Seasonal Allergies

Seasonal Allergies

Information adapted from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and American Academy of Pediatrics websites. Seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) affect many children, especially this time of year. If your children experience allergies, they may...
Fire/Burn Safety

Fire/Burn Safety

According to www.firesafety.gov, someone died in a fire in the U.S. every 162 minutes, and someone was injured every 32 minutes, in 2006. Children 4 and under are at increased risk of fire related injury and death.   When a fire starts, occupants often only...
Summer Safety

Summer Safety

Summer brings about the time of year when concerns surface regarding many outdoor activities.  Here is a list of articles about some of those topics. July 4th With the July 4th holiday here are some important reminders. Leave Fireworks to the the pros....
Sun Safety and Insect Repellent

Sun Safety and Insect Repellent

Sun Safety Melanoma is the seventh most frequent cancer in the US. Sunburns in childhood increase a person’s risk of this deadly disease. It is estimated that 80% of a person’s lifetime of sun exposure occurs before the age of 18. We can help decrease this...
Water Safety

Water Safety

Drowning is an all too common cause of death and injury to children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, drowning is the leading cause of death in children 12-23 months, and the second leading cause of death for children 1 –19 years of age.The...