is March 21-27. Mr. Yuk ...

Mr. Yuk is retiring. Not the sticker, the man. Ever since the symbol for poison changed from a skull and crossbones to the lime green anti-smiley face about 30 years ago, a Seattle man has been ...

EDITORIAL Bald eagles are America’s national symbol. Let’s stop poisoning them. A powerful type of rat poison has also been killing eagles and owls in Massachusetts.

Poison hemlock, a deadly plant that can cause respiratory failure and death, is spreading throughout the U.S. Contact herbicides are the safest way to control poison hemlock, as all parts of the ...

In “Most Delicious Poison,” Noah Whiteman explores nature’s fine line between killing and curing. By Robert Sullivan Robert Sullivan is the author of seven books, including “The ...