More Than 3 Million ‘Calico Critters’ Toys Recalled After Choking Deaths to 2 Kids
THURSDAY, March 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Calico Critters animal figures and sets that were sold with bottle and pacifier accessories are being recalled due to a choking hazard.Epoch Everlasting Play has recalled more than 3.2 million of the toys, t…
Learn More‘Childproof Your Weed’: Protecting Your Kids From Edibles
SUNDAY, March 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — With cannabis poisoning soaring among U.S. children, an expert from Children’s Hospital Los Angeles offers tips for keeping kids safe from so-called “edibles.” “The best way to keep your kids safe from marijua…
Learn MoreGearing Up for Kids’ Sports Season? Put Safety First
SATURDAY, March 4, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Playing sports can be good for kids of all abilities.A leading medical organization offers some tips for getting children involved, while helping keep them safe and injury-free.“We encourage children to play…
Learn MoreEl motivo de que los fideos instantáneos sean un peligro para sus hijos
JUEVES, 16 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — El ramen es un peligro. Un tazón hirviente de fideos instantáneos es una importante causa de lesiones por escaldaduras en los niños, informan los investigadores.Un nuevo estudio que examinó las admisio…
Learn MoreWhy Instant Noodles Are a Danger to Your Kids
THURSDAY, Feb. 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Ramen danger: A steaming cup of instant noodles is a big cause of scald injuries in children, researchers report.A new study that examined pediatric admissions at University of Chicago Medicine for burn inju…
Learn MoreRacial Disparities Seen in Suspected Child Abuse Cases
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Black children with traumatic injuries are overreported as suspected victims of child abuse, according to a study published in the February issue of the Journal of Pediatric Surgery.Modupeola Diyaolu, M.D.,…
Learn MoreEste Supertazón, mantenga las manos pequeñas lejos de los grandes televisores
VIERNES, 10 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — ¿Va a ver el gran partido en un gran televisor? Si hay niños pequeños cerca, esté pendiente de la seguridad.Siete de cada 10 incidentes letales en que se vuelca mobiliario en niños implica un televiso…
Learn MoreThis Super Bowl, Keep Little Hands From Tip-Over TVs
FRIDAY, Feb. 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Watching the big game on a big TV? Keep safety in mind if young children are around.Seven of 10 fatal furniture tip-over incidents in children involve a falling television, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com…
Learn MoreMost Children Exposed to Makeup, Body Products for Play
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Seven in 10 children use children’s makeup and body products (e.g., lip gloss, glitter, face paint), according to a study published online Jan. 24 in the International Journal of Environmental Research and P…
Learn More¿El descanso de verdad es lo mejor para un niño tras una conmoción?
LUNES, 23 de enero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cuando los niños sufren una conmoción cerebral, un extenso periodo de descanso en casa siempre es el mejor curso, ¿no? Quizá no.De hecho, un nuevo estudio sugiere que, a pesar de lo que muchas personas po…
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