High-powered magnets are a safety risk for children. These aren’t the kind you’ll find on your refrigerator; they’re up to eight times stronger than magnets used in toys. Injuries due to ingestion and inhalation of magnets have increased. These injuries are serious and sometimes fatal. When two or more magnets are swallowed, they attract each […]
Medical Malpractice: Birth Injuries
Labor and delivery affect both mother and infant. Birth injuries happen to babies before, during, and after delivery. These injuries are often life-changing and can impact the baby’s development. Types of Birth Injuries Birth injuries occur when medical practitioners fail to anticipate birth complications. This includes fetal distress during delivery, twisted umbilical cords, maternal infections/health […]
Narcotics and Water Beads Top Pediatric Poisoning Safety Concerns
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report on unintentional pediatric poisonings. It highlights an increase in unintentional poisoning from narcotics, over-the-counter medications, and water beads. Unintentional Pediatric Poisonings The report found that 98 children under the age of five died from poisonings in 2022. That’s a 66% increase from the previous […]
Water Beads: Dangerous for Young Children
You’ve probably seen water beads in children’s toys and activity kits or used in sensory activities. These small beads are colorful and almost look like candy. Unfortunately, water beads present multiple risks for young children. Swallowing them can lead to internal injuries and even death if undetected. These beads are associated with thousands of emergency […]
Toy Safety: Preventing Childhood Injuries
When you think of toys, you probably think of fun childhood memories. Making sure that the children in your life have fun memories with their toys requires a little bit of homework, as toy injuries can unfortunately occur. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report about toy-related deaths and injuries. It […]
