Childhood Injuries

What is childhood injury?

It is any injury that is severe enough to require medical attention, missed school, and/or bed rest. Hazards that cause injuries can be found all around the home. They are things like:

Sharp objects,
Matches,
Appliances and electrical gadgets,
Long or frayed electrical cords,
Toxic chemicals and cleaning supplies,
Some plants that are poisonous,
Coins or small items that can be choked on,
An improperly cared for bathtub

Did you know: Injuries claim the lives of more children than all childhood diseases combined.