National Blood Donor Month

National Blood Donor Month

Donating blood saves lives and historically, the winter months have been some of the most challenging times of the year to meet the demands of patients who require donated blood. That’s why January has been designated as National Blood Donor Month since 1970 and this year marks the occasion’s 50th year.   Why It’s Important…

Dangers of Vaping for Children and Teens

Dangers of Vaping for Children and Teens

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently issued an advisory for people. Specifically geared towards children and teens, the CDC advises to avoid e-cigarettes while officials from the state and federal level investigate the outbreak of severe respiratory illnesses linked to the use of vaping, or e-cigarette, products. It’s important for parents…

Car Seats Save Lives

Car Seats Save Lives

Did you know that car crashes are the leading cause of death in children? The importance of making sure your child rides safely in a vehicle cannot be overstated. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, “Every 32 seconds in 2017, one child under the age of 13 in a passenger vehicle was involved…

September is Baby Safety Month

Keeping Babies Safe: Baby Safety Month

Each September, the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) sponsors a Baby Safety Month to educate parents and caregivers on the safe and proper ways to use products at different stages.  Baby Proofing  The JPMA recommends baby-proofing your home well before the baby comes so you can add baby safety gadgets to your registry or purchase…

Summer Bug Safety

We all know that it’s important to protect our kids from things like the sun, dehydration, and drowning risks like swimming pools and lakes. But one aspect of summer safety that often gets overlooked is bug safety. Bugs love the warmer weather just as much as we do. But, a nasty bite or sting can…

Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe This Summer

Each year, Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer season and stretches all the way until Labor Day. This also means your children are out of school. But, did you know that more injuries happen in the 14 weeks between these two holidays than any other time of the year? Here are 4 summer safety…

World Immunization Week

Every year, during the last week of April, World Immunization Week is celebrated across the globe. The goal of the World Health Organization’s annual campaign for 2019 is “Vaccines work: We are protected together.” Immunizations protect people of all ages from all kinds of preventable diseases and save millions of lives each year. Even with…

American Academy of Pediatrics Car Seat Guidelines Pediatric Care Group

New Car Seat Guidelines

One of the most dangerous places for a child is riding in the car. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, “car crashes remain a leading cause of death for children. Over the last 10 years, 4 children under 14 and younger died each day.” On August 30th, The American Academy of Pediatrics released new…

Pediatric Care Group Jenkintown Sunscreen Protection

Staying Safe Under the Sun

With summer here, everyone is spending more time together in the sunshine. Before you head outside, make sure you’re aware of the potential threats the summer rays can pose to you and your family. Follow these tips to make sure your children are protected from those summer rays. Sunscreen: One of the most important ways…

Pool Safety Summer 2018 Pediatric Care Group

Staying Safe at the Pool

Swimming pools are perfect for long, hot summer days. They’re a perfect way to help your kids cool down and escape those summer rays. Yet, swimming pools can also be dangerous and potentially life-threatening to your family. Keep in mind these safety tips while splashing around the swimming pool this summer. Always be present: Never…