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Accidents are a leading cause of death for children. From car accidents and shootings to falls, these headline-making accident stories are good examples of just how common childhood accidents can be, and are good reminders of how to prevent common accidents.
Accidents - Accidents and Tragedies
Accidents are a leading cause of death for children. From car accidents to falls, these recent accident stories from the news are a good example of just how common childhood accidents can be and are a good reminder of how to prevent common accidents.
Gun and Shooting Accidents
To protect children from gun and shooting accidents, the typical gun safety advice that you will get from your pediatrician includes that you keep your guns locked, unloaded and store your ammunition in a separate, locked area.
Lawn Mower Accidents
The frequency of lawn mower accidents highlights how important it is to keep lawn mower safety in mind, especially if you have kids, and how important it is to keep young children away from lawn mowers.
ATV Accidents - ATVs for Kids
ATV accidents aren't rare. Unfortunately, many factors override a parent's instinct about the dangers of ATVs for kids and make ATVs a good candidate for a hidden danger.
Hot Car Accidents and Tragedies
About 40 kids die each year in hot cars, either because they are forgotten in their car seat, are left in a car by a parent, or when kids get into a car on their own and can't get out. Learn about hot car tragedies so you can better avoid them.
Drownings and Near-Drowning Accidents
Drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental death in all age groups, especially young children.
Falls - Accidental Falls
Although falls out of windows get the most attention, reviewing stories of all of these recent accidental falls will hopefully reinforce the importance of protecting your kids and childproofing your home.
Lawn Mower Accidents
The frequency of lawn mower accidents highlights how important it is to keep lawn mower safety in mind, especially if you have kids, and how important it is to keep young children away from lawn mowers.
