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Safety

Strategies for preventing children’s heat injuries and deaths

Hot cars, stuffy strollers: Smart steps for parents to remember during hot weather.

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Wellness

Protect your eyes from the bright summer sunshine

Here's what you need to know when picking out sunglasses to protect your eyes this summer.

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Safety

ATV riders: Strap on a helmet like you wear a seat belt in a car

ATV accidents jump as weather gets warm, and children are more prone to injuries. Here's why.

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Family

Button battery safety for kids

Button batteries are found in many popular toys and household items, but they are dangerous — even deadly — if swallowed. Keep your kids safe with these tips.

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Family

Smart picks for holiday toy gift-giving

Make sure to follow age recommendations for holiday toys and avoid these items while shopping for kids.

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Wellness

July 4th: Eye experts warn of dangers of fireworks, sparklers

Bottle rockets, firecrackers and sparklers cause common injuries among July 4th fireworks.

Family

When to take your child to the hospital for flu and cold symptoms

Pediatric experts give advice on when it's best to go to a walk-in clinic instead of the emergency room.

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Family

Parechovirus: What parents should know

With a cluster of infants getting sick from the reemerging virus, here are some important…

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Family

Marijuana edibles causing a rise in THC poisoning for children

Because the edibles look and taste like candy, some children have ended up in intensive…

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