Mr. Yuk
Mr. Yuk
Mr. Yuk (/mɪstər juːk/) is a trademarked graphic image, created by the Pittsburgh Poison Center, which is widely employed in the United States in labeling of substances that are poisonous if ingested.
Etymology
The name "Mr. Yuk" was chosen by a panel of children in a naming contest held by the Pittsburgh Poison Center. The term "Yuk" is a colloquial term for disgust or revulsion, which is the intended reaction to the sight of poisonous substances.
History
Mr. Yuk was first introduced in 1971 by the Pittsburgh Poison Center. The center, which was one of the first in the nation, was looking for a way to help children identify poisonous substances. The traditional skull and crossbones symbol was not effective, as it was associated with pirates and adventure, rather than danger. The bright green and sour face of Mr. Yuk was designed to be unappealing to children.
Usage
Mr. Yuk stickers are used to label poisonous substances. The stickers are bright green, a color that was chosen because it was found to be the most unappealing to children. The stickers also include a phone number for the Pittsburgh Poison Center, providing a resource for individuals who have ingested the substance.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mr. Yuk
- Wikipedia's article - Mr. Yuk
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