child safety – Health Essentials from Cleveland Clinic

June 12, 2020 / Infectious Disease

Should You Put Masks or Cloth Face Coverings on Infants?

We know kids 2 and older should wear masks, especially when social distancing can’t be practiced. But how do we protect infants? Learn what you can do from a pediatric infectious diseases physician.

May 5, 2020 / Brain & Spine

10 Things Parents Should Know About Children and Concussions

Learn 10 things parents should know about concussions in children, including concussion symptoms and which youth sports have the most concussions.

May 4, 2020 / Pediatrics

Household Cleaning Products Can Be Dangerous to Kids (and Here’s How to Use Them Safely)

Calls to poison control centers regarding household cleaners and disinfectants are up 20% since COVID-19 started in the U.S. Here’s how to use them safely and keep your kids safe.

April 28, 2020 / Pediatrics

Childhood Trauma’s Lasting Effects on Mental and Physical Health

Traumatic events in childhood can increase the risk of physical and mental health problems in adulthood. But you can take steps to help children recover.

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February 11, 2020 / Family Medicine

Frostbite Can Happen in Minutes

Frostbite can develop sooner than you may think. All it takes is 10 minutes in -10 F. And it takes even less time to develop the early stage of frostbite, called frostnip.

August 9, 2019 / Family Medicine

Ooh! Ouch! That Scorching Hot Pavement Can Actually Burn Your Skin

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.

July 30, 2019 / Pediatrics

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.

July 1, 2019 / Pediatrics

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!