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Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
13
Aug 2018
Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
Accidents can happen anywhere, anytime, but many can be prevented with a little information sharing and awareness spreading. Keep back-to-school safety top of mind by reading the most common accidental exposures at school.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
01
Jun 2018
Top 5 Outdoor Injuries: Tips for Prevention
Learn to prevent the top 5 outdoor injuries with these tips from an injury prevention coordinator at Cincinnati Children's.
By: Dawne Gardner | 1
Safety and Prevention
Reminders for Preventing Window Falls in Spring and Summer
23
Apr 2018
Reminders for Preventing Window Falls in Spring and Summer
About 8 kids ages 5 and younger die from falling out of a window in the US yearly. Read an injury prevention specialist's tips for preventing window falls.
By: Dawne Gardner | 0
Safety and Prevention
“Juuling”: An Update on Teens and E-cigarettes
19
Mar 2018
“Juuling”: An Update on Teens and E-cigarettes
Juuling is essentially vaping e-cigarettes with an inconspicuous product. Read the 5 things that parents of teenagers need to know about this trend.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
It’s Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot
10
Jan 2018
It’s Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot
Flu season lasts through April; there is still time for the flu shot to work and provide benefit to your family. Read how long it takes to build immunity.
By: Josh Schaffzin, MD | 0
Healthy Living
14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor
10
Jan 2018
14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor
Bringing home a newborn is exciting, exhausting and a little overwhelming! Save this list of symptoms that necessitate a call to your baby's doctor.
By: Dr. Amy Guiot | 2
Safety and Prevention
Keys to Safe Sledding
09
Jan 2018
Keys to Safe Sledding
Five tips to make sure kids are safe when sledding. An injury prevention coordinator explains the most common ways kids get hurt and how to avoid injury.
By: Dawne Gardner | 0
Safety and Prevention
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
04
Jan 2018
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
Carbon monoxide is a silent killer: it's invisible and odor-less. With winter in full-swing, read a few reminders to keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Healthy Living
4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes
15
Nov 2017
4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes
Making healthy lifestyle choices can help pregnant women avoid gestational diabetes. Read some practical tips to help prevent the condition:
By: Amanda Riley, RD | 3
Safety and Prevention
Homemade Slime: Experts Weigh in on Safety, Germs
06
Oct 2017
Homemade Slime: Experts Weigh in on Safety, Germs
Learn more about the most common ingredients used to make slime and how to make it safely at home with your kids.
By: Cincinnati Children's Social Media Team | 2
Safety and Prevention
A Surgeon’s PSA for Lawn Mower Safety
24
Aug 2017
A Surgeon’s PSA for Lawn Mower Safety
Before teaching your child to mow the lawn, it is important to make sure they are old enough and mature enough to perform the job safely. These lawn mower safety tips will help keep your family safe.
By: Junichi Tamai, MD | 10
Safety and Prevention
Viewing the Solar Eclipse: How Kids Can Do it Safely
17
Aug 2017
Viewing the Solar Eclipse: How Kids Can Do it Safely
When viewing the solar eclipse with kids, it's important to protect their eyes from severe and permanent damage. Read 5 tips on how to do it:
By: Melissa Rice, DO, FAAO | 6
Safety and Prevention
Snake Bites: How to Prevent and What to Do If Bitten
07
Aug 2017
Snake Bites: How to Prevent and What to Do If Bitten
It's important to know how to prevent snake bites and what to do if your child is bitten because common misconceptions about snakes can make the bite worse.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Young Athletes Prone to a Rash of Skin Conditions
14
Jul 2017
Young Athletes Prone to a Rash of Skin Conditions
As a parent, you can be on the lookout for changes in your child’s skin. Look for cuts, sores, redness, a rash, swelling and pus.
By: Gregory Walker, MD, FAAP | 0
Safety and Prevention
Testicle Pain in Kids and Teens: Don’t Wait, Act
30
Jun 2017
Testicle Pain in Kids and Teens: Don’t Wait, Act
If your son is complaining of sudden testicle pain, there's a possibility he has testicular torsion. Find out why our experts recommend seeking help as quickly as possible.
By: Brad Sobolewski, MD | 11
Safety and Prevention
Fidget Spinners and Other Toys: 5 Safety Tips for Parents
20
Jun 2017
Fidget Spinners and Other Toys: 5 Safety Tips for Parents
Fidget spinners, along with other types of toys, have the potential to cause serious harm to children. Read five safety tips.
By: Ajay Kaul, MD | 1
Healthy Living
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
23
May 2017
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
More teens are using caffeine as a way to focus or stay awake. However, it is a drug and has side effects. Read why they should limit or quit caffeine use.
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Inflatable Booster Seats: Frequently Asked Questions
05
Apr 2017
Inflatable Booster Seats: Frequently Asked Questions
Inflatable booster can inflate, deflate and are very lightweight and portable. Here are 5 FAQs parents should understand before using one.
By: Emily Lee | 3
Safety and Prevention
E-Cigarettes, Teens and “Dripping”: 4 Safety Concerns
14
Feb 2017
E-Cigarettes, Teens and “Dripping”: 4 Safety Concerns
A new study shows that one in four high school students who use e-cigarettes have been "dripping" with them. Read 4 safety concerns.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Awareness of Button Batteries Saved My Daughter from Serious Injury
21
Dec 2016
Awareness of Button Batteries Saved My Daughter from Serious Injury
Because Christina had prior knowledge of the dangers of button batteries, she acted quickly when she saw her daughter swallow one. Read how this helped:
By: Christina Kleem | 1
Safety and Prevention
The Latest Warning Against Codeine: What Parents Need to Know
08
Dec 2016
The Latest Warning Against Codeine: What Parents Need to Know
Health organizations continue to strengthen their warnings against the use of codeine. Here's what parents need to know about it.
By: Robert Goetz, PharmD | 0
Safety and Prevention
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
06
Dec 2016
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
Most parents are aware of the dangers of whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory disease. Here are four must-know facts about it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Research and Discoveries
Preventing Infection: An Update on the HPV Vaccine
23
Nov 2016
Preventing Infection: An Update on the HPV Vaccine
A lot has happened since the HPV vaccine was introduced in 2006. Here are four updates, including how effective it has been at reducing infection rates.
By: Jessica Kahn, MD, MPH | 0
Healthy Living
Teething Tablets: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
20
Oct 2016
Teething Tablets: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
The past few weeks have been confusing for parents of teething toddlers. Your questions about teething tablets answered here.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Healthy Living
Minor Illnesses: When Should I Keep My Child Home From School?
05
Oct 2016
Minor Illnesses: When Should I Keep My Child Home From School?
As parents, there are gray areas when deciding to keep a child home due to minor illness. Find out when it's necessary.
By: Dr. Amy Guiot | 1

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