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Handling Injuries & Illnesses for Parents
From minor injuries to medical emergencies, these guides help you deal with common childhood mishaps.
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Sun Safety for Parents
By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer.
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A to Z: Burn, Third-Degree for Parents
Third-degree burns, or full-thickness burns, are the most serious type of burn. They involve all the layers of the skin and underlying tissue and can cause permanent damage.
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A to Z: Burn, Second-Degree for Parents
A second-degree burn affects the top two layers of skin (the epidermis and dermis). It is more serious than a first-degree burn.
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What to Do About Burns for Parents
Scald burns from hot water and other liquids are the most common type of burn young kids get. Here's what to do if your child is burned.
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Burns for Parents
Burns, especially scalds from hot water and liquids, are some of the most common childhood accidents. Minor burns often can be safely treated at home, but more serious burns require medical care.
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Preventing Burns and Fires for Parents
Burns, especially scalds from hot water and liquids, are some of the most common childhood accidents. Here's how to protect kids from burns.
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Childproofing and Preventing Household Accidents for Parents
You might think of babies and toddlers when you hear the words "babyproofing" or "childproofing," but unintentional injury is the leading cause of death in kids 14 and under.
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Staph Infections for Parents
When skin is punctured or broken for any reason, staph bacteria can enter the wound and cause an infection. But good hygiene can prevent many staph infections. Learn more.
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Bedwetting (Enuresis) for Parents
Bedwetting is an issue that millions of families face every night. Most of the time it's not a sign of any deeper medical or emotional issues and kids eventually grow out of it.