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Ensuring Safe Sleep for Babies

Parents should remember two things year-round to keep babies safe during sleep: babies should sleep alone and on their backs.

“Drop, Cover and Hold On” during an earthquake. Drop to the floor; cover your head and neck and seek cover under a table, and hold on.

With school back in session, kids are out walking to school. To ensure safe journeys, it’s key that children and teens eliminate distractions.

Traditional store-bought car seats may not work for children with certain conditions, and parents often must turn to specialty options.

Guidelines from OC Keep Kids Safe, an injury prevention program, to make sure you are choosing the right car seat for your child.

A recent survey by the National Institute on Drug Abuse showed teens now see fewer risks in using marijuana so marijuana use is on the rise.

Young children are particularly at risk for heatstroke, as their bodies heat up three to five times faster than an adult’s.

Children under the age of 5 are at the greatest risk for getting injured at home. In this CHOC Radio segment, Frias discusses home safety.

This Fourth of July, if consumer fireworks are part of your family’s festivities, here are some important safety tips.