safety

December 9, 2020

As temperatures go down, the chance for injury from heaters goes up

The challenge of keeping warm might lead to the use of unsafe heating sources

By Jessica Pasley
November 11, 2020

Video: How to safely gather at the holidays — advice from Vanderbilt experts

Are there safe ways to see our family and friends during this COVID holiday season? Some advice on how to celebrate with care.

By Wayne Wood
October 20, 2020

Doctors urge scooter safety; reminder that VUMC Plaza is a no-ride zone

“We’ve treated broken bones, lacerations, friction burns, concussions and even dental trauma.”

By Kristin Smart
July 1, 2020

Fourth of July during the COVID-19 pandemic: Vanderbilt University Medical Center doctors urge safe celebrations

Oh, beautiful for spacious distancing, with ample space between

By Kristin Smart
June 22, 2020

Hot car injury prevention tips as routines change due to COVID-19

A change in routine can lead to a lapse in thought — and it can happen to anyone

By Jessica Pasley
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June 10, 2020

Children’s Hospital expert offers COVID-19 “safe play” tips for parents

Are playdates OK? What are the risks to consider?

By Jessica Pasley
April 22, 2020

How to make “safer at home” safe for children

“As kids get bored they start getting into things they shouldn’t be getting into because they have nothing else to do," says Children's Hospital safety expert.
By Jessica Pasley
January 27, 2020

Children’s Hospital warns about the danger of unsecured TVs tipping over and hurting children

“During the excitement and distractions of an exciting game or a noisy gathering, it is easy for a quick-moving child to pull over an unsecured television.”
By Jessica Pasley
January 7, 2020

The little boy thought the pretty colors were candy. 23 magnetic beads had to be surgically removed from his body.

Doctors at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt warn parents that such cases are becoming more common. “I feel like we owe it to others to let them know about the possible dangers,” Caiden's dad says.
By Jessica Pasley
November 21, 2019

Toys are fun! Some can also be dangerous. How to give safe and age-appropriate toys for the children in your life.

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt urges caution in toy selection this holiday season
By Jessica Pasley
October 21, 2019

Keeping children safe on the scariest night of the year

How to keep the scariness of Halloween imaginary
By Jessica Pasley
September 5, 2019

Help students avoid backpack pain with these tips from Children’s Hospital

Backpacks are a necessity for school, and they don't need to cause pain for the students who carry them
By Jessica Pasley
July 1, 2019

Keon Johnson is one of the top basketball prospects in the country. Four years ago he almost lost a hand in a fireworks accident.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center doctors — and Keon's mother — urge caution this July 4th
By Jessica Pasley