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Water Safety Program
Very few activities are more refreshing than swimming on a hot summer day; but water presents risks too. Learning the facts about water safety for children will allow you to make a big difference. Drownings are the leading cause of injury-related death in children ages one to
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Fire Safety The importance of fire safety Each year, thousands of people are injured in home fires in the U.S. Most fire-related deaths are caused by smoke inhalation of the toxic gases produced by fires. Fires and burns are a leading cause of unintentional injury-related deaths
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Car Seat Safety and Distracted Driving How important are seat belts and car seats? According to the CDC, motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children in the U.S. Thousands of children are at risk because they are not buckled up. Car seats and seat belts must
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Household Safety Checklist To protect you and your family, do a thorough safety check of every room in your home on a regular basis. You can prevent unintentional accidents, injuries, and nontraumatic emergencies. Your family will be healthier and safer when you practice a little
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Safe Sleep Month - Are pacifiers safe for babies?
… Safe Sleep Month - Are pacifiers safe for babies? Blog Baby … my husband and I would wake up in middle of night trying to comfort our baby. We would make sure he wasn’t hungry, changed his diaper, tried rocking him to sleep, swayed him, swaddled …
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Fire Safety and Burns Overview What are the different types of burns? A burn injury usually results from an energy transfer from a heat source to the body. There are many types of burns caused by thermal, radiation, chemical, friction, or electrical contact. Thermal burns are
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Important Tips to Help Keep Your Children Safe Around Water
Pool time is a popular part of sunny days in Arizona, and a great chance to cool off, splash and make memories with your kids. While constant, capable adult supervision is the best way to reduce drowning risk, properly using a vest-style life jacket approved by the U.S. Coast
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Cosmetic Safety for Contact Lens Wearers What eye hazards may be linked to cosmetic use? Misusing cosmetics when you wear contacts can lead to problems, including: Deposits on the lens Eye irritation Allergy Injury Infection Dryness What safety practices should take place? There
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Bicycling, Inline Skating, Skateboarding, and Scooter Safety—Prevention Buying the right bike It's important that the bike your child rides is the right size. In addition, consider the following advice: The bike shouldn't be too big or complicated. Your child should be able to
OHV/ATV and Motor Vehicle Safety
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) are designed for off-road adventures and other fun activities as long as you follow the laws. Larger and more powerful ATVs are increasingly popular, but can also increase the chance of injury. According to the Consumer