Child Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

Child Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

June is National Safety Month, so let’s talk about a problem many Americans aren’t aware of: unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for our children. Surprised? You probably thought it was cancer or another disease, but no, it’s injuries: drowning,...
Make a Splash for Swimming Pool Safety

Make a Splash for Swimming Pool Safety

As soon as the weather starts warming up, families are eager to hit the pool. Most parents and caregivers know to watch their children while they are swimming – but what about when they aren’t swimming? The truth is that nearly 60% of children who drown were not...
Keep Talking to Help Young Drivers Learn Safe Skills

Keep Talking to Help Young Drivers Learn Safe Skills

Parents just want what’s best for their children, but it’s often hard to compete with the freedom and excitement a young driver feels when they get their license. Although graduated driver licensing laws now exist in every state to help teens ease into the...
Amusement Rides: Following the Rules Really Does Matter

Amusement Rides: Following the Rules Really Does Matter

As the weather gets warmer, more families are making plans for a day at an amusement park, state fair, carnival, or church festival. A big part of the fun is the thrill of the rides. Unfortunately, every year thousands of children are treated in emergency departments...