Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 06-11-2012 to 06-17-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 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 10 news-worthy events.

• Pediatric growth charts often leave parents confused and concerned – The Washington Post http://t.co/7gOXjjY9 #
• Advice For New Dads | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/jHOJHfc7 #
• Self-injury may start early in some kids: study | Reuters http://t.co/Psaz6ouP #
• Australian three-year-olds will be screened for early signs of mental illness http://t.co/1kB6LwKh #
• Chemicals to Avoid In Your Personal Care Products | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/bXsZasZV #

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

Five Questions Every Parent Should Ask When Considering If Facebook Is Right for Their Child   http://t.co/ky7Ohfp9

• As CT Scans Increase, Concern of Radiation Risk Rises http://t.co/g8mkpb4r #
• What you need to know about plantar warts on your children’s feet http://t.co/YFVQPBL8 #
• StreetSafe Offers “Someone to Watch Over Me” – app worth looking at if you’re a parent of teenagers http://t.co/jScPhKps #
• Why Are Phthalates in Your Medicines? | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/1lbgBVT5 #
• Foods for children with autism | http://t.co/01TgIlEq interesting post – worth reading #

Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 06-04-2012 to 06-10-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:01 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.

• Kia Recalls 73,000 Rio Models for Air-Bag Malfunction Hazard http://t.co/UW7zcLIo 2012-06-10
• Disney will ban junk-food ads that target childrenhttp://ow.ly/bu2tf 2012-06-10
• Ban on baby crib bumpers proposed in MD – this would make MD the 1st state to block these products http://t.co/BMloKJsr 2012-06-10
• **All Baby Change Tables Tested by Consumer NZ Fail Safety Test http://t.co/l0XUe6qe 2012-06-10
• Potential new approach to regenerating skeletal muscle tissue http://t.co/M0Zd8lnr 2012-06-09

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

Tylenol Overdoses are a leading cause of acute liver failure in children and can be Deadly for a child   http://t.co/EIwaqxqx

• New ‘smart bomb’ drug attacks breast cancer, doctors say http://t.co/z6OVUJqa always nice to tweet positive news 🙂 2012-06-09
• E. coli outbreak in six states sickens 14, kills child in New Orleans http://t.co/KziK31N4 2012-06-09
• Boston Fire and EMS to Receive Special Needs Rescue Training http://t.co/P1A6EAEi 2012-06-09
• Best Android apps for child safety http://t.co/qHgIU61v Some examples: Children TV, Kids Place, FBI Child App, etc. 2012-06-09
• uKnowKids Offers Tips to Keep Kids Safe on Facebook http://t.co/h3P0GQ6Y 2012-06-08
• Child CT scans can raise brain cancer risk – though risk is small & likely outweighed by need for test http://t.co/gkq5piUV 2012-06-08
• City Kids Much More Likely to Have Food Allergies Than Rural Ones http://t.co/VPcD8SvK population density seems to be factor 2012-06-08
• Harnessing Mobile Technology to Improve Worldwide Children’s Health http://t.co/4oGgg0ZX MAMA – mobile alliance for maternal action 2012-06-08
• Family Volley: Just Say “Yes” Day http://t.co/j6PQuEUB may sounds strange but this post asks some great questions! 2012-06-08
• In the blink of an eye: accidental drownings among children spike this time of year – PLS be careful! http://t.co/WHdAwRIO 2012-06-08
• Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted is June’s Sensory Friendly Film – wonderful for kids w/special needs! http://t.co/wswTS5pa 2012-06-08
• In Memory of Colette: Healthy Child Celebrates Twenty Years | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/HPtM5HOh 2012-06-06
• Summer, Swimming, and Swimmer’s Ear | Terrific article by Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/fhJxzzye 2012-06-05
• Benefits of hypothermia for infants experiencing oxygen deficiency at birth continue through early childhood http://t.co/2YPmgiJI 2012-06-05

Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 05-28-2012 to 06-03-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:02 am

• 5 Tips to Protect Kids During Online Gaming http://t.co/vSEvX37Z 2012-06-03
• Zinc + antibiotics improves infant infectious treatment compared to just antibiotics – new clinical study http://t.co/P3GNs9bU 2012-06-02
• Is Your Child Ready to Act in the Face of Danger? http://t.co/U9oFEd4e Terrific post! 2012-06-02
• Hospital Offers Safety Tips For Parents on Magnet & Battery ingestion and Bottle, Pacifier & Sippy cup injuries http://t.co/ORKDEfy9 2012-06-02
• Pediatricians raise caution on sensory-based therapy – be careful not to overlook underlying disorders http://t.co/IO8Pa7FA 2012-06-02

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

Summer Camp Safety: Essential Questions Parents Should Ask http://t.co/sRV7obef

• ‘Happy kid’ kills himself over bullying at school http://ow.ly/biEO2 Another teen creates an aggressive anti-bullying campaign & gets suspended – did she go too far? bit.ly/Nd01ZZ PLS c/o their stories & share your thoughts. Tks!  2012-06-01
• How to childproof your house | Fox News http://t.co/kKQiQD04 2012-06-01
• World’s largest collection of genetic data on childhood cancers has been released to hasten the development of new treatments http://t.co/HstmQz1O 2012-06-01
• Active Friends Key to Kids’ Exercise says new study – basically kids try to keep up w/their friends http://t.co/42dAE9aL 2012-06-01
• 5 ways to prevent kids from getting poisoned – Remember – “Out of sight and locked up tight” http://t.co/wrMisihN 2012-06-01
• An Easy Guide to Help You Teach Online Privacy to Your Child – Fantastic post by internet safety expert @marykayhoal http://t.co/17aG7HbA 2012-06-01
• Will New Airline Seating Fees Separate Parents From Children? http://t.co/FmkN5joD hmmm?? 2012-05-31
• Routine Care for Crohn’s Disease in Children Should Include Measurement of Bone Age http://t.co/HEY71LxO 2012-05-31
• Tips for cleaning out your garage with kid safety and the environment in mind | great tips! http://t.co/3RMI4Ut8 2012-05-31
• More Mental Health Care Urged for Kids Who Self-Harm – US News and World Report http://t.co/YCcNIJmz 2012-05-31
• Tips for a Healthy Home Renovation | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/gZN7YamP 2012-05-30
• A promise worth keeping: Pre-prom mock crash sends strong message – it really can mean life or death http://t.co/UudDful9 2012-05-30
• Minority Kids at Greater Drowning Risk: Safety Groups Urge Swimming Lessons For Hispanic & Black Children http://t.co/hPr5zuEa 2012-05-30
• Most Children With Autism are not Diagnosed until they are 5 or Older – less than 20% by age 2 http://t.co/Tc0K6tyY 2012-05-29
• More kids eating detergent packs. They’re confusing the little brightly colored packets w/candy. PLS keep out of reach! http://t.co/Cgjm0yAM 2012-05-29
• Study Finds Childhood Obesity Greatly Increases poss of Cranial Disorder that can Cause Blindness http://t.co/aeUP774s 2012-05-29
• 1 in 3 infants at risk of developmental delays do not get referred to early intervention services http://t.co/CfxVij6S 2012-05-29
• Injury Prevention for Children – EMS Week http://t.co/IT3pgJ7k 2012-05-28
• Teaching Kids About Safety: Sometimes It’s the Stranger Who’s in Danger | this is too funny! Pls read, laugh & RT http://t.co/vKZgQmJb 2012-05-28

Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 05-21-2012 to 05-27-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:02 am

• National Children’s Study Faces changes That May Put Children’s Health at Greater Risk http://t.co/nfG9Yxdl what do you think?? 2012-05-27
• Natural Alternatives to Toxic Air Fresheners | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/YAoyUqJW 2012-05-25
• 8 things your family can do to assist medical personnel if a child needs emergency care: http://t.co/JOVSbuLM 2012-05-25
• State Bill pushed to protect children vulnerable to food allergies – ensures schools will be better prepared http://t.co/1X334E1o thoughts?? 2012-05-24
• ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital Returns To China For Childhood Blindness Prevention Program – http://t.co/e0dvKv0j 2012-05-23

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

Behavior Problems in Your Kid? Consider checking for Sleep Apnea http://t.co/w2aLaLDR

• The FAA has a new Child Safety web site – if you’re planning on flying with your little one – check this out http://t.co/EeJLRqYN 2012-05-23
• More Kids at Risk for Lead Poisoning – from 77k to 442k | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/RTSJwt1R 2012-05-23
• Safety Gear is Not Just for Children – if you want your kids to wear it…they’ll be watching you http://t.co/tUxfOS9E Great post! 2012-05-23
• Rising Prevalence of Pediatric NAFLD, pediatric nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, a Major Health Problem http://t.co/d2eTYWUF 2012-05-23
• Wed May 23 is National Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day http://t.co/Qt3THz3b Please thank an EMT and RT! 2012-05-23
• How to install a staircase child safety gate | Newsolio http://t.co/33aKPd2d 2012-05-22
• Keeping Your Family Safe From Dog Bites – Great Tips Worth Reading! http://t.co/ic1Xexwk 2012-05-22
• Youth diabetes, pre-diabetes rates soar from 9% in 2000 to 23% in 2008 http://t.co/OHJBA0xx Wow! 2012-05-22
• Installing child safety window and door locks in the home | http://t.co/uzaknhvn useful tips 2012-05-21

Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 05-14-2012 to 05-20-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:03 am

• Recalls this week include a line of defective children’s trampolines and dangerous crib tents http://t.co/LR1MaSeC 2012-05-20
• Panel debates bioterrorism protection for kids http://t.co/azGGlI22 should emergency vaccines for children be tested on children? 2012-05-19
• Ten Tips for Teaching Your Child to Swim http://t.co/YqfKfRiD Great way to start summer 🙂 2012-05-19
• World’s 1st Approved Stem Cell Drug is for GvHD -a bone marrow transplant complication that kills ~80% of affected kids http://t.co/aTHQkD3x 2012-05-18
• *Recall – Safety 1st Toilet and Cabinet Locks Recalled Due to Lock Failure http://t.co/6RkdDx37 2012-05-18

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

New lead poisoning guidelines: What parents should know – it’s recommended to test children at age 1 & again at age 2  http://t.co/b5q4A8Hg

• FAA Raises Awareness On Child Safety As Summer Travel Season Nears http://t.co/OcK8P9wk 2012-05-18
• Pediatric epilepsy impacts sleep for the child and parents http://t.co/2iPjd6sM 2012-05-17
• Whooping cough cases are on rise in Minnesota | 670 cases in 1st 5 mos of 2012 http://t.co/Trz3sE3V 2012-05-17
• Brain surgery boost for children with severe epilepsy http://t.co/F947q9Og interesting study… 2012-05-17
• Keep kids injury free while playing their favorite sports this summer http://t.co/3WyAemGm 1 in 3 kids sustain injuries requiring med attn 2012-05-17
• A wider social services safety net does not guarantee fewer children slip http://t.co/tXQsypx9 interesting report: US & G 2012-05-16
• 62 infants dead in 90 days in Srinagar’s only paediatric hospital due to shortage of staff & medical equipt http://t.co/bBQpEvwl Terrible! 2012-05-16
• Child ER Visits Related To Batteries Have more than Doubled Over the last 20 Years http://t.co/we4aN7uu 2012-05-16
• Parents urged to talk with their teen drivers – 7 of the10 deadliest days fall between Memorial & Labor Day http://t.co/XuPXSzQ5 2012-05-16
• Why Children Choose the Snacks They Do � Science World http://t.co/Q69VL2rC 2012-05-16
• Christine Carter, PhD: How to Keep Your Child Safe (and Happy) Online, Part 1 http://t.co/vlyDKLb2 smart, practical approach 2012-05-16
• Height, weight – BMI? Doctors urged to treat body mass index as a vital sign http://t.co/fUW6IoF2 2012-05-15
• How to kid-proof your home theater – great post! http://t.co/lrkbuDF7 2012-05-15
• Binkies, bottles and sippy cups: Handle with care – once the children start walking/falling, these can cause injuries http://t.co/hpDOBjjM 2012-05-14
• Children can learn to ‘eat the rainbow’ – how to set a plate full of healthy foods on the table http://t.co/UIMtENb9 2012-05-14
• Keeping your children safe with guns in the home http://t.co/4Gz4KUOS btw – PA State Police give out trigger locks 4 free 2012-05-14
• Do Food Dyes Warrant A Warning Label ? | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/j2y0T7c3 2012-05-14
• Smoking during pregnancy affect children’s asthma before the child is born http://t.co/ZIvKmUnl 2012-05-14
• Delta Dental of New Jersey Talks About The Health Benefits of Fluoride http://t.co/rK9byxWY 2012-05-14
• Concussions May Be More Severe in Girls and Young Athletes – http://t.co/DjtcxVLt 2012-05-14

Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 05-07-2012 to 05-13-2012

Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 11:04 am

• Children Without Private Insurance Get Fewer Tests in ED http://t.co/y24w0KAp 2012-05-13
• Report: Almost Half of Recalls are For Kids Products | California Democrat http://t.co/44D2CxjG 2012-05-13
• Summer Camp and Sports Introduce New Adults Into to Your Kids’ Lives. How to know if your children are in Safe Hands?  |  http://t.co/ffw2jcT5 2012-05-11
• St Louis pediatric ER doc offers great advice on keeping children safe and healthy this summer http://t.co/g00urfgx 2012-05-11
• What HBO And iCarly Can Do To Get Kids Psyched About Veggies : NPR http://t.co/mUOgarRV 2012-05-11

PedSafe Headline of the Week:

We need safer drugs for our kids http://t.co/fpRSG0ms 4 of 5 kids hospitalized in the US are treated w/drugs not tested for kids!

• Energy Drinks Can Take Kids Teeth On An Irreversible Acid Trip : NPR http://t.co/rQQYtl6H 2012-05-11
• Feds Join Fight Against Whooping Cough In Washington : NPR http://t.co/TjvlAWmK 2012-05-11
• FDA Leans On Device Makers To Cut X-Ray Doses For Kids : NPR http://t.co/WfhYEmfa 2012-05-11
• Pessary Delays Births In Mothers at Risk of Premature Delivery – Option for Poorer Countries  http://t.co/0BNzxFG7 2012-05-10
• Heart Risk in High School Athletes Is Gaining Attention http://t.co/JZ2Z6WbS 2012-05-10
• Prescription Opiate Drug Abuse Soars Among Pregnant Women http://t.co/kbVhdSKC 2012-05-10
• Insights in Human Knowledge, From the Minds of Babies http://t.co/CzvuyBra 2012-05-10
• Many drug labels missing dose, safety info for kids | Reuters http://t.co/qCeKfcDo 2012-05-09
• Teen gambling called ‘risky business’ – Health – CBC News http://t.co/OX0OV6K5 2012-05-09
• It’s Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week–how aware are you? – MD Mama http://t.co/0CYZSLJx 2012-05-09
• If Obamacare is overruled millions of children risk losing healthcare – know the issues | Washington Times Communities http://t.co/7vdmDx9P 2012-05-09
• In Mom’s Eyes, Overweight Toddler May Not Be – US News and World Report http://t.co/UAEd59b8 2012-05-09
• Recall Alert: 1,737 Dorel Infant-Safety Seats  http://t.co/tqAREQ4J 2012-05-09
• Bans on School Junk Food Pay Off in California http://t.co/tDLSifMM 2012-05-08
• Parents’ Mental Health Is Critical to Children’s Care- Read this for your kids’ sake http://t.co/sFsOMOoT 2012-05-08
• Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Completion Rates Are Low – for girls/young women  http://t.co/mbkeO6Pn 2012-05-08
• CDC has yet to respond to lead-standards recommendation, but budget’s been cut by 94% – what can they do? http://t.co/9hwXvi0j 2012-05-07
• An average mom’s safety guide to biking with children http://t.co/6hyINzFq 2012-05-07
• UK’s popular IVF treatment in turmoil over report of 1 in 10 baby defects -source of problem undetermined http://t.co/DW6GmBFZ 2012-05-07

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