Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-20-2014 to 10-26-2014
Last updated on November 3rd, 2014 at 10:44 pm
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.
- Girl Shaves Head to Support 5-year-old Sister in Remission http://t.co/sDIkgnStfB 2014-10-26
- 40% of millennial moms open social media accounts for babies before 1st birthday http://t.co/FCqIOB2VDV 2014-10-25
- Emotional PSA Gives Disturbing Glimpse At Children Living With Parents Who Abuse Alcohol http://t.co/cLCI3J4v5z 2014-10-25
- Medication errors in children occur every eight minutes http://t.co/PB7FBqKXzo 2014-10-24
- Milk substitutes might not give kids enough vitamin D http://t.co/aZWhCObXwt 2014-10-24
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
7 People Every Parent Must Background Check http://t.co/ijyV8kIoXm
- The 6 Steps to Good Digital Parenting | Stephen Balkam http://t.co/dEF391wiec 2014-10-23
- Flathead health officials: Flu poses higher risk than Ebola http://t.co/HvEkrqOszZ Discussion focus is”Montana” but question really goes beyond 2014-10-23
- 6 Uncelebrated Milestones of Childhood http://t.co/2AyFJfIrSc 2014-10-23
- Ebola 101 for Worried Parents: Separating Fact From Fiction: http://t.co/kaMLH1SJdA 2014-10-23
- Apple and Yahoo Announce a Potential ‘Freeze’ on Parenthood http://t.co/IopYg6WTp0 Thoughts??? 2014-10-22
- Round-up: Study finds mentoring helps kids stay healthy, $16 million for UW foreign languages http://t.co/iff67n9vWW 2014-10-22
- Cyberbullying Prevention through Dance and the Spoken Word – Cyberbullying Research Center http://t.co/M2qTZIdd9h 2014-10-22
- The Most Popular Social Network for Young People? Texting http://t.co/y65MnSEZCI 2014-10-21
- Mobile Safety: There’s An App For That – New York Family Magazine http://t.co/xbf4RzjvCL 2014-10-21
- How Long Do Babies Carry Their Mother’s Immunity?: http://t.co/Mp4tiOjggI 2014-10-20
- Paris bans smoking in park playgrounds http://t.co/YcvfRg4Rox thoughts?? 2014-10-20
- Video of teen being punished for not respecting teacher is raising questions http://t.co/lwxVhCPOtW 2014-10-20
- The NDP child care plan gives parents hope, but the details are fuzzy http://t.co/oU0RIpAGH5 2014-10-20
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-13-2014 to 10-19-2014
Last updated on October 28th, 2014 at 10:11 am
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 10 events & stories.
- Natural Day – Love Yourself Before You Can Love Others http://t.co/cSbNiyJrRb Amazing journey! 2014-10-18
- 5 Rules I’m Setting for My Kids To Avoid Cyberbullying As They Enter the World of Social Media http://t.co/xjPwqvUE3O LOVE this! 2014-10-17
- Google Accounts for Kids? : Yoursphere for Parents – Helping Families Live Healthy Digital Lives http://t.co/n6gZQHj5YS 2014-10-17
- Go teal and make it a food-allergy safe Halloween http://t.co/YczWutjnj6 Great idea! 2014-10-17
- Family Volley: Best Tips for Parenting Teenagers – Part 1 http://t.co/0pEr3bnPff 2014-10-17
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Why Kids Sext – a story about how kids think about sexting
…and what parents and police should do about it. http://t.co/GtIZxNxLQB
- New study: cyberbullying more strongly linked to suicidal thoughts in kids than traditional bullying http://t.co/FqQ2dzq9m9 2014-10-17
- Overweight Children: Advice For Parents: http://t.co/Gbr6bytoTJ 2014-10-17
- Family Volley: Improving Family Communication-Does Your Family Like the Way You Communicate? Take a Test. http://t.co/2mgMrdatmd 2014-10-14
- Beyond Basics: Trick or Treat Tips from our EMS Safety Expert: http://t.co/iF9cZQSewF 2014-10-13
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 10-06-2014 to 10-12-2014
Last updated on October 22nd, 2014 at 08:47 pm
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 10 events & stories.
- Teaching Kids to Respect Other People’s Content in the Internet Age | A Platform for Good http://t.co/gOnjpNXld2 2014-10-10
- Halloween is Scary, But Food Allergies Don’t Have to Be: http://t.co/HIRSLFeZhX 2014-10-10
- What to Tell Your College Kid About Smoking, Alcohol & Drugs: http://t.co/znrY89l9Jm 2014-10-08
- Need for Services for Parents of Children with Autism http://t.co/fRXgiHXoui 2014-10-06
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Does the flu vaccine give you the flu? | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/LaLICTMBU
- Mandatory detention of children ‘abusive’, say Australian paediatricians http://t.co/wdT3X8looY 2014-10-06
- The Issue With Sexting Isn’t the Sex. It’s the Text. http://t.co/u1rhH5qGZn 2014-10-06
- ComputerCOP: The Dubious ‘Internet Safety Software’ That Hundreds of Police Agencies Have Distributed to Families http://t.co/nmU2vAVgNQ 2014-10-06
- Fire Safety & Water Safety: Can’t Schools Teach Both?: http://t.co/zGbuFvF2LP 2014-10-06
- Cyber-Supportive Communities Help #StopCyberbullying http://t.co/80DUge8L59 2014-10-06
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 09-29-2014 to 10-05-2014
Last updated on October 22nd, 2014 at 08:48 pm
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.
- American Academy of Pediatrics Now Recommends IUDs, Skin Implants Use for Teens :http://t.co/prmngJdHjd 2014-10-05
- Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic Use by Age 2 Associated with Obesity Risk – Children’s Hosp of Phil New Study http://t.co/Dni3ZzBvqv 2014-10-05
- Cyber-Supportive Communities Help #StopCyberbullying http://t.co/80DUge8L59 2014-10-05
- Why Bullying Is So Expensive http://t.co/S7ERcNQym0 the cost might just surprise you… 2014-10-05
- ADD / ADHD Medications: Are ADHD Drugs Right for You or Your Child? http://t.co/s4JJL44fza 2014-10-03
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
Innovative Urine Test Detects Pediatric Sleep Disorder Often Misdiagnosed as ADHD http://t.co/Re7wjjam3G
- Dear Abby: Grandparent’s medications kept under lock, key ensure kids’ safety http://t.co/o27zDMFwF8 Pls RT! 2014-10-03
- Distinguishing Bullying from Other Hurtful Behaviors – Cyberbullying Research Center http://t.co/DuJn7TWOfC via @suescheff 2014-10-03
- How to Prepare Your Kids for Natural Disasters | Emergency Management from EHS Today http://t.co/syGVqU7eII 2014-10-03
- Little Red Hoodie – An Internet Safety Fairytale for Kids http://t.co/lQWycTsdiX 2014-10-03
- How Much Exercise Should My Child Do? http://t.co/4wdKt4iuvI 2014-10-01
- United States Bullying Report Card 2014 | Moms Fight Back! http://t.co/H5ccGXN6WH See how your State stacks up! Tks @marykayhoal 2014-09-29
- Our Teens Go ‘Electronics-free’ (and Live to Tell About It) http://t.co/QPvYujoJDM Loved this! Tks @suescheff 2014-09-29
- 6 Week Parent Check-Up: 4 Areas Not to Miss for School Success: http://t.co/KcXXtkDPnu 2014-09-29
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 09-22-2014 to 09-28-2014
Last updated on October 13th, 2014 at 01:05 am
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.
- Spanking: A Child’s Perspective | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/ghjdfU8kCL seen through the eyes of a child…doesn’t get much better! 2014-09-26
- RESPECT: Makes young people safer online | wonderful post from SafeKids http://t.co/r2CSede5FL 2014-09-26
- Tomorrow – Sept 27th, DOLPHIN TALE 2 is Sensory Friendly!: http://t.co/vPo3AshlZA 2014-09-26
- Children as young as THREE now know how to access the web | http://t.co/PGWyEpQtfH parents be warned… 2014-09-25
- FDA approves Baxter’s hemophilia B drug Rixubis for pediatric use http://t.co/9ylScnm0zs 2014-09-24
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
What Should I Do If A Baby Is Choking? http://t.co/1wGeZwVFxy
- Another Reason For Kids to Cover Their Mouths: Increased Pediatric Stroke Risk (for kids otherwise at risk – just one more reason to be extra cautious) http://t.co/F6uRaFYTTn 2014-09-24
- IKEA recalls GUNGGUNG children’s swing, suspension fittings can break – falls have been reported http://t.co/UMoWg37vTz 2014-09-24
- Health care-associated infections decreased in pediatric, neonatal ICUs | Pediatrics http://t.co/zhfADaIDiY 2014-09-24
- Should Schools Be Responsible for Kids’ Health? http://t.co/NBXdd2oaiT Interesting article. What do you think?? 2014-09-23
- Exposure to 2nd-hand smoke during pregnancy or infancy affects a child’s health for years http://t.co/ADscMjETll 2014-09-23
- This State Now Grades Schools On Recess And Health http://t.co/bG4oq9Okt8 2014-09-23
- Martial Arts For Kids: Top 6 Health Benefits http://t.co/6sro3ldDvR I have personally seen kids learn self respect & respect for others 2014-09-22
- Texas homecoming queen gives crown to bullied friend http://t.co/O7WhAEgDJm Wonderful story – great way to start the week! 2014-09-22
- Rituals and Special Needs Kids: Stability in a Chaotic World: http://t.co/b8BWffKRnG 2014-09-22
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 09-15-2014 to 09-21-2014
Last updated on September 27th, 2014 at 10:37 pm
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.
- Children’s swings, television stands recalled for safety hazards | http://t.co/6MaMTszn4c 2014-09-20
- Consumer Reports: Top child safety seats http://t.co/y3gLmzdvcd 2014-09-20
- Study: Nine in 10 Parents Move Children from Booster Seat to Seat Belt Too Soon – http://t.co/VcJycRAsvf 2014-09-20
- New Child Care Regulations Are a Step in the Right Direction | Center for American Progress http://t.co/oF6BGbbPPJ 2014-09-20
- Is Your Teen #Vamping? http://t.co/zol8HH1hAN It can really impact their sleep 2014-09-20
PedSafe Child Health & Safety Headline of the Week:
These are the 12 drugs sending the most kids to the emergency room http://t.co/C4HRUsvShh
- Back to School: Cyberbullying and Digital Safety Tips: Yoursphere for Parents http://t.co/RufE0yryXX 2014-09-19
- Predators Pt 2: Grooming-How Pedophiles Enter Kids Lives http://t.co/OsjET3uDJ3 2014-09-19
- Social media boundaries: Should teachers and students be ‘friends’? http://t.co/CA9PGjfGPb Great question – great answers! 2014-09-18
- F.T.C. Fines Yelp and TinyCo for Violating Children’s Privacy Rules http://t.co/eQLZh87ncz Both must erase data collected on kids <13 YO 2014-09-18
- Texas Children’s improves patient care with data http://t.co/hJVbW7BsBL interesting…analytics lead to decreased ER visits 2014-09-18
- Child health compromised due to Ebola crisis in Liberia: UNICEF http://t.co/gDzhkp5qkp – not surprising, but very sad 2014-09-18
- Taylor Swift Makes Unprecedented Anti-Bullying Move On Instagram http://t.co/IULTQXzGMk PLS RT! 2014-09-18
- Peterson child abuse indictment highlights NFL’s violent culture | http://t.co/ARFVzjw2ZN 2014-09-17
- Extreme weather events: Do you know how to keep your child safe? | http://t.co/4ucDxJjmUz 2014-09-17
- Novo’s next-gen long-acting insulin for children with Type 1 diabetes clears an FDA hurdle http://t.co/fYdjxYYrnP 2014-09-17
- Why Does My Newborn Baby Need a Second Hearing Test?: http://t.co/mmbMHwZvMH 2014-09-17
- Age Restrictions, Social Media, Apps and Parenting | Sue Scheff Blog http://t.co/jAIwrA1fRw 2014-09-15
- Avoid Tooth Decay Risks in Your Child’s Lunchbox http://t.co/4VjBO83jDu 2014-09-15
