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Parent’s checklist for preventing injuries during coronavirus

This is a time when injuries for kids may be on the rise, which can put families at risk during trips to the emergency room and cause a strain on an already overburdened health-care system.

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3 safety tips to remember when young kids are home

Whether you’re a parent working from home or a family member, friend or neighbor helping with childcare, here are three tips to keep young kids safe in your home.

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Gun safety

If you have a gun in your home, make sure you keep it unloaded and properly locked.

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Trampolines are not toys

Exercise is important for kids, but there’s one form of exercise most pediatricians will caution against: trampolines.

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The dangers of holiday toys

Look for age-appropriate toys and pay close attention to cautionary labels, such as “not intended for use by children under the age of three.”