Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 11-14-2016 to 11-20-2016
Last updated on November 28th, 2016 at 08:14 pm
In this week’s Children’s Safety News: Keeping kids safe from hazardous toys during the holidays http://cnn.it/2fzBkex
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 15 events & stories.
- Toxic stress (prolonged exposure to) poverty, violence, pain alter kids’ brains http://on.freep.com/2gfOoqo 2016-11-18
- A Parent’s Guide to Managing Childhood Asthma (Infographic) https://t.co/NU7G00mKbk 2016-11-18
- 3 Ways to Be a Terrific Role Model for Your Kids https://t.co/uD9bzTAXxs 2016-11-17
- Sync with Your Spouse on Discipline Style https://t.co/TnHCx3JOOu 2016-11-17
- Latest Insurance Institute for Hwy Safety booster seat ratings show best – and worst – for car safety http://bit.ly/2gaS23F
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Depression rates for teen girls spikes in an age of cyber bullying https://t.co/xj7xV3pgDx
- Bystander CPR Improves Survival, Neurological Outcomes in U.S. Children Suffering Cardiac Arrests https://t.co/fxm0LKSvlh 2016-11-17
- Nature and Nurture: The Origins of Compassion https://t.co/0E33vuxbMo 2016-11-16
- 10 Ways To Get Active With Your Kids…And Make It Fun! https://t.co/gUzXIK0zIQ 2016-11-16
- Can VR Headsets Affect Your Child’s Health? http://bit.ly/2flF0mn 2016-11-16
- Mom creates ‘Make America Kind Again’ signs to promote unity in election strife https://t.co/7aRcsJ8IbH 2016-11-15
- Eating Family Dinner In Front Of The TV Linked To Less Healthy Meals https://t.co/cXrnuRrvri 2016-11-14
- How Much Homework is Healthy: a Pediatrician’s Perspective https://t.co/wV5O0XjkGj 2016-11-14
- AMC Will Have Dr Strange Sensory Friendly Tomorrow Evening https://t.co/BKOFyH1IFi 2016-11-14
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 11-07-2016 to 11-13-2016
Last updated on November 21st, 2016 at 02:02 am
In this week’s Children’s Health News: CDC Finds Alarming Rise in STDs Among College-Age Youths http://bit.ly/2fAAqyP
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 15 events & stories.
- Love BigBird on World Kindness Day https://t.co/GVu4QBgJZq 2016-11-13
- Nominate America’s Favorite Crossing Guard https://t.co/qI4AurM7yY 2016-11-13
- Teaching Kids To Love Themselves To Love Others – Teaching Empathy http://dlvr.it/MfLP9x 2016-11-12
- 10 Things You Need To Teach Your Girls About Puberty https://t.co/cPIaEDk7J3 2016-11-12
- Are We Often Oblivious About Obesity? https://t.co/V9dDtj6qKj 2016-11-12
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Childhood obesity linked to irregular sleep and skipping breakfast https://t.co/RBMpKpBBjd
- See a Sensory Friendly Screening of Trolls Tomorrow at AMC https://t.co/rhn0yCuZHM 2016-11-11
- Surprising study finds possible culprit in preterm births http://fxn.ws/2gbXXJY 2016-11-10
- 6 Reasons to Buy Your Kid a Fitness Tracker https://t.co/c94CtaEb7b 2016-11-09
- New Research into the Impact of Digital Media on Homework https://t.co/IixdmJWCcc 2016-11-09
- Did You Know You Can Impact How Fast Your Child Learns? https://t.co/p0DFqUlUM9 2016-11-08
- Exercise During Pregnancy May Benefit Kids’ Long-Term Health http://bit.ly/2eUUni5 2016-11-07
- What would you do? If you suspect a child is neglected or abused.. https://t.co/twI12SNx21 2016-11-07
- Holiday Decorations & Kids: Hidden Dangers You Need to Avoid https://t.co/HKLzEuwjQe 2016-11-07
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-31-2016 to 11-06-2016
Last updated on November 9th, 2016 at 11:41 pm
In this week’s Children’s Health News: The effects of Zika on babies’ brains go beyond microcephaly, report finds https://t.co/aF4UN0hNgv
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 events & stories.
- 70 per cent of pregnant women in UAE risk health issues due to vitamin D deficiency: study https://t.co/c0ENUB7GSY 2016-11-06
- Parents up in arms about UK anti-obesity policies, but 1 in 5 kids leaves primary school obese… https://t.co/LixiYSwqM8 2016-11-06
- 5 Ways to Set High Expectations for School Success https://t.co/AFeQzjIam4 2016-11-06
- Is it OK to Let My Kids Eat Vegetarian or Vegan? https://t.co/PpXMSbummx 2016-11-06
- Gun safety with children in the home – includes video showing safe gun storage https://t.co/DB7EpeTS3T 2016-11-06
- Fourth child death associated with Ikea recall of 29 million chests, dressers https://t.co/imXeSrTfYu 2016-11-06
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
In 2014, for the first time, suicides among kids age 10-14 surpassed traffic accidents as a cause of death https://t.co/QtezqPdBsz
- Childcare Costs More Than College And Parents Are Drowning https://t.co/gaKB3JtwMP 2016-11-05
- PG-13 Reporters – kid press corps – are Covering an R-Rated Election https://t.co/EaZcNYisom 2016-11-04
- 2014: For the first time, suicides among kids age 10-14 surpassed traffic accidents as a cause of death! https://t.co/QtezqPdBsz 2016-11-04
- New video trains emergency responders to recognize child abuse https://t.co/PzVgZQ1tlm 2016-11-04
- Election 2016: Are Our Fears Becoming Our Kids’ Phobias? https://t.co/ZPEBmXKPzu 2016-11-04
- Nov 6th Toys R Us Stores across the UK Offering Quiet Shopping Hour For Kids With Autism https://t.co/aAQcGRvpGL 2016-11-03
- 300 Million Children Breathe Highly Toxic Air with Life-Long Consequences, Unicef Reports https://t.co/IzZlnU9Wq3 2016-11-02
- Supporting Friends or Relatives with Eating Disorders https://t.co/gZTIS1iPjR 2016-11-02
- 11-year-old brain cancer survivor committed suicide over non-stop bullying https://t.co/uiMigfOLtv 2016-11-01
- 5 Clever Ways to Deal With Leftover Halloween Candy https://t.co/Bp110pLkPq 2016-11-01
- These 4 things made all the difference when it was time to give birth https://t.co/WthTF318NW 2016-11-01
- Tweens and teens around the world are falling prey to an online criminal epidemic — online enticement (sextortion)… https://t.co/hjUJwaKsRf 2016-10-31
- Halloween, Kids and Pets …Ensure a Fun Holiday For All: Part II https://t.co/lDvMhPAZwB 2016-10-31
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-24-2016 to 10-30-2016
Last updated on November 9th, 2016 at 11:42 pm
In this week’s Children’s Safety News: Pediatrics Academy Issues Updated Infant Safe Sleep Guidelines https://t.co/eQmsYuSVTX
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 events & stories.
- Doctors reach surprising conclusion in treating kids’ migraines https://t.co/727a8WNlOG 2016-10-30
- 12 Words That Still Mean ‘Added Sugars’ https://t.co/LcKP1Lc4Uj 2016-10-30
- Halloween Safety Tips for Parents https://t.co/Y6TEfVOnvD 2016-10-29
- Brain Development Activities for Baby and Dad https://t.co/QOVxqkylf4 2016-10-29
- Child Notices Classmate Has No Lunch, Packs An Extra One For Months https://t.co/qhwNHeEi6M 2016-10-28
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
AAP Issues New Guidelines for Children’s Exposure to Digital Media https://t.co/U5FadoLwPT
- 7 Ways to Help Your Child With Depression Succeed in School https://t.co/yvMVV7WjNn 2016-10-28
- 17 Tips to Steer Kids of All Ages Through the Political Season https://t.co/XeEutojCX1 2016-10-28
- Bullying Prevention Awareness: A Time for Learning About Tolerance https://t.co/PKTK3Zxu9k 2016-10-28
- Guided Play Means a Chance to Return to Your Childhood https://t.co/94UsNsVAUA 2016-10-28
- Study shows physicians in pediatric ICUs do not use newest guidelines to diagnose Acute Kidney Injuries in children http://bit.ly/2f1R4cV 2016-10-27
- Halloween Tips to Avoid Meltdowns https://t.co/b9V8ltc6eQ 2016-10-27
- Dangers of Opioid Pain Medication for Teens https://t.co/1fvUKc811o 2016-10-26
- Tell Your Teen: “Stop Smoking…Start Shopping” https://t.co/8pw35oFs59 2016-10-26
- Did you know only 4% elementary, 8% middle & 2% high schools in the U.S. have daily physical activity? https://t.co/RKBbcVcwjb 2016-10-25
- How fossil fuel (coal, oil and gas) use threatens kids’ health http://bit.ly/2e68m46 2016-10-25
- Setting Expectations with ALL Kids – Not Just Special Needs https://t.co/t6BfTbLeXS 2016-10-25
- Is Your Teen Being Cyberbullied? Here’s How to Respond https://t.co/UQDwu4QMtz 2016-10-24
- Jack Reacher: Never Go Back is Sensory Friendly Tomorrow at AMC https://t.co/Y2GWj9JSv9 2016-10-24
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-17-2016 to 10-23-2016
Last updated on October 27th, 2016 at 11:03 am
In this week’s Children’s Safety News: Batman’ Is Chasing Down Creepy Clowns To Help Kids Rest Easier https://t.co/Ug0ZBW8Xti Nice! Thanks Batman!
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 15 events & stories.
- State safety laws key to saving kids’ lives in car crashes – but follow safety guidelines – don’t wait for laws… https://t.co/QClVCiNfmw 2016-10-23
- One mom sees the bright side in the noisy middle school bottle-flipping trend https://t.co/MJUF4BBaej 2016-10-23
- How Drinking Water Can Soothe Your Child’s Anxiety https://t.co/yvIZWmzIBB 2016-10-23
- Teens & Drugs: Part 3 https://t.co/ejudFjiGWz Hope & Life Saving Antidotes for Teen Drug Addicts https://t.co/DTfGYD5hwX 2016-10-21
- Meditation Tips as Stress Relief for Teens and Young Adults https://t.co/ejSozROpPU 2016-10-21
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
I’m proud to support the Dove SpeakBeautiful Squad to help girls combat negativity on social media! Dove Self Esteem Project https://t.co/l8T9nKI1rA
- Congrats to 11 U.S. high schools just awarded $5K+ in InOneInstant.org prizes for prevention of impaired & distracted driving! 2016-10-20
- Is Thirteen Too Old for a Pediatrician? -Thurs Time Capsule: 11/11 https://t.co/iOYOn6d7CB 2016-10-20
- What to Expect with Puberty, for Boys https://t.co/vSReM2wrn7 2016-10-19
- 7 Questions Parents Ask About Lead in School Water https://t.co/ft3LHJRm9F 2016-10-18
- Spanking: The family tradition that doesn’t need to continue https://t.co/ZS3Vbd09bU 2016-10-18
- Teachers, Staff Save Creekland Student’s Life https://t.co/cqMm26sXrW Wonderful use of CPR & a defibrillator to save kid’s lives 2016-10-18
- Understanding the Root Causes of Bullying w pediatric psychologist Lynne Kenney https://t.co/UzRlDbh278 2016-10-18
- 6 Ways to Help Ease Your “Clingy” Child’s Anxiety https://t.co/seOsQfOZUi 2016-10-17
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-10-2016 to 10-16-2016
Last updated on October 24th, 2016 at 03:58 am
In this week’s Children’s Safety News: Why Teens Are Drawn to Social Media Challenges and Dares https://t.co/7VCPgEKzas
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world. Each day we use Twitter and Facebook to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues not on Twitter or FB (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 events & stories.
- How to Teach Cultural Diversity in Schools https://t.co/d9m63TAliJ 2016-10-16
- Bad news on Day of the Girl: There are 31 other countries where it’s better to be a girl than in the U.S. https://t.co/J4ENBILGyE 2016-10-16
- How to Talk to Your Kids About Hurricane Matthew and Other Natural Disasters – Ask Doctor G https://t.co/mt9H9HX1C5 2016-10-15
- 11 Allergen-Free After School Snacks to Enjoy https://t.co/yZq1fJ0O07 2016-10-14
- Connecting with Kids: The Way to Win Their Hearts https://t.co/LfjgJ12QAc 2016-10-14
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Why Prosecuting a Teen Girl for Sexting Is Absurd https://t.co/g1xp7lTKfH
This 14 year old could become a registered sex offender for a “suggestive” picture
- Confessions of (Wayward) Food Allergy Parents https://t.co/J9Nc6qr2tl 2016-10-14
- How to Spot Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Kids & Teens https://t.co/g4Ar4EnBNK 2016-10-13
- Giving Kids Choices: The Parent’s Guide https://t.co/Hpg1LMvR7J 2016-10-13
- Your Kids, Strep and Strep Throat -Thurs Time Capsule: 10/10 https://t.co/l7cEgwbwUv 2016-10-13
- 6 Types of Bullying Parents Should Know About https://t.co/vbeqovo3R7 2016-10-13
- How To Support Your Kids After A Burglary | Huffington Post https://t.co/zztyioaSAy 2016-10-12
- WebMD: Acute Flaccid Myelitis Cases Rising in Kids: FAQ https://t.co/lVQ4gMjOzm 2016-10-12
- What to Expect with Puberty, for Girls https://t.co/5gGVXm7P0g 2016-10-12
- FluMist is out, so here’s how to make this year’s shot easier on your kids https://t.co/553FLMsDku 2016-10-11
- ‘Virtual Kidnapping’ Scam Targeting Parents For Ransom https://t.co/9ZcZP5plpT 2016-10-11
- 9 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe on Vacation Overseas https://t.co/jCP2poItVZ 2016-10-10
- Be Wise about Your Teen’s Wisdom Teeth https://t.co/Vdx6zbU9fj 2016-10-10
- The Girl on the Train is Sensory Friendly at AMC Tomorrow https://t.co/faxuRFeuzX 2016-10-10
