Trampolines are a popular addition to many backyards, but thousands of people are injured on them each year. In fact, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated that approximately 83,300 injuries requiring emergency room treatment in 2011 were associated with trampolines. Most trampoline injuries occur at home, with children under six facing the greatest […]
Safety Tips for Bus Riders
School is back in session, and the buses are back on the road. As a driver, you should always exercise extra caution when you’re near a school bus and be prepared for frequent stops. If you are the parent of school age children, it’s a good idea to review basic bus safety tips with them. […]
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Prevent Blindness has designated August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Eye injuries are common in children, but they are often preventable. According to Prevent Blindness, 125,000 eye injuries each year involve common household products. A sports-related eye injury is treated in an emergency room every 13 minutes. Not only that, a whopping 43% […]
Are Fidget Spinners Dangerous?
It seemed to happen overnight. Fidget spinners, which began as a trendy item for schoolkids, quickly grew in popularity and became available at various stores. But are these toys harmless, or is there cause for concern among parents? A mother in Texas went viral on social media after sharing that her daughter choked on part […]
Summer Camp Safety
Summer is often a relaxing (yet busy!) time for families. School is out and there is more time to spend together. There are also more opportunities for travel and fun activities such as attending summer camp. Summer Injury Prevention Unfortunately, injuries at camp are common for kids. They are often minor, ranging from typical bumps […]
