Stacey Pecenka Archive — Page 1 of 2

August 18, 2026

As schedules change, health care advocates encourage back seat second looks to prevent hot car deaths

It only takes 10 minutes for the temperature inside a vehicle to rise 19 degrees and continue to rise. Even on cooler days closer to 70 degrees, children can experience vehicular heatstroke.

By Jessica Pasley
January 21, 2026

Experts warn parents about carbon monoxide risks as freezing temps persist: signs, causes

As residents prepare for frigid temperatures, injury and prevention experts at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt urge parents to be aware of potential dangers.

By Jessica Pasley
July 11, 2025

Prevent heat-related injuries, deaths in children with these important tips

As parents and caregivers are being mindful of safety in rising temperatures, experts also urge adults to take appropriate steps to prevent hot car deaths and injuries.

By Jessica Pasley
June 4, 2025

Expert tips for staying safe in the heat

Following basic summer safety tips will help keep your family safe and healthy as temperatures rise.

By Jessica Pasley
March 27, 2025

Experts urge helmet use as peak trauma season arrives

For the past 12 months, ATV injuries rank as the No. 7 mechanism of injury of pediatric trauma trends at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

By Jessica Pasley
January 9, 2025

Sledding safety tips from Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt

Whizzing along on snow and ice is fun, but be careful: Never pull a sled with a motorized vehicle or on streets and parking lots.

By Jessica Pasley