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About First Aid Guides for Parents
Whether it's a medical emergency or minor injury, we've got the first-aid info you need.
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Printable Safety Guides - Nemours KidsHealth for Parents
First aid and other guidance for emergency situations.
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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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First Aid: 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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Household Safety: Preventing Burns, Shocks, and Fires for Parents
Burns are a potential hazard in every home. In fact, 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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Dealing With Cuts for Parents
Find out how to handle minor cuts at home - and when to get medical care for a more serious injury.
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Bedwetting 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.
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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.