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About Jason Hack, MD

Dr. Hack (Oleander Photography) is chief of the division of medical toxicology and vice chair for research at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He enjoys taking photographs of beautiful toxic, medicinal, and benign flowers that he stumbles upon or grows in his garden. Contact him at ToxInRI@gmail.com, www.toxinRI.com, or on Instagram @oleanderphotography.

Posts by Jason Hack, MD

Toxicology Answer: the Jequirity Bean

May 9, 2025 - Jason B. Hack, MD - 0 Comment

(See original question here.) ANSWER: Jequirity Bean The jequirity bean (Abrus precatorius) is a very ordinary looking…

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Toxicology Question: Which Plant Contains a Protein That Inhibits Cell Function?

May 9, 2025 - Jason B. Hack, MD - 0 Comment

See answer here.

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Toxicology Answer: The Pretty and Toxic Tobacco

October 8, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

Many years ago, fresh out of my New York Toxicology Fellowship, I walked into an early September…

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Toxicology Question: What Toxic Plant Is Traditionally Used Medicinally for Bronchitis, Tonsillitis, Toothaches, Etc.?

October 8, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

And, what are its symptoms and their treatment? Click here to see the answer.

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Toxicology Answer: the Lionfish, a Dangerous, Non-Native Invader

August 9, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

Lionfish (Pterois species) are members of the family Scorpaenidae, which includes lionfish (Pterois), scorpionfish (Scorpaena), and stonefish…

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Toxicology Question: Which Sea-Dweller Causes Skin Necrosis Upon Contact?

August 9, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

And, how do you treat its victims?

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Toxicology Answer: the White-Marked Tussock Moth Caterpillar

June 11, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

There are three species of white-marked tussock moths, Orgyia detrita, Orgyia leucostigma, and Orgyia definita, found across…

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Toxicology Question: What Spiky Creepy Crawler Embeds Its Spines in Your Skin?

June 11, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD, FACEP - 0 Comment

And, how do you treat its victims? Click here to see the answers.

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Toxicology Answer: The Capsaicin Found in Hot Peppers and Chilis

April 2, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD - 0 Comment

“How bad could it be?” was the last thought before I took a small bite of the…

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Toxicology Question: What Fiery Ingredient Brings Tears to Your Eyes and Irritation Upon Exposure?

April 1, 2024 - Jason Hack, MD - 0 Comment

QUESTION: What fiery ingredient produced in plants like the above photo brings tears to your eyes and…

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