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Toy Safety
Some toys can lead to injuries. These injuries can be the result of a flaw in the product design but can also happen when the toy is used in a way that does not follow the manufacturers’ instructions.
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Tree House Safety
Building and playing in tree houses is a favorite activity for young children. Though a tree house can be a place of great fun and imagination, unfortunately it can also lead to serious injury.
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Types of Smoke Alarms
Every year, more than 3,000 people die in home fires in the United States. Fire deaths are usually the result of breathing in toxic smoke, and most fatal fires occur at night.
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Window Falls
Every year, over 5,100 children younger than 18 years of age are treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments for injuries related to falls from windows.
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New National Study Emphasizes Need for Tree House Safety Standards
Although building and playing in tree houses is widely considered a rite of passage for children, it can unfortunately lead to serious injury. A recent study conducted by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that an
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How to Choose Safe Toys
Picking out toys is fun—but safety should come first. Learn how to choose age-appropriate toys, avoid hidden hazards like button batteries, magnets, and water beads, and make active play and e-rides safer so kids can enjoy more worry-free fun at home.
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Hot Tubs
Many people use hot tubs, whirlpools and spas for relaxation and fun. Hot tub owners and parents should take proper safety steps to protect children from hot tub-related injuries.
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Household Cleaners
An estimated 267,269 children 5 years old or younger were treated in US emergency departments for household cleaning product-related injuries from 1990 to 2006.
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Lawn Mower Safety
Thousands of children suffer severe injuries from lawn mowers every year. However, most of the injuries from lawn mowers can be prevented by following a few simple steps.
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Pool Safety
Swimming is a great way to cool off during the hot summer. Parents and caregivers need to do their part to keep kids safe in the pool and prevent drowning.