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- Even though the sun doesn’t “feel” hot you can still get a sunburn.
- One bad sunburn can double your risk of developing skin cancer.
- The most common mistake parents make is not applying enough sunscreen.
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New Law Banning Cell Phone Use For Teen Drivers Goes Into Effect
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- After May 14th teens will not be allowed to talk on the cell phone while driving.
- Lawmakers hope the new law will educate teens and their parents on the dangers of driving while distracted.
- Talking on the phone while driving is dangerous and impairs your driving as much as drunk driving.
A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home
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- Learn CPR and the Heimlich maneuver.
- Adapt your childproofing to suit the age of your children.
- Keep a list of important numbers by the phone in case of emergencies.
Medications are the Leading Cause of Accidental Child Poisoning Deaths
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- Each day 165 children go to the ER to be treated for accidental medication drug poisoning.
- Overdoses could be easily prevented by being more careful with how we store and administer medication.
- Make sure to keep medications out of sight and out of reach of children.
Protecting Your Children From Internet Pornography
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- The Internet and mobile devices have made it so that most children will probably be exposed to pornography at some point.
- Maintaining an open relationship is the best way to help guide your children through these challenges.
- You can also protect your children by learning what to look for and practicing good Internet safety.
Button Batteries Can Be a Huge Health Hazard For Small Children
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- Swallowing a button battery can cause severe injury and potentially even death in less than two hours.
- If you believe your child has ingested a button battery, go directly to the emergency room.
- Search your home for any devices that use these batteries and place them where your children can’t get to them. Keep any loose batteries locked away.
Tips for Preventing and Identifying Child Sexual Abuse
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- Most offenders are known to the child; they may be family members, relatives, friends, teachers, coaches, babysitters, and others in positions of authority.
- The offender usually uses coercion and manipulation, not physical force.
- Open communication is very important with your child: most children are very hesitant to talk about it and might not tell anybody what happened for years.
Family Members of Children Infected with Staph Are More Likely to Be Carriers
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- Treating family members who are carriers of staph can potentially reduce recurrent infections.
- Not all infected people have symptoms.
- Prevent staph infections by not sharing personal objects like razors and towels, and by keeping toys and household surfaces clean.
Emergency Contact Sheet
In an emergency, you rarely have the time to stop and look up a number. An emergency contact sheet is a great way of making sure you have all the information you need right in front of you. To make … Continue reading
Camping and Hiking Safety Tips
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- Camping and hiking can bring a wide range of safety issues that we don’t typically have to deal with.
- Make sure you and your children are well prepared by packing appropriately and familiarizing yourself with any problems that may occur.
- Teach your children what to do if they get lost, how to identify poisonous plants, and how to behave around wild animals.
