Drowning is the leading cause of death for children under four years in the United States. Every summer, as families go to the pool, lake, or beach, there are many factors that raise this risk, such as lack of supervision, not wearing life jackets, or not having swimming skills. However, there are simple and effective ways to improve safety for you and your family in and around the water. One of the best ways to protect yourself or your child is to use proper flotation devices. However, not...

Would you let your teenager ride a motorcycle? Most parents would answer, "Of course not." But many don't realize that some of today's electric bikes, scooters, and other micromobility devices can reach speeds similar to a motorcycle. As these devices have become more popular, emergency departments across the country have seen a significant increase in serious injuries involving children and teens. That's why Illinois has adopted a new micromobility law—to help keep young riders safer while...

While the American Academy of Pediatrics has released guidelines and recommendations for infant safe sleep, parents continue to receive conflicting information about what is best for their baby, especially on social media. While there are clear, evidence-based guidelines for infant safe sleep practices that are best practice to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), the spread of misinformation and unsafe portrayals of infant sleep on social media makes it harder for...