Children are inquisitive by nature, and the subject of their curiosity is often living creatures around them, including dogs. Many people in various communities have dogs, and they can be terrific companions for children. However, for a variety of reasons, dogs can bite children, and these bites can cause serious injuries and complications. Millions of […]
Child Safety: School Bus Safety Tips
April 16, 2014 By
Riding a school bus is said to be the safest way for your child to get to and from school, even safer than riding in the family vehicle. Children are rarely injured when riding the bus. The majority of kids who are injured or killed in school bus accidents are hurt when boarding and exiting […]
Child Safety: Gardening Safety Tips
April 14, 2014 By
Gardening is a wonderful warm weather activity for kids and adults to enjoy together. Your child can learn valuable life-long lessons and gain a sense of accomplishment, all while having fun and playing in the dirt. However, some aspects of gardening can be very dangerous. These dangers can be minimized, and some can even be […]
Child Safety: Prevent Poisoning
April 2, 2014 By
According to the Centers for Disease control and Prevention (CDC) over 300 children under the age of 19 are treated for poisoning in emergency rooms every day in the U.S., two of whom die from their injuries. Some of the most dangerous substances in our homes are the ones which are not marked as poisonous, […]
Side Impact Testing May Soon be Required for Child Safety Seats
March 31, 2014 By
You may be shocked to learn that side impact tests are not required for car seats. Current rules do require front and rear impact testing. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is proposing new safety standards for child safety seats for children weighing up to 40 pounds. The agency estimates that the new rules […]
Child Safety Seats Improperly Installed
March 28, 2014 By
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) only about 25% of child car safety seats are installed properly. That means about three out of four children who are strapped in are not actually protected during an accident. At least one study has found that 96% of parents and caregivers believe they are doing […]
Graco Car Seat Recall
March 19, 2014 By
On February 11, 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Graco was voluntarily recalling 11 models of its car seats. The recall affects over 3.7 million units. All of the recalled seats are toddler seats, but the NHTSA had requested that seven other models be recalled, which would expand the recall to […]
Acetaminophen Linked to ADHD
March 19, 2014 By
Acetaminophen use During Pregnancy Linked to ADHD in Children A recent study found a link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and diagnosis with ADHD, and other behavior disorders in children. Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol and is found in hundreds of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. The study does not show a causal relationship between […]
Are Laundry Pods a Public Safety Hazard?
March 12, 2014 By
Laundry pods are small packets of liquid laundry detergent. Instead of measuring out your laundry soap, you just toss a packet in with each load. The wrapper dissolves in the wash so you don’t even have to open them. It sounds like a great idea, but when the pods became popular with the release of […]
