Home Safety Child and Baby Proofing Your Home

by Maria F. McMahon, PNP-AC/PC on October 06, 2020

Important advice for parents and grandparents welcoming a new child in to the home for baby proofing and home safety... Read full article

Button Battery Safety - Lithium Coin Batteries Poise Health Risks to Children

on September 06, 2020

Keeping children and kids safe with button sized lithium batteries can be a challenge with young inquisitive minds seeing shiny, sparkly smooth items perfect to try in the mouth.... Read full article

Common Respiratory Illnesses in Children Such As Asthma, Bronchiolitis, Croup and Pneumonia

by Joanne Haley RN, CPEN on August 06, 2020

Asthma, bronchiolitis, croup and pneumonia – Recognizing and responding to early signs of respiratory illnesses in children is key to proper care... Read full article

Child Accidental Medication Overdose

by Meg McCabe on July 06, 2020

Helping to prevent accidental medication overdose by children... Read full article

Bicycle and Scooter Helmet Safety

by Barbara DiGirolamo, M.Ed, BA, CPSTI on June 05, 2020

Spring is in the air and it is time to remind everyone to ensure children are taking the proper steps for a safe bicycle ride! Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind to prepare for this much anticipated time of year!... Read full article

Helping to Prevent Injuries While Under The Care of a Babysitter or Caregiver

by Ryan Gagnon, BSN, RN, CPEN on May 06, 2020

Avoiding common accidents to babies and toddlers while under the supervision of a babysitter or caregiver... Read full article

Hand Washing and Wedding Rings

on April 15, 2020

YES, we know, wash away those hands and fingers for 20 seconds multiple times a day. But, after so much hand washing, my ring finger became irritated around my wedding rings. ... Read full article

Sports Safety & Injury Prevention

on April 15, 2020

Since school started in September, many children have been leaving their classrooms for fields, rinks and courts to practice for a sports team. Whether it’s soccer in the fall, hockey in the winter, or tennis in the spring, participating in sports is... Read full article

Poison Control and Ingestion Safety

on April 15, 2020

March is National Poison Prevention Month, and this is a great reminder to familiarize yourself with Poison Control and safety interventions to help keep your loved ones safe.  The goal of this campaign is to raise awareness around the multiple diffe... Read full article

Hoverboard Safety for Kids

by Tracey Sutherland, cPNP on April 06, 2020

Safety advice from Boston Children's Hospital on Hoverboard safety... Read full article