Summer Safety Archives | Rise and Shine by Children's National

Bike safety tips for your family

Bike helmets reduce severe head injuries in children by 45% in the event of an unexpected fall or crash.

little girl in a swimsuit and a protective mask

Pandemic summer safety

July 14, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Family Life, Family life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Safety, Staying healthy, Summer Safety /by Rise and Shine

All summer activities have risk, so you need to think about the potential risks to your family and what you can do to minimize them.

Girsl softball team sitting in the dugout

5 tips for preventing children’s injuries this summer

August 8, 2019/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Physical Activity, Safety, Sports, Summer Safety /by Rise and Shine

Keep your kids safe this summer by using these tips from Dr. Sam Zhao.

Here’s how to keep your young kids safe during the summer heat

July 16, 2019/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Hydration, Safety, Summer Safety /by Rise and Shine

We spoke with local doctor, Terry Kind, about how parents, guardians and caregivers can keep their kids safe and hydrated as temperatures continue to rise.

boy with Down syndrome having fun in the swimming pool

Drowning prevention for kids

July 9, 2019/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Physical Activity, Safety, Spring Safety, Summer Safety /by Rise and Shine

Drowning prevention tips for kids differ with age, but in general, it’s important watch your kids and make sure you teach them about swimming safety.