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Fire drills. You’ve probably done these at work; your kids do these at school. But data show that we’re more likely to encounter a fire at home than at work or school, yet only about 1 out of 3 adults say they have created AND practiced a home fire escape plan. Why...

Find Us July 2021 HealthyChildren.org Update for Health Care Professionals Advertising Disclaimer Now Available: The Summer Issue of Healthy Children Magazine In our new summer issue, parents will find articles about how to enjoy summer fun safely. We also provide...

Every year, Americans enjoy the 4th of July by setting off firecrackers, bottle rockets and sparklers. However, the celebration often turns into tragedy with the improper use of fireworks. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission,...

Just like brushing teeth and saying “please” and “thank you,” sun safety is a habit best formed in childhood. Parents and caregivers patiently praise good behavior with the hopes that when it’s time for the kids to find their independence, some of those habits will...

Kids—including teens—are not small adults. Their brains haven’t fully formed yet, so they make lots of mistakes. They can’t always accurately judge the risk they are in or what they need to do to keep themselves or others safe, especially on powerful machines....

When it comes to water, children are naturally curious –it’s so interesting and fun. Portable pools can be a fun way to cool off when it is warm outside and they don’t cost a lot of money. What parents may not realize, however, is that portable pools can be just as...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

From the moment they’re born, our kids are watching us. They’re looking for cues about how to survive and thrive in this world. From the backseat of your car, they’re learning about what’s safe and unsafe. They’re seeing you react to your environment in real time....

Parents and caregivers of young children know how important it is to keep them safe while they grow and explore. Keeping medications up and away, putting gates across stairs, and so much more goes into raising healthy and safe toddlers and preschoolers. These safety...