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Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

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|Date: May 07, 2018
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Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. ...

Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. Block the sun's rays using a SPF 15 or higher sunscreen. Apply the lotion 30 minutes before goi ...

May 07, 2018
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How to Use Sunscreens

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|Date: May 07, 2018
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How to Use Sunscreens

A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly i ...

A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly is important in protecting the skin. Consider the following recommendations: Choose a sunscreen ...

May 07, 2018
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Back to School Backpack Safety

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|Date: September 12, 2017
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Back to School Backpack Safety

By Natalie Frei, PT, DPT, Children's Therapy One thing that is always on the back to school list is a bac ...

By Natalie Frei, PT, DPT, Children's Therapy One thing that is always on the back to school list is a backpack to carry pens, pencils, paper and BOOKS – lots of heavy books! A backpack that is too hea ...

September 12, 2017
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How Many is Too Many Concussions? Q&A with a Pediatric Neurologist

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|Date: August 25, 2017
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How Many is Too Many Concussions? Q&A with a Pediatric Neurologist

Judy Li, DO Pediatric Neurology, Neuroscience Institute CTE Found in 99 Percent of Deceased NFL Players. ...

Judy Li, DO Pediatric Neurology, Neuroscience Institute CTE Found in 99 Percent of Deceased NFL Players. This recent news headline may have grabbed your attention. The Journal of the American Medical ...

August 25, 2017
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#OutreachAllstars – Equipping the Community for Safer Rides

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|Date: July 31, 2017
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#OutreachAllstars – Equipping the Community for Safer Rides

More than one hundred children in South King County will be riding their bicycles more safely this summer ...

More than one hundred children in South King County will be riding their bicycles more safely this summer thanks to a terrific trio from Valley’s Rehabilitation Services department. On June 23 at Les ...

July 31, 2017
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What if Your Child Eats or Drinks Something You Don’t Know is Safe?

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|Date: June 30, 2017
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What if Your Child Eats or Drinks Something You Don’t Know is Safe?

If you are unsure about the safety of something your child may have eaten or been exposed to, please call ...

If you are unsure about the safety of something your child may have eaten or been exposed to, please call the Poison Center right away at 1.800.222.1222—it’s free and experts are ready to help you 24 ...

June 30, 2017
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Safety Tips to Prevent Children with Autism Wandering at Home, Community & School

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|Date: June 30, 2017
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Safety Tips to Prevent Children with Autism Wandering at Home, Community & School

Children with autism commonly have limited safety awareness and insight into dangers in their environment ...

Children with autism commonly have limited safety awareness and insight into dangers in their environment. Sometimes they wander off. We need to support these kiddos by keeping them safe! Ideas for pr ...

June 30, 2017
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Safety Check: Stand Up to Falls

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|Date: June 05, 2017
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Safety Check: Stand Up to Falls

Home is the place where we feel most safe, so it may come as a surprise to hear that falls in the home ar ...

Home is the place where we feel most safe, so it may come as a surprise to hear that falls in the home are one of the leading causes of injury-related death in the U.S., second only to poisoning. Fall ...

June 05, 2017
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7 Ways to Poison-proof Your Bathroom

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|Date: April 25, 2017
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7 Ways to Poison-proof Your Bathroom

Many drugs and household products kept in the bathroom can be dangerous to children. You’ll keep children ...

Many drugs and household products kept in the bathroom can be dangerous to children. You’ll keep children safer when you: Store medications in containers with sealed caps inside a locked cabinet. Safe ...

April 25, 2017
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Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

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|Date: October 18, 2016
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Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

Halloween Safety Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, courtesy of healthychildren.org Halloween ...

Halloween Safety Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, courtesy of healthychildren.org Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids. Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pedi ...

October 18, 2016
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Join Us for a Community Meeting

Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

How to Use Sunscreens

How to Use Sunscreens

Back to School Backpack Safety

Back to School Backpack Safety

How Many is Too Many Concussions? Q&A with a Pediatric Neurologist

How Many is Too Many Concussions? Q&A with a Pediatric Neurologist

#OutreachAllstars – Equipping the Community for Safer Rides

#OutreachAllstars – Equipping the Community for Safer Rides

What if Your Child Eats or Drinks Something You Don’t Know is Safe?

What if Your Child Eats or Drinks Something You Don’t Know is Safe?

Safety Tips to Prevent Children with Autism Wandering at Home, Community & School

Safety Tips to Prevent Children with Autism Wandering at Home, Community & School

Safety Check: Stand Up to Falls

Safety Check: Stand Up to Falls

7 Ways to Poison-proof Your Bathroom

7 Ways to Poison-proof Your Bathroom

Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!