The first week of September is National Childhood Injury Prevention Week. Many child injuries are preventable. This national movement encourages parents and caregivers to become informed about common causes of child injuries to be part of the movement to reduce child fatalities and injuries. Make Home a Safer Place Unfortunately, the most common place for […]
COVID-19 Back to School Safety Tips
It’s back-to-school season and coronavirus cases are on the rise throughout the United States. What should parents, teachers, and caregivers know about how to help children safely attend school? In-Person Learning is Recommended The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all COVID-19 school plans should begin with the goal of offering safe in-person learning. […]
Child Drowning Remains Serious Risk for Kids Under Five
The annual drowning and submersion report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) highlights the importance of water safety. The report found that child drowning remains the leading cause of unintentional fatality for children ages one to four. Exercise Extra Vigilance CPSC cautions parents and caregivers to be extra vigilant around water this summer, […]
Safe Sleep for Infants
Soft plush toys and blankets may be adorable, but sleeping infants shouldn’t cuddle up to them. A recent study by the journal Pediatrics found that allowing infants to sleep on soft bedding can be a risk factor for sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDS). This study examined more than 4900 SUID cases that occurred between 2011 […]
Preventing Backover and Trunk Entrapment Injuries
Vehicles pose many safety risks for children. While car accidents are a common cause of injury, there are a variety of other dangers that parents and caregivers should be aware of. In this article, we’ll focus on tips for preventing backover incidents and trunk entrapment. Backover Incidents This type of accident most often occurs when […]
