Summer Safety for Kids

When the Heat Rises, So Do the Risks: Summer Safety for Kids

By Dr. Sadiqa Kendi

I can imagine the fear when a 4-year-old seemingly vanished from a family picnic.

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Keeping Kids Safe in Open Water

By Ali Flury
May 22, 2018
A mother and daughter at the beach.

Safe Kids Worldwide releases a new report on childhood drownings that occur in lakes, rivers, oceans and other types of open water and offers tips and tools to keep kids safe.

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The Five Hidden Hazards of Open Water

By Editor
May 22, 2018
A smiling teen going for a swim.

Swimming in lakes, rivers, ponds and oceans poses a whole new level of risk to children.  Here are five hidden hazards you need to know about to stay safe.

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Ask an Expert: How do I know if my kids are ready to swim in the ocean?

By Ali Flury
May 22, 2018
A father and son at the beach.

An expert from Safe Kids offers advice to parents who want to make sure that kids and teens swim safely in open water.

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Winner of 2018 America’s Favorite Crossing Guard Contest “Overwhelmed”

By Editor
May 4, 2018
Bob Rost is America’s Favorite Crossing Guard 2018

Safe Kids and FedEx announce County Sherriff Rob Rost as the winner of the 2018 America’s Favorite Crossing Guard Contest.

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Is There Such A Thing As Dry Drowning?

By Editor
May 4, 2018
A young boy drying off after the pool.

Safety experts say “dry drowning” is a myth.  Here’s what you need to know about real drowning dangers.

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ASK AN EXPERT: Balancing Safety and Fun on Playgrounds

By Ali Flury
April 20, 2018
A mother keeps a close eye on her baby at the playground.

Our Ask the Expert column helps parents find the right balance between safety and fun on the playground.

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Becoming a Child Passenger Safety Technician

By Editor
March 29, 2018
Three Safe Kids employees become CPST certified.

A Safe Kids staff member looks back on a decision she should have made years ago. 

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ASK AN EXPERT: Keeping Medicine Up and Away

By Emily Samuel
March 23, 2018
Medical professional talking to mom and kid

Safe Kids expert answers your questions about medicine. 

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6th Graders Rally to Stop Speeding in School Zones

By Editor
March 20, 2018
A school zone sign.

Here’s an example of creativity and energy from our youngest safety advocates.

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How to Keep Kids Safe Around Medicine

By Emily Samuel
March 15, 2018
Medication being stored up and away in a top cabinet.

When it comes to keeping kids safe around medicine, parents and caregivers are the first line of defense. But while most parents say they know how important it is to store medicine out of reach and sight, they aren’t always doing so. 

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