Prevent Child Injury
@PreventChildInj
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A national group of organizations and individuals working together to prevent child and adolescent injury, the leading cause of death for American youth.
Joined May 2013
Get off my lawn! The lawn is a dangerous place to be when it’s being mowed, so send kids inside with another adult or to the backyard if you are mowing the front yard (and vice versa). When you're done, put the mower away so it can cool down out of the reach of children.
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Sparklers and other small fireworks might seem like good ol' traditional Fourth of July fun, but thousands of kids suffer serious burns from sparklers. Choose safer alternatives like glow sticks, bubbles, noisemakers, and silly string.
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Summer camp is great for kids to grow, explore, and test boundaries. Keep them out and playing:.>Send them with sturdy, closed-toe shoes like sneakers or boots. >Remind them to find an adult if an injury happens. The sooner they get help, the sooner they can return to the fun.
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It’s no fun to be scratching while everyone else is out playing and having fun at camp. Teach your child to recognize and avoid plants like poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac and to tell an adult if any itchy spots show up on their skin.
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Keep everyone *cool* under the sun and protected from its harmful rays with a shade tent or umbrella. Babies, small children, and older adults can't handle heat as well as younger adults, so shade can also help them stay at a safer temperature even on hot days.
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RT @HIPRC: A 13-year-old is recovering after a serious e-bike crash. His helmet made all the difference.🧠🚲🛴. @UWMedicine spoke with the loc….
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Guns are now the leading cause of death for kids in the U.S. Protect your children and everyone in the home: ask about #FirearmSafety when you’re setting up visits with family, friends, and caregivers.
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As we close out May, shout out to our spotlight, Bike & Roll to School Day! This year's event saw more than 2,200 activities focused on safer biking, walking, and rolling to school. See photos and get ready for October's Walk/Roll Day : @walkrollschool
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Rules for Safer Sun Habits:.1. Everyone applies broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen 30 mins before going out, even on cloudy days. 2. Reapply every 2 hrs and after swimming/sweating. 3. Remember all skin tones need protection!
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Button batteries are found in homes everywhere, but they can be deadly if swallowed. These tiny power sources can burn through tissue in just 2 hours. Keep button and coin batteries up and away from children. #ButtonBatterySafety
Q7: What can parents do to reduce the risk of their child getting hurt from a button battery? #ButtonBatterySafety
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🚑 Swallowing a button battery is an emergency. If you think your child swallowed a button battery, act fast. #ButtonBatterySafety.✅ Go to the ED immediately.✅ For kids 12+ months: give honey while on the way.📞 Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 for expert guidance.
Q5: What should families do if they see or suspect their child has swallowed a button battery? #ButtonBatterySafety
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Where are button batteries in your home? Look for #ButtonBatterySafety risks in items like these:.● Remotes and key fobs.● Flameless candles.● Hearing aids.● Tracking devices.● Kitchen and bathroom scales.● Toys and electronics
Q1: What are button batteries? What common toys and household items contain button batteries? #ButtonBatterySafety
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Prevent Child Injury is an international coalition of people dedicated to the safety of children. #ButtonBatterySafety.
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RT @T4CIP_: Welcome to today’s #ButtonBatterySafety X chat. We are going to be talking about what can happen when children swallow button….
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RT @USCPSC: Button cell or coin batteries are associated with thousands emergency department visits every year. Register to this webinar t….
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🚑 Swallowing a button battery is an emergency. If you think your child swallowed a button.battery, act fast. #ButtonBatterySafety.✅ Go to the ED immediately.✅ For kids 12+ months: give honey while on the way.📞 Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 for expert guidance
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Open water is more challenging to swim in than pools: rocks, currents, and waves are just a few of the extra hazards to navigate . Before you let your kids dive in, choose your spot carefully. Swim in an area with a lifeguard if you can, and follow any instructions immediately.
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RT @T4CIP_: Join @T4CIP_ and @PreventChildInj for our upcoming #ButtonBatterySafety webinar, May 21, 1-2 p.m. ET.! Hear from experts @KrisJ….
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RT @T4CIP_: Join us here for a #ButtonBatterySafety Day of Action X chat, May 21, 11 a.m.-noon ET. Join in by using #ButtonBatterySafety an….
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RT @HIPRC: Bike safety starts at the top — with a helmet.🧠. ➡️Swipe through for quick tips on helmet fit, safe routes & injury prevention.….
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