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Don’t leave them even for a minute — keep children from dying in a hot car

By Jessica Pasley

Every year dozens of children die of heatstroke after being left, often accidentally, in a hot car

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Advice to prevent ATV accidents Health, yes

“Had he not had on his helmet, we probably would have been planning his funeral”

By Jessica Pasley

Children's Hospital safety expert makes clear: on bikes, skateboards or ATVs, helmets protect the brain

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Injury prevention experts highlight ABCs of water safety as summer begins

By Jessica Pasley

Drowning doesn’t look like the dramatic splashing or shouting that’s often depicted in movies or TV shows. It is silent.

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Advice to prevent ATV accidents Health, yes

ATV injuries continue to send children to the hospital. How they can more safely ride.

By Jessica Pasley

Head injuries are the leading cause of death and disability in ATV-related crashes

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Santa makes a list and checks it twice. Parents should do the same when it comes to toy safety.

By Jessica Pasley

Choking on small toy parts poses one of the main dangers to children

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Vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death and injury for children; how to know you’re using a car seat safely

By Jessica Pasley

"The misuse rate in car seats in Tennessee was almost 87% in 2020."

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Advice to prevent ATV accidents Health, yes

A teenage girl was riding on an ATV without a helmet when it flipped five times. She is lucky to be alive, and her mother has a warning for parents.

By Jessica Pasley

Safety experts liken helmet use to seat belt-wearing practice

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Water safety for kids Health, yes

Getting back in the pool this summer? Children’s Hospital has some tips on how to take to the water safely.

By Jessica Pasley

Number one lesson: drowning doesn't look like you think it does

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Children’s Hospital urges sledding safety

By Jessica Pasley

Whizzing along on snow and ice is fun, but be careful

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