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Keeping Kids Safe

Odd bumps or scrapes are part of growing up, however we should never allow this to make us think accidents are inevitable and cannot be prevented. There are many things that we can do to prevent the tragic consequences of life-changing accidents...

Sadly, accidents involving children continue to devastate lives around the world with those under-5 particularly at risk. On average, half of under-5s attend A&E every year following an accident that didn’t have to happen.

But it doesn’t have to be like this.

By getting down to our kids’ level and seeing the world through their eyes, we can spot dangers, and help to keep them safe.

Click on the links below for more ideas to keep under-5s safe.

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Making your home safer
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Out and about
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Playtime tips
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Child pedestrian safety

How do I prevent....

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Burns and Scalds
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Carbon monoxide poisoning
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Drowning Prevention
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Strangulation and Asphyxiation