Integration of poison center data into Oregon ESSENCE supports the initiative to develop a statewide syndromic surveillance system that includes a variety of data sources. It also addresses the need for improved, timely communication between OPC and OHA that was identified following Oregon's response to the 2011 Japanese Earthquake and Radiation event. Because OPC data are integrated into ESSENCE, OHA staff members are able to develop an understanding of expected call volumes and types during day-to-day operations. This is an important component of ongoing situational awareness as we learn what to expect and also how to interpret data from OPC. This resource-effective solution can be applied to jurisdictions that use a variety of applications to monitor their poison center data.