Summer Safety Tips
May 28, 2021
Article at a Glance
- The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest for children and adolescents.
- In the U.S., motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related death for ages 5 to 24.
- Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4, and ranks third for children 19 and under.
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Why do good parents leave their children in hot cars?
May 3, 2021
Article at a Glance
- Leaving your baby in the car on a hot day for even a few minutes is enough to cause heatstroke.
- Parents are more likely to forget their children when their habit memory system suppresses their prospective memory system.
- Don't assume you are immune to mistakes, set in place a reminder for when your child is in the car with you.
6 Vaccination Myths and Why They are Dangerous
April 26, 2021
Article at a Glance
- Vaccinations save lives and result in fewer hospitalizations and fewer deaths.
- Vaccinations are a requirement to attend school in all 50 states, though there are exceptions to opt-out.
- Some unvaccinated people have fallen victim to common myths that persist in the face of scientific evidence to the contrary.
Utah Car Seat Safety: What You Need to Know
November 19, 2020
Article at a Glance
- Car seats can reduce the chance of a fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for children ages 1 to 4.
- Infants under 2 should remain in a rear-facing car seat and children under 8 years of age need to be in a car seat or booster.
- Learning how to properly install and use your child's car seat makes it more effective.
Tobacco Use in Students is on the Rise
October 29, 2020
Article at a Glance
- A survey of Utah students in grades 8, 10, and 12 showed the percentage of teens who tried e-cigarettes rose to 12 percent.
- The long-term effects of e-cigarettes have not been studied and there is no proof that they are safe.
- E-cigarettes may pave the way for a more serious addiction to cigarettes.
Childproofing the Garage, Storage Areas, and Yard
November 4, 2019
Article at-a-glance
- Potential dangers are not just inside the house but in the surrounding storage and outdoor areas as well.
- Tools, chemicals, fertilizers, and fuels are all hazards in the garage that should be safely stored away.
- Outdoor areas are the leading cause of accidental drownings, major burns, and falls.
Childproofing the Living Spaces and Laundry Room
October 29, 2019
Article at-a-glance
- Crawling around a room on your hands and knees is the best way to find potential hazards.
- Teaching caution about what children shouldn't touch is as important as ensuring there are not any safety issues in a room.
- Safeguards should always be in place for anything with water and electrical when childproofing your home.
Childproofing Your Bedrooms
October 16, 2019
Article at-a-glance
- Ensuring furniture and equipment meets safety standards is an important step for childproofing your child's room.
- Scanning your bedrooms for choking hazards and moving them out of reach can help protect your child.
- Securing medicine and firearms is an essential part of childproofing your home.
Childproofing the Kitchen and Bathroom
October 9, 2019
Article at-a-glance
- While the majority of childhood injuries happy at home, they can be prevented with a few simple steps.
- As your child hits new milestones, you will have to continually childproof your home, room by room.
- Start by childproofing the kitchen and bathroom(s) in your home.
How to Dress Your Baby in Winter
October 7, 2019
Article at-a-glance
- Cold winter months make it so babies need help regulating their body temperature.
- As a rule of thumb, dress your baby in the same number of layers you would wear plus one.
- Bulky outerwear can interfere with the proper fit of car seat restraints.
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