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Posted by: Laura Dattner, MA on Sep 12, 2025

More than 213,000 kids younger than 18 years are treated in US hospital emergency departments for playground-related injuries every year. Here are a few tips to help make the playground adventure safer.

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How to Keep Your Produce Fresh
Don’t let fresh produce go to waste! With a few simple storage strategies, you can keep fruits and veggies fresh longer, save money, and make healthy eating more convenient. Learn the dos and don’ts of storing produce and how to get your kids involved in the process.
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Medication Poisonings in Young Children
Preschoolers love to explore, but that curiosity can lead to danger when it comes to medications and household products. Learn why kids under 6 are most at risk for poisoning and get practical tips to keep your home safe and your child protected.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Nitrate Levels in the Water Are High, Should You Be Concerned?

Aug 30, 2024

I just heard that Nitrate levels in the water are high, should I be concerned? Well, for most of us the answer is no. The concern is mainly for two special groups. Read More

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Asbestos in Children's Makeup: What's the Risk to Your Child?

Aug 29, 2024

Asbestos can be a scary thing. And, in a child’s toy or makeup it can seem especially worrisome. For parents of children who recently heard about a recall of children’s makeup, here’s some information that may be helpful. Read More

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Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

Aug 26, 2024

For some children who need help falling asleep, melatonin has become a commonly recommended supplement. Melatonin is safe, effective and widely available. Read More

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Parents: Avoid the Barefoot Blues

Aug 26, 2024

If you have those oh-so-cute open toed shoes, reconsider: it’s an invitation for scraped toes and torn toenails. Read More

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Poison Centers: Here for the Ages

Aug 22, 2024

National Poison Prevention Week is observed every year during the third week of March and is dedicated to raising awareness about the work of poison control centers and the availability of the Poison Help Hotline (1-800-222-1222). Read More

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Laundry Packets: A Deadly Danger

Aug 22, 2024

The new laundry packets are here, and they are convenient, colorful, and popular. However, in the hands of a young child they can be fatal. Read More

Preventing Teen Opioid Abuse and Misuse

Aug 21, 2024

In the US, the annual number of opioid prescriptions written per year declined from 2012 to 2020, but the average remains above 142 million prescriptions written per year. There are ongoing efforts to look at how this problem is affecting both adults and children in our country. Read More

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Avoiding Swimming Pool Germs

Aug 21, 2024

Following these simple tips can help your child avoid getting sick this summer. Read More