Child Health Safety News Roundup: 07-30-2012 to 08-05-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:47 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- How to build a positive body image in your child | Fox News http://t.co/H1PZeu9E 2012-08-04
- Study Finds Link Between Kidney Disease and Cardiovascular Risk in Children http://t.co/4HNVwOdq 2012-08-04
- Whooping cough cases on rise in 8 metro Atlanta counties http://t.co/YJFvgBH9 2012-08-04
- As of 8/2: New Arizona Child Booster Seat Law http://t.co/ywejwGul children younger than 8 YO or < 4′ 9″ tall must be in safety seat 2012-08-03
- Parents find ‘large’ better than ‘obese’ http://t.co/WYlgoIQO if parents feel ostracized, less likely to follow dr recommendations 2012-08-03
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
25 Tips to Keep Kids Safe from Abductors http://t.co/IndSyrRI
- Keep Your Kids Safe this Summer: Beware of Dogs and Avoid Dangerous Situations http://t.co/6ddMLqq0 2012-08-03
- Answering Little Ones’ Questions about Tragedies: http://t.co/QTpa0kfX 2012-08-01
- The Stress-free Method to Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth http://t.co/FbTw0S4E 2012-08-01
- Number of children in foster care drops for 6th straight year, to 400,000, despite hard times http://t.co/WtmUaZIa 2012-08-01
- Aftermarket Devices to Prevent Child Heat Deaths Unreliable, NHTSA Says http://t.co/hjxUQe6n don’t rely on them 100% 2012-07-31
- Psych or emotional maltreatment may be the most prevalent form of child abuse but it’s falling under the radar http://t.co/4ebs9wrQ 2012-07-31
- Little Space Heroes Offers Safe Story-Driven Adventures http://t.co/fnOOEK6g 2012-07-31
- Will California Pass GMO Label Measure? | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/a5OKbQGu Personally I hope so 2012-07-31
- A 3 year old can open a gun safe without much effort http://t.co/BbeYuM2d don’t know about you but scares the heck out of me! 2012-07-31
- Fight child obesity w/ @healthy_child & win a freshvending machine for your child’s school! Submit your stories: http://t.co/tJtTZgCP 2012-07-30
- Minn. to extend health coverage to 16,000 children http://t.co/4ZRKLw53 Nice way to start the week 🙂 2012-07-30
- Jamie Oliver blasts athletes like David Beckham for peddling junk food on eve of 2012 Olympics http://t.co/gHCkxvhS 2012-07-30
- Summer Hazards 2012: Part II – Insects & Spiders & Snakes Oh My! http://t.co/qzICMTYy 2012-07-30
- Recalls this past week included several lines of baby strollers – Peg Perego and Kolcraft http://t.co/DS0RtAK1 2012-07-30
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 07-23-2012 to 07-29-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:47 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 25 news-worthy events.
- How to Talk to Your Kids About…Bullying http://t.co/N8CHzh5M as the school year approaches, something we need to think about 2012-07-29
- Feds file suit against Buckyballs, retailers ban product http://t.co/5FvM9yJd kids who swallow them can require surgery. Yikes!! 2012-07-28
- Infographic: The truth about teens and sexting http://t.co/VlWkRrEy 2012-07-28
- Protective Eyewear Can Ward Off Injuries in Young Athletes http://t.co/XHH7NenK 2012-07-28
- Insurance co’s win Mom’s loyalty by helping teens drive safely http://t.co/FrOWBR2n 2012-07-28
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Safety and etiquette of posting kids’ photos online http://t.co/IYfixv8a
…how can we share AND keep our kids safe??
- Sexting Reflects Sexual Activity among Teens: **scary article – but one parents need to read by @marykayhoal http://t.co/4u85LSNW 2012-07-27
- While kids account for 60% of 5 common medical conditions, only 12% of clinical trials for them were on kids http://t.co/J3fgqIb5 2012-07-26
- Peg Perego Recalls 223,000 Strollers, 8 Years After Baby Death http://t.co/V9FM8bu0 2012-07-26
- Heavy Drinking in Pregnancy Linked to Host of Central nervous system abnormalities in Children http://t.co/F4r2ipC4 2012-07-26
- Pedia Nurse Unveils New Pediatric Nurse Triage System http://t.co/JT6Tu2Aq nice! 2012-07-26
- The Truth About Cyberbullying http://t.co/qc9YXR2r #pedsafe 2012-07-26
- Controversy regarding cholesterol testing for kids heats up http://t.co/cz7IHJmD 2012-07-26
- The real problem with overzealous breastfeeding advocacy | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/fPov350G 2012-07-25
- Why Are There So Many Recalls on Kids’ Products? http://t.co/ugrg4Yxl #pedsafe 2012-07-25
- Car pollution puts Australian children’s health at risk http://t.co/SiFAcRN3 2012-07-25
- Stranger Danger Advice given in NZ schools ‘can place our kids in danger’ http://t.co/wLngwWSK >90% of the time, child knows the abuser 2012-07-25
- NCAA and Big 10 Conf agree on multiple, heavy sanctions for Penn State http://t.co/qXAS3vUY accountable & responsible! TY! 2012-07-24
- Parents, docs may clash on quality of kids’ lives with trisomy 13 or 18 | Reuters http://t.co/aGRZFvBQ 2012-07-24
- Vaccination first step in protecting children from whooping cough; adults need booster shot – The Washington Post http://t.co/7vlmNbIb 2012-07-24
- U.S. Office of Personnel Mgmt extends health coverage to the children of a same-sex partner of a federal employee http://t.co/ioq7e6fB 2012-07-24
- Red Cross Campaign Encourages Pool Safety l http://t.co/wGqjxNSW 2012-07-24
- Potty training traps and setting yourself (and your child) free | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/2XrW6r8E 2012-07-23
- Talking to kids about the shootings in Colorado theater http://t.co/Pc1FaSlE 2012-07-23
- Food Allergies: Keeping Your Child Safe when they enter childcare or school program http://t.co/gsLxbzTL 2012-07-23
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 07-09-2012 to 07-15-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:52 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- Pediatric brain tumors traced to brain stem cells http://t.co/NRx7O7rF 2012-07-15
- CPSC recalls Chicco Polly high chairs due to injuries – http://t.co/Lqyfjr9M http://t.co/CTmMEZjJ 2012-07-15
- New Study Shows Pads and Enclosures on Traditional Trampolines Are Not Effective at Reducing Injury http://t.co/jNXvbn0a 2012-07-15
- Jerry Sandusky probe: 8 month investigation concluded Penn State showed ‘total disregard’ for kids’ safety http://t.co/KYGPjBF3 2012-07-14
- On the constipated child: breaking a vicious cycle | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/iVtHubUe 2012-07-14
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Babies who have a cat or dog around during their 1st year have fewer health problems than those without pets http://t.co/KGXr6m3B
- Experts claim children dying in hot cars is more common than imagined – National Child Safety | http://t.co/Lqyfjr9M http://t.co/wGbWbP7v 2012-07-13
- How to Beat Insomnia Naturally | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/f7TmUUla 2012-07-12
- Health News – Recovery from Pediatric Brain Injury a Lifelong Process, Experts Say http://t.co/4vy7HATt 2012-07-12
- 6 Healthy Makeovers for Summer Snacks http://t.co/ub5ffHcs 2012-07-12
- Baby monitor cords: CPSC warns about strangulation risks http://t.co/3fUYcelT keep monitors a minimum of 3 ft away from cribs 2012-07-12
- Safety You Can See: BRITAX Launches G3 Convertible Car Seats http://t.co/md37rMjD 2012-07-12
- Children’s Hospital & Toyota Expand Nat’l Safety Program to Address Disparity in Motor Vehicle Deaths among Minority kids http://t.co/oZ2Zb4rZ 2012-07-11
- Environmental Threats to Children’s Health | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/5QxW6kRI 2012-07-11
- Deadly form of hand, foot and mouth disease linked to mysterious illness in Cambodia; 52 children dead http://t.co/qwvx7oF9 2012-07-10
- More than 1/2 of fathers said they were sleep-deprived driving their newborn baby home & 1/3 didn’t feel safe http://t.co/w7Ku9MHN hmm.. 2012-07-10
- Save on Organic: 7 Simple Ways | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/nyUOgIiy 2012-07-09
- Skin Cancer Foundation offers sun safety tips for kids http://t.co/SE5c0ODO 2012-07-09
- ‘Sexting’ teens found to be up tos 82% more likely to be having sex compared to the non-sexting teens http://t.co/uKZfcFaB 2012-07-09
- Even with ADHD, “Menditation” Helps Calm a Little Boy’s Mind http://t.co/JHPb3ZOM #pedsafe 2012-07-09
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 07-02-2012 to 07-08-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:54 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- California Considers Bill to Allow Multiple Legal Parents http://t.co/eg9Ny8nx 2012-07-08
- Disney plans £3m internet safety campaign around Club Penguin http://t.co/UtQdJAca 2012-07-08
- Childproofing has become an important industry. Here are some must-have childproofing products http://t.co/IHfkM2l7 2012-07-08
- Keeping kids safe on roller coasters and other thrill rides http://t.co/1CyGkB4N 2012-07-08
- Pharma Begins OxyContin Trials In Children http://t.co/HIvg1sil 2012-07-08
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
CPSC Recall: Kids Rigo sleepwear (pull on pants & boxers) recalled after boy is burned
http://t.co/mu5oVgcF
- A post-Supreme Court guide to the health care law http://t.co/apLzrvEd 2012-07-07
- Summer food programs seeking new ways to keep kids from going hungry http://t.co/6k0H6FTD 2012-07-06
- Miami-Dade County Passes Child Safety Alarm Law – Day Care Centers Required to Install Alarms by December 1st http://t.co/IEWlnWuo 2012-07-06
- For children’s safety, make sure park slides, swings not too hot http://t.co/pVTKek3g 2012-07-06
- Resetting Needle Phobia for Kids Who Get “Home Shots” http://t.co/3iDVwAvt #pedsafe 2012-07-06
- EU has passed a resolution for all vehicles to have Automated Ambulance-caller tech by 2015 http://t.co/jTDqgOd7 thoughts? 2012-07-06
- Parents to be fined if children in Ireland cycle with no helmet http://t.co/m8zqIOAO 2012-07-06
- Top 5 Green Road Trip Tips | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/9GAYThrO 2012-07-04
- How Do You Treat Your Child’s Sunburn If It’s So Bad it Blisters? http://t.co/70DZ8acb 2012-07-04
- Health-Care Ruling Affects Students, Adults With Disabilities http://t.co/hL17IZfx 2012-07-02
- Terrific ideas by Family Volley on how to help your kids Beat the Summer Boredom http://t.co/LV6yaLjE 2012-07-02
- Consumer Product Safety Commission approves new standards for children’s play yards http://t.co/lKz94fWY 2012-07-02
- No More “Tears in Heaven” – Child Deaths Are Often Preventable http://t.co/MT6kFWA3 2012-07-02
- Health Nuts Media Releases Animated Asthma Series in Spanish http://t.co/yyzJnhGl 2012-07-02
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 06-25-2012 to 07-01-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:55 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- Is Your Teen Sexcasting? Online Safety Expert Warns that No One is Listening to Teen Voices http://t.co/d9Q3WB7H 2012-07-01
- Portable cribs, play pens to get safety upgrade http://t.co/sBswYGPa 2012-07-01
- Healthy eating advice for new mothers can help cut child obesity http://t.co/4b9XnY8S 2012-06-30
- Tweenage Wasteland: An Under-13 Facebook Would Face a Child-Safety Minefield http://t.co/3B1rONg6 2012-06-29
- Autism Society – Tips for Families and Friends: How to Have a Sensory-Friendly Fourth of July http://t.co/IarxMS44 2012-06-29
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Nearly half of kids worldwide report experiencing online bullying
http://t.co/MPHLBD9r Wow! Alarming statistic!
- Supreme Court ruling on Affordable Care Act praised by advocates for children http://t.co/ymiXExy3 2012-06-29
- Exposure to household chemical called butylbenzyl phthalate (BBzP) in utero increases risk of childhood eczema http://t.co/dINUyM9Z 2012-06-29
- Family Volley: How to Talk to Your Kids About…Mistakes http://t.co/0iObEIvT 2012-06-29
- Pool safety: the difference between life and death http://t.co/nGwzs21C worth reading2012-06-29
- Imagine the Future of Child Safety Seats | very clever 🙂 http://t.co/7BHbhmTm 2012-06-27
- Canadian Teens Behind Human Trafficking Ring http://t.co/P17cZb4d one more reason you need to know who your kids are talking to 2012-06-27
- “Bad Air” Days Mean Breathing Problems: How to Protect Your Kids http://t.co/6iU8Et9a 2012-06-27
- Playtime with children cuts single mom’s stress http://t.co/Jc9ueCoT 2012-06-26
- Call for new laws to save UAE’s children – 90% of Emirati families do not use car seats or seat belts for their kids http://t.co/ONFkzv5z 2012-06-26
- Farm safety for kids http://t.co/VJy98s6W 2012-06-26
- Severe allergic reactions to food more common than thought in young children http://t.co/lCk8xUZ0 2012-06-26
- For young children with autism, directing attention boosts language skills http://t.co/GWVYiAD1 2012-06-25
- Safe Kids and the FL Dept of Health are providing free door alarms to Palm Beach pool owners with kids <5 YO http://t.co/6vHdfJfX 2012-06-25
- 6 ways to keep your child healthy at daycare | Fox News http://t.co/7SNPgvzu 2012-06-25
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 06-18-2012 to 06-24-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:58 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 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 who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- Merck Panned for ‘Madagascar 3’ Children’s Claritin Campaign http://t.co/kIOSrhnq 2012-06-24
- Program aims to keep kids ‘Cavity Free at Three’ http://t.co/KwltDrqy 2012-06-22
- Childhood obesity and bullying top health concerns for voters | Fox News http://t.co/o8K1dpWB 2012-06-22
- Summer is Here – How to Keep Your Kids Safe & Healthy http://t.co/tP2ndfc7 #pedsafe 2012-06-22
- Dramatic Rise in Kids Hospitalized With High Blood Pressure: Study http://t.co/HMvsLhT4 2012-06-21
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Is there a Jerry Sandusky in your child’s life? – National Child Safety Examiner
http://t.co/vZOZmYmp Scary, but worth reading!
- # of Prescriptions for ADHD Drugs Increasing, while the # of Antiobiotic Prescriptions Declined http://t.co/QwqHbGU3 2012-06-21
- Consumer groups urge Facebook to ban ads to kids http://t.co/Co3aL0Ul 2012-06-21
- June’s Internet Safety Month Offers a Chance for Parents to Talk to Kids — Family iBoard Shares Online Safety Tips http://t.co/333jF7QQ 2012-06-20
- Get Bugs to Buzz Off And Leave Your Kids Alone This Summer http://t.co/gF5zFayk #pedsafe 2012-06-20
- 3 Sunscreen Safety Tips You Probably Don’t Know, But Definitely Should | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/sllPNZ1E 2012-06-19
- Keeping your baby safe in the crib http://t.co/HsVlfBVe useful tips worth reading 2012-06-19
- Emergency healthcare workers discuss caring for kids and infants during disasters http://t.co/2fqf3C72 2012-06-19
- Cuomo, leaders agree on cyberbullying bill http://t.co/lbws0LDd 2012-06-18
- The European Child Safety Alliance launches its Child Safety Report Cards http://t.co/998UPOTw 2012-06-18
- Costs Of Raising Children Grows, And Health Care Is A Big Reason http://t.co/zNnCf6uz Total for a child born in 2011 – $235k 2012-06-18
- Tips for parents, guardians to keep kids safe at summer camps, daycare | http://t.co/RpeIYd7H 2012-06-18
- MY FOOD FIGHT! App Makes Nutrition Fun for Kids and Adults http://t.co/GUUTZB3f #pedsafe 2012-06-18
- U.S. approves Glaxo meningitis vaccine for children http://t.co/T5K1aNIv 2012-06-18
- Having older dad may aid child’s, grandchild’s health http://t.co/j9InCwQj interesting research 2012-06-18
