--- title: "Safety" slug: "cpcmg-safety" type: "index" canonical: "healthhub.cpcmg.net/cpcmg-safety" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Safety 51 articles ## [Air Bag Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/air-bag-safety.md) Published on 2025-03-06 An air bag can save your life. However, air bags and young children are a dangerous combination. The following information will help keep you and your children safe: The safest place for all infants... ## [Baby Walkers - What You Need to Know](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-baby-walkers.md) Updated on 2025-08-14 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Car Seat Safety Guide](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/car-safety-seat-guide.md) Updated on 2026-05-25 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Childproofing Your Home](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-childproofing-your-home.md) Updated on 2025-07-23 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Choking Prevention and First Aid for Infants and Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/choking-prevention-and-first-aid-for-infants-children.md) Updated on 2026-05-25 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Inhalants: What You Need to Know](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/inhalants-what-you-need-to-know.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Young people today can face strong peer pressure to try drugs, including a group of substances called inhalants. Inhalant abuse is particularly a problem with younger teens, but even children as young... ## [Fire Safety and Burn Prevention](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fire-safety-and-burn-prevention.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Fires and burns cause almost 4,000 deaths and about 20,000 hospitalizations every year. Winter is an especially dangerous time, as space heaters, fireplaces, and candles get more use in the home. It... ## [Lead is a Poison](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/lead-is-a-poison.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Lead in the body can affect child development and behavior. Lead is a metal that is found in a lot of places. Though you can't usually see it, there are things you can do to prevent your child from... ## [A Message to Parents of Teen Drivers](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/a-message-to-parents-of-teen-drivers.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and young adults. More than 5,500 young people die every year in car crashes and thousands more are injured. Parents can play an important role... ## [Toy Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/toys-safety.md) Published on 2025-02-27 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Playground Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/fps-playground-safety.md) Updated on 2025-09-12 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Protect Your Child from Poison](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/protect-your-child-from-poisons.md) Updated on 2025-07-10 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Raw Milk](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/raw-milk.md) Published on 2025-03-06 What is raw milk? Raw milk is milk that comes straight from a cow, sheep, or goat. Raw milk is not pasteurized (heated to kill germs) or homogenized (processed to keep the cream from separating from... ## [Safe Sleep and Your Baby](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safe-sleep-your-baby.md) Updated on 2025-09-12 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Should My Child Join a Clinical Trial?](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/should-my-child-join-a-clinical-trial.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Clinical trials are research studies. They are designed to learn more about ways to prevent, detect, or treat diseases. Clinical trials can also help people with chronic (long-term) illnesses find... ## [Trampolines: What You Need to Know](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/trampolines-what-you-need-to-know.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Trampolines are popular among children and teens and even among some adults. Though it may be fun to jump and do somersaults on a trampoline, landing wrong can cause serious, permanent injuries.... ## [Your Child and the Environment](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/your-child-and-the-environment.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Environmental dangers are everywhere. Most of these dangers are more harmful to children than adults. However, there are things you can do to reduce your child's contact with them. Read more to learn... ## [Pulling the Plug on TV Violence](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/pulling-the-plug-on-tv-violence.md) Published on 2025-03-06 TV violence needs to be taken seriously TV violence can, and does, lead to real-life violence. You can reduce your child's exposure to TV violence. Limit TV use to no more than 1 or 2 hours per day.... ## [Your Child is on the Move: Reduce the Risk of Gun Injury](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/reduce-the-risk-of-gun-injury.md) Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [First Aid](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/first-aid.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Click to download PDF ## [Safety for Your Child - Birth to 6 Months](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-birth-to-6-month.md) Updated on 2025-08-14 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Safety for Your Child - 6 to 12 Months](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-6-to-12-month.md) Updated on 2025-09-12 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Safety for Your Child - 1 to 2 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-1-to-2-year.md) Updated on 2025-09-12 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Safety for Your Child - 2 to 4 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-2-4-year.md) Updated on 2025-09-12 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Safety for Your Child- 5 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-5-years.md) Updated on 2025-03-06 | Published on 2025-03-06 Did you know that injuries are the greatest threat to the life and health of your child? Injuries are the leading cause of death of school-aged children. Yet you can prevent most major injuries! At... ## [Safety for Your Child- 6 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-6-years.md) Updated on 2025-03-06 | Published on 2025-03-06 Did you know that injuries are the greatest threat to the life and health of your child? Injuries are the leading cause of death of school-aged children. Yet you can prevent most major injuries! At... ## [Safety for Your Child- 8 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-8-years.md) Updated on 2025-03-06 | Published on 2025-03-06 Did you know that injuries are the greatest threat to the life and health of your child? Injuries are the leading cause of death of school-aged children. Yet you can prevent most injuries! At age 8,... ## [Safety for Your Child- 10 Years](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-for-your-child-10-years.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Did you know that injuries are the greatest threat to the life and health of your child? Injuries are the leading cause of death of school-aged children. Yet you can prevent most major injuries if you... ## [Bicycle Helmets](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/bicycle-helmets.md) Published on 2025-03-06 How can I tell if a helmet will keep my child safe? You should only buy a helmet that meets the bicycle helmet safety standards of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Any helmet meeting... ## [Babysitting Reminders](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/babysitting-reminders.md) Published on 2025-03-06 IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS PARENTS SHOULD Meet the sitter and check references and training in advance. Be certain the sitter has had first aid training and knows CPR. Be sure the sitter is at least 13... ## [Bicycle Safety: Myths and Facts](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/bicycle-safety-myths-and-facts.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Learning to ride a bike is a developmental milestone in the life of a child. Yet all too often children are seriously injured, or even killed, when they do not follow basic bicycle safety rules.... ## [Child as a Passenger on an Adult's Bicycle](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/child-as-a-passenger-on-an-adult-bicycle.md) Published on 2025-02-27 A young passenger on an adult’s bike makes the bike unstable and increases the braking time. A mishap at any speed easily attained during casual riding could cause significant injury to the child.... ## [Choosing the Right Size Bicycle for Your Child](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/choosing-the-right-size-bicycle-for-your-child.md) Published on 2025-03-06 A bicycle of the wrong size may cause your child to lose control and be injured. Any bike must be the correct size for the child who is riding it . To keep your child safe, the American Academy of... ## [Firearms Injury Prevention](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/firearms-injury-prevention.md) Published on 2025-03-06 About 55 million Americans own firearms. Of the 265 million firearms owned in the United States, 111 million are handguns. Research shows guns in homes are a serious risk to families. A gun kept in... ## [Prepare Your Family for Disasters](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/prepare-your-family-for-disasters.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Families come in all sizes. They include children, parents, grandparents, pets, and anyone else who may live in the same house. A disaster plan should include all the needs of each family member. True... ## [Home Water Hazards for Young Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/home-water-hazards-for-young-children.md) Updated on 2026-05-18 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Crib Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/infant-furniture.md) Updated on 2025-07-23 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Lawn Mower Safety](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/lawn-mower-safety.md) Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Life Jackets and Life Preservers](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/life-jackets-and-life-preservers.md) Updated on 2026-05-18 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Pool Safety for Children](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/pool-safety-children.md) Updated on 2026-05-18 | Published on 2025-02-27 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Protect Your Home Against Fire](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/protect-your-home-against-fire.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Never leave small children alone in the home, even for a minute. Install smoke alarms in furnace and sleeping areas. Check batteries once a month. It is best to use alarms with long-life batteries,... ## [Safe Bicycling Starts Early](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safe-bicycling-starts-early.md) Published on 2025-03-06 When a child receives his or her first tricycle or bicycle, a lifelong pattern of vehicle operation is begun. A bike is not just a toy but a vehicle that is a speedy means of transportation, subject... ## [Safe Driving- A Parent's Responsibility](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safe-driving-a-parents-responsibility.md) Published on 2025-03-06 You are your children’s role model. Wear your seat belt on every trip in the car. If you drive without a seat belt, your children will likely copy your actions. The lap/shoulder belt is also your best... ## [Safety Tips for Home Playground Equipment](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safety-tips-for-home-playground-equipments.md) Updated on 2025-09-11 | Published on 2025-02-26 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Tips for Getting Your Children to Wear Bicycle Helmets](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/tips-for-getting-your-children-to-wear-bicycle-helmets.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Establish the helmet habit early. Have your children wear helmets as soon as they start to ride scooters or tricycles and if they are a passenger on the back of an adult’s bike. If they learn to wear... ## [Water Safety for Your School-aged Child](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/water-safety-for-your-school-aged-child.md) Updated on 2026-05-18 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Free Swimming Lessons for Ages 6 Years and Up](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/avs-free-swim-ages-6-and-upenglish.md) Updated on 2026-05-18 | Published on 2025-09-15 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [When Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Services](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/when-your-child-needs-emergency-medical-services.md) Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or... ## [Child Sexual Abuse](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/child-sexual-abuse.md) Published on 2025-03-06 Sexual abuse of children is more common than most people think. About 1 out of 5 girls and 1 out of 10 boys will be sexually abused during their childhood. Parents can take steps to help prevent and... ## [How to Prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome and Other Forms of Abusive Head Trauma](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/how-to-prevent-shaken-baby-syndrome.md) Published on 2025-03-06 How do you calm a crying baby? That depends. Each baby is different and there are many reasons why babies cry. Though there is no magic button to turn off crying, there are some things parents and... ## [Safe Sleep For Babies (VIDEO)](https://healthhub.cpcmg.net/docs/safe-sleep-for-babies.md) Updated on 2025-03-12 | Published on 2025-03-06 DISCLAIMER: This material is for educational purposes only. You, the reader, assume full responsibility for how you choose to use it. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or...