Trestrail J H, McCoy D J
Vet Hum Toxicol. 1985 Dec;27(6):506-7.
Funding problems seem to be an ever present obstacle for Regional Centers. To date, there has not been an effective solution for many, if not all, the centers. An often raised suggestion is the direct solicitation of the users of the services of the Poison Center. On March 1, 1985, the Blodgett Regional Poison Center (BRPC) initiated a direct solicitation project. For most BRPC calls involving a "patient", a packet containing informational and educational materials was mailed to the caller. This packet also included a letter requesting a donation to BRPC to help defray operational expenses. The letter suggested a $10.00 donation, or any amount the individual could afford. Results through the first 5 months of this project are presented with copies of all materials used in the solicitation.
资金问题似乎一直是地区中心面临的障碍。到目前为止，即使不是所有中心，对于许多中心来说都还没有有效的解决方案。一个经常被提出的建议是直接向中毒控制中心服务的用户募捐。1985年3月1日，布洛杰特地区中毒控制中心（BRPC）启动了一个直接募捐项目。对于大多数涉及“患者”的BRPC来电，会向来电者邮寄一个包含信息和教育材料的包裹。这个包裹还包括一封信，请求向BRPC捐款以帮助支付运营费用。信中建议捐款10美元，或个人力所能及的任何金额。本文展示了该项目前5个月的结果以及募捐过程中使用的所有材料的副本。
