Crib and Infant Sleep Safety: What Every Parent and Caregiver Needs to Know

Most parents believe their baby’s sleep space is safe — but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that the way a baby sleeps and what surrounds them in that sleep space can be the difference between life and death. CPSC is aware of 79 infant deaths and 124 injuries between 2010 and 2022 […]

CDC: Getting Health Care During Travel

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You can get sick or injured during travel and might need health care. Before your trip, make a plan for how you will get health care when traveling. This plan is especially important for senior citizens, pregnant women, people with underlying medical conditions, and people who will be traveling for more than 6 months. Make […]

Space Heater Safety: What You Need to Know Before You Plug One In

Space heaters are one of the most common household items in America — and one of the most dangerous. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that portable heaters, including electric space heaters, are involved in an average of 1,600 fires per year, resulting in an average of 70 deaths and 160 injuries annually. […]

Bicycle Safety: What Every Rider Needs to Know Before Hitting the Road

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Cycling is one of America’s most popular summer activities — but it comes with serious risks that most riders underestimate. Each year, there are approximately 900 bicycle-related deaths in the United States and another half a million bicycle-related injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Children between […]

CDC: Cruise Ship Travel

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While cruising is a popular way to travel, there are some health concerns to be aware of. Find out more about health issues on cruises and steps you can take to stay safe and healthy during your trip. If you are feeling sick before your voyage, do not travel and ask your cruise line about […]

Bunk Bed Safety: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Bunk beds are a summer sleepover staple — but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that they come with serious, often overlooked hazards for young children. Since 1990, CPSC has received reports of 57 children who died as a result of entrapment in bunk beds. An estimated 10 children die every year from […]

Portable Fuel Container Safety: What You Need to Know Before You Fill Up This Summer

That gas can sitting in your garage might be more dangerous than you realize. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that portable fuel containers — including gas cans and other containers holding flammable liquids — can cause violent flash fires and severe, potentially fatal burn injuries when used or stored improperly. Each year, […]