July 20, 2020

Know Your Burn Risks This Summer

SATURDAY, July 18, 2020 -- Grilling. Campfires. Fireworks. All are part of summer's pleasures -- but they also pose burn risks.

A new survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found that 53% mistakenly think their burn risk is lower than it actually is.

July 9, 2020

Keep Your Kids Safe in the Water. Here's How

SUNDAY, July 5, 2020 -- Trips to the beach or a pool add to summer's fun, but parents need to ensure that children are safe in and around the water.

Masks and social distancing are a must in many places this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. And kids must be supervised even if they're able to swim, experts at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles said.

July 9, 2020

With Pandemic-Related Stress, Abuse Against Kids Can Surge

MONDAY, July 6, 2020 -- Stress from social distancing and isolation to stop the spread of COVID-19 can lead to increased family violence at home, Tulane University experts say.

These changes in routine can upset kids, who may lash out and test limits. Stress from bad behavior, along with financial and other concerns can result in angry outbursts -- even verbal and physical abuse, said Dr. Charles Zeanah Jr., chair of psychiatry, and Dr. Myo Thwin Myint, an assistant professor of psychiatry.

June 21, 2020

Practice Gun Safety for Your Kids' Sake, Especially During Pandemic

SATURDAY, June 20, 2020 -- With kids staying at home because of the coronavirus pandemic, it's vitally important to keep guns locked up, advises the American Academy of Pediatrics.

"To keep children safe, you must lock guns in a safe or with gun locks, and store the ammunition in a separate, locked location," said Dr. Alison Tothy, a pediatric emergency medicine physician in Chicago.

June 18, 2020

AHA News: Here's What Doctors Know About Immunizations Right Now – You Still Need Them

WEDNESDAY, June 17, 2020 (American Heart Association News) -- There's no vaccine for COVID-19 yet. But there are routine immunizations that people aren't getting for a host of debilitating and potentially deadly diseases.

In May, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported sharp drop-offs beginning in mid-March for pediatric vaccines ordered and given. And the World Health Organization estimated up to 80 million babies globally were missing recommended vaccinations due to disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 15, 2020

Sure-Fire Solutions for Managing Lockdown Temper Tantrums

SUNDAY, May 24, 2020 -- After weeks of confinement to prevent the spread of COVID-19, kids, teens and grownups alike are probably getting on one another's nerves big time by now.

So what's the secret to defusing bouts of pouting, screaming and crying?