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 […]
Grilling Safety Tips
There’s nothing like grilling a juicy burger while spending time with loved ones. But as statistics from the National Fire Protection Association reveal, grills can also cause serious injuries and property damage. An average of 8,900 home fires occurred each year between 2009-2013 (the most recent report available), resulting in approximately 10 fatalities, 160 injuries, […]
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 […]
Risk of Alcohol-Related Car Accidents Increases in Summer
Vehicle accidents involving a driver who has been consuming alcohol occur every day in the United States. The risk is especially high around major holidays and in the summer time. Summer holidays and other celebrations such as weddings, graduation parties, and similar events can lead to an increased risk of drunk driving. Although summer driving […]
