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… Crib Safety On this page: Overview Overview … 6 cm (2.375 in.) of space between slats. This prevents a child's head from becoming trapped. No cutout designs or … if there is an otherwise solid headboard or footboard. A child's head, hands, arms, or legs can get stuck. No corner …
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… Baby safety Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Babies are … safety, birth to 2 years Safe chairs for baby's first yea r Child safety: Strollers and shopping carts Child car seats … grab and place in their mouths. Choking rescue for babies Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child …
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… Playground Safety On this page: Overview Overview … injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that have … Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other …
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… Vaccine Safety On this page: Overview … far greater than the risk from the vaccine. For example, 1 child in a group of 20 unvaccinated children may die from diphtheria disease. But only 1 child …
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… Chili Pepper Burns On this page: Overview Overview Chili pepper burns are caused by an irritating substance found in the … hands in vegetable oil for the hour. Burns and Electric Shock Current as of: March 22, …
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… (first-, second-, third-, or fourth-degree). First-degree burns are burns of the first layer of skin Second-degree burns . There are two types of second-degree burns: …
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… surface area. Estimating burn size in babies and young children See a picture of the "rule of nines" for babies and young children . The front and back of the head and neck are 21% … the size of the burn with your doctor. Burns and Electric Shock Current as of: March 22, …
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… by electricity, there is cause for concern. Electrical burns may look minor at first. But the burn may be more … electrical current are damaged. All the damage from these burns might not be seen for up to 10 days after the burn. There might be burns where the electrical current enters the body and also …
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… Preventing Choking On this page: Overview Related … thoroughly. Do not give popcorn, nuts, or hard candy to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and grapes …
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… Water safety for toddlers Last updated July 18, 2019 Playing in … keep them safe. Drowning is a leading cause of death among children between the ages of 12 months and 48 months. It … resources Your toddler: Safe ways to explore Child safety: Preventing drowning Safety tips for swimmers … Water safety …
