While safety around water is always important, swimming and recreational fun in or near open water areas such as ponds, lakes and oceans pose different threats and challenges that can turn fun into injury or loss of life quickly. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury […]
Keeping it cool in the pool
Planning to head to the pool this week or set up a portable pool in the yard? Nothing says summer like warm temps and cool pools. Refresh your knowledge of pool safety and pledge to be vigilant. “Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 years old and the second-leading […]
Akron Children’s tackles childhood’s biggest threat
And no, it’s not childhood cancer. The biggest threat of childhood is unintentional injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 9.2 million people ages 0-19 are treated in emergency departments for nonfatal injuries. There’s a lot we can do to prevent accidents and injuries. Keeping Childhood Alive by Saying […]
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