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Everyone loves a good scare on Halloween, but not when it comes to child safety. There are several easy and effective behaviors that parents can share with kids to help reduce their risk of injury. Walk Safely Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and...
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BRIDGES is working with National Healthy Start Association to make everyone aware about infant mortality this month. What is Infant Mortality and Why is It Important? Infant mortality is when a baby dies before its first birthday. In 2020, the infant mortality rate...
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Why Vaccinate? On-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are tested to ensure that they are safe and effective for children to receive at the...
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BRIDGES is focusing on back to school safety. Kids in school buses, children on foot and bikes, harried parents in cars: Back-to-school days bring congestion—and an increase in potential hazards. “This can be a dangerous time because children—as well as drivers—are...
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Every year during the month of September, Safe Kids coalition members host events across the country to help parents learn how to install and use their car seat correctly. These events are in celebration of National Child Passenger Safety Month, with the biggest focus...
