It might be a myth that you can fry an egg on a hot sidewalk, but it’s a fact that you can burn your skin on one — and seniors and kids are most at-risk. Take these precautions to prevent thermal burns.
Tag: child safety
5 Myths About Hot Car Dangers, Debunked
Every year, children die after being left in the car on a hot day— even just for a few minutes. There are some misconceptions about this issue. Learn the truth and find practical tips to keep your kids safe.
How to Pick the Best Bicycle Helmet for Your Child
Wearing a helmet can reduce your child’s risk of head injury by as much as 85%. Our pediatrician offers tips for choosing the best one — and for getting your pint-sized biker to wear it!
Avoid These 8 Bath Time Hazards to Keep Your Child Safe in the Tub
Bath time can be fun, but a pediatrician offers a few words of caution about toys, sponges, bubbles and slippery surfaces.
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Serious Injury From Carriers, Cribs and Strollers On the Rise
It’s important to check all products for recalls, read all of the instructions and take the safety advice seriously.
Parents: 15 Simple Winter Safety Tips for Kids
Winter can bring lots of family fun — whether this involves sledding and romping around in the snow or just hanging around together at home. Here are a few ideas for parents to keep their kids warm, healthy and safe during winter.
7 Tips for Keeping Your Child Safe in a High Chair
You’d think a high chair would be safe for your child. But the findings recent research show an alarming increase in the number of high chair and booster seat injuries. Find expert tips to keep your child safe.
How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online — From Toddlers to Teens
As parents, you want your kids to know their way around technology, but you also worry about online safety. Find these tips from a pediatrician about this, tailored to kids under age 10 and over age 15.
What to Do If Your Child Eats Toys, Magnets or Batteries
Infants and young children will eat the strangest things. Serve them a nutritious meal, and they’ll fight you. They’ll be happy to indulge, however, on a shiny coin, small battery or colorful toy. Find a list of commonly ingested objects, as well as advice for parents on what to do.
Why Your Child’s Puffy Coat, Car Seat Are a Dangerous Combination
It’s important to keep your little ones all bundled up in the cold, but that warm coat can get in the way of protecting your children in a car crash.
