The school year is in full swing. Staying alert is important for pedestrians and drivers to keep children safe. New data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that 104 people died in crashes related to school transportation in 2022. More than 1,000 died from 2013-2022, and 198 of those individuals were children […]
Magnets Pose Risks for Children and Teens
High-powered magnets are a safety risk for children. These aren’t the kind you’ll find on your refrigerator; they’re up to eight times stronger than magnets used in toys. Injuries due to ingestion and inhalation of magnets have increased. These injuries are serious and sometimes fatal. When two or more magnets are swallowed, they attract each […]
Infant Risk: Weighted Sleep Products
Infant sleep can be challenging and there’s are plenty of products on the market designed to improve infant sleep. Unfortunately, many are not safe or effective. For example, weighted sleep products like wearable blankets and swaddles claim to improve sleep, but there is little evidence to support their safety and effectiveness. In fact, the American […]
Narcotics and Water Beads Top Pediatric Poisoning Safety Concerns
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report on unintentional pediatric poisonings. It highlights an increase in unintentional poisoning from narcotics, over-the-counter medications, and water beads. Unintentional Pediatric Poisonings The report found that 98 children under the age of five died from poisonings in 2022. That’s a 66% increase from the previous […]
Water Beads: Dangerous for Young Children
You’ve probably seen water beads in children’s toys and activity kits or used in sensory activities. These small beads are colorful and almost look like candy. Unfortunately, water beads present multiple risks for young children. Swallowing them can lead to internal injuries and even death if undetected. These beads are associated with thousands of emergency […]
