Did you know that unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning causes more than 400 fatalities in America each year? The risk for carbon monoxide poisoning is highest in December and January. A simple carbon monoxide detector can save lives, but they are installed in less than one-third of homes in the United States. If you don’t already […]
Winter Safety Tips for Children and Older Adults
Whether or not there’s snow on the ground, winter weather can present special challenges, especially for children and senior citizens. In this blog post we’ll share some tips for keeping everyone safe in colder weather. Weather-Appropriate Clothing Be sure to dress for the weather. Several thin layers will help everyone stay dry and warm; layers […]
Over-the-Counter Medication Safety for Children
Even though you can purchase over-the-counter (OTC) drugs without a prescription from a doctor, these medications can be dangerous if taken improperly. Talk to your child’s doctor before providing any medication for the first time. Read the label on the OTC medication bottle carefully for instructions about what the drug is for, how to use […]
Jump Away from Trampoline Injuries
Trampolines are a popular addition to many backyards, but thousands of people are injured on them each year. In fact, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated that approximately 83,300 injuries requiring emergency room treatment in 2011 were associated with trampolines. Most trampoline injuries occur at home, with children under six facing the greatest […]
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
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% […]
