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• Preventing Strangulation and Entrapment for Parents

  
  

  Kids can strangle or become entrapped in the most unexpected ways - even cords, strings on clothing, and infant furniture and accessories can be dangerous. Read how to prevent these dangers around your home.

• Preventing Premature Birth (Topic Center) for Parents

  
  

  Babies who are born premature — before 37 weeks of pregnancy — can have health problems that last their whole lives. Learn ways to prevent early labor and have a healthy pregnancy.

• Can Vaginal Cleaning Prevent Pregnancy? for Teens

  
  

  Some people clean their vagina after having sex to prevent pregnancy, but it won’t work. If you decide to have sex, use reliable birth control instead.

• Dogs and Preventing Dog Bites for Kids

  
  

  Are you a little afraid of dogs? Some kids are, so find out how you can make friends with dogs and avoid dog bites.

• Preventing House Fires for Parents

  
  

  Take the time now to review fire safety facts and tips to prevent fires in your home.

• How Can I Prevent Lyme Disease? for Teens

  
  

  Does the thought of Lyme disease make you worry about enjoying the great outdoors? Here's some information to help you lower your risk for Lyme disease.

• How Can I Prevent Hearing Loss? for Teens

  
  

  Hearing loss (also called hearing impairment) makes it hard to hear or understand sounds. But you can do something about noise-induced hearing loss.

• Preventing Children's Sports Injuries for Parents

  
  

  Participation in sports can teach kids sportsmanship and discipline. But sports also carry the potential for injury. Here's how to protect your kids.

• Preventing Overheating During Pregnancy for Parents

  
  

  Find out why it's important to keep your core temperature at a normal level and not get overheated during pregnancy.

• How Can Parents Help Prevent Concussions? for Parents

  
  

  Concussions are serious injuries. Here's how to help protect kids and teens from them.